Adult Outpatient Services
Women's Program
The Women's Program is available to help women gain strength and skills to make healthy choices in the lives. Individuals in the program find that they are not alone - that many women have similar experiences and feelings.
The Women's Program Includes:
- Classes for women Group therapy
- Individual therapy
- Community consultation and partnerships
- Referral to other services
Group Programs
The Mental Health Services team offers a number of group programs, including:
- Coping with Depression - This group is designed to provide support, education and coping skills to adults diagnosed with depression. Since 1998, Mental Health Services has offered this program 2-3 times a year. The program starts in September, January and March each year and involves 12 weekly sessions.
- Coping with Anxiety: Relaxing Into Wellness - This group is designed to provide support, education and coping skills to adults diagnosed with anxiety disorders.
- Other group programs are offered as needs arise.
Individual Therapy Program
While group programs can be very helpful for some individuals, there are other who need one-on-one support and attention from a mental health worker. The Individual Therapy Program helps those who need this and more personalized approach.
Community Consultation & Outreach Program
Mental Health Services staff help clients decide what other community services might be helpful to them. Clients may ask staff to consult with other community professionals and agencies on their behalf. When requested, Mental Health Services provides consultation and training on mental health issues to professionals and community agencies. Outreach programs are also offered in rural areas.
Community Education Program
The Community Education Program can provide clients and those close to them with information about mental health concerns such as depression, medication use, anger, stress reduction and anger management. Many of these programs are offered in partnership with other community agencies.
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