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Treatment

Treatment

Treatment as a partnership

Discussing one's treatment options and voicing concerns with doctors and/or therapists is essential for effective healing.  Asking questions and getting answers is part of informed and appropriate treatment. If you are dissatisfied with your care, change treatment providers or get a second opinion.


Support Groups

In addition to treatment, participation in a support group can also be very helpful during the recovery process.  Support group members share their experiences with the problem, learn coping skills and exchange information on treatment experiences.  Many people also find strength and support through their religious and spiritual affiliations.


To find a mental health care professional contact:

  • Your county’s Department of Health and Human Services mental health or behavioral health division (listed under County Government in phone book)
  • Your primary care physician or other health care provider (contact your insurance provider if you are unsure of coverage)
  • A psychologist, therapist, or social worker
  • A community health center or counseling center
  • Your local hospital's outpatient psychiatric or behavioral health clinic
  • Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • A clergyperson
  • A college or university with a clinical psychology or social work training program

 

For more information on the variety of treatments used for mental illnesses visit the following links:


Choosing the Right Mental Health Therapist  (National Mental Health Information Center)


Treatment and Therapy Guide (basic information on a wide variety of treatments, including the types of mental health professionals; from the Center for Mental Health Services)


Medications (A detailed booklet that describes mental disorders and the medications for treating them — includes a comprehensive list of medications; from the National Institute of Mental Health)


Psychosocial Interventions (links to various treatments and support philosophies; from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill)


National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP)  (a searchable database with up-to-date, reliable information on the scientific basis and practicality of interventions)