Stress is a part of everyone’s life, right? People worry frequently and feel overwhelmed from time to time. However, when your worries and stress are starting to take a big toll on your overall well-being and health, it may be time to seek out a mental health assessment.
At Willow Creek Behavioral Health, we offer comprehensive support to people facing a wide range of mental health challenges. Contact us to schedule a mental health assessment. This is a fully confidential conversation with a professional who will collaborate with you to come up with a treatment plan that meets your specific needs.
What Is a Mental Health Assessment?
A mental health assessment is performed by a licensed and trained clinician. It is a conversation with a professional to determine the state of your mental health and what level of support you need.
With a comprehensive assessment, our clinician will provide:
- A diagnosis of your condition: An initial diagnosis can help formulate the care best suited for you, care that aligns with your overall needs and goals.
- A recommendation for type of treatment: Depending on the patient’s specific needs, this could include residential or outpatient care.
- A recommendation for length of treatment: An assessment can help you set the goals that will determine the level of care you need and for how long.
We provide assessment to all patients, including children (parents can participate in the assessments of their children). The majority of the assessment is much like an interview. We ask about your health history, your current situation, and your goals for treatment. We may also conduct certain psychological, cognitive, or medical tests to get a more complete picture of your situation.
Who Should Schedule a Mental Health Assessment?
Knowing it’s time to reach out for mental health treatment is not always easy. If you know you are struggling with mental health challenges or you are unsure what may be happening, reach out to us. It takes just a few minutes to set up an assessment.
We encourage you to reach out to us if you have any type of mental health concern that is impacting your school work, home life, relationships, and/or employment. It is very helpful to get into an assessment immediately if you have any of the following:
- Debilitating anxiety
- Suicidal thoughts
- Thoughts of hurting other people
- Severe depression
- Psychosis
- Hallucinations or delusion
We can help you immediately. Do not wait to get help.
Even if you are not facing those specific situations, it is still wise to act quickly to get care, as mental health conditions will often worsen if left untreated.
What Happens After an Assessment for Mental Health?
Once you have a mental health assessment, you will learn more about your condition and what treatment may be best suited for you. This is a conversation, and you are never forced into any care.
You will learn that we offer a wide range of treatment programs at Willow Creek Behavioral Health that can support your recovery and mental well-being. Consider these resources as a starting point:
- Learn more about how we treat disorders such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
- Consider our patient financial tools and resources to help you learn how you will pay for care.
- Explore our comprehensive program, and reach out with any questions you have.
You can get the type and level of care you need. There is no judgment here, but rather a positive environment where you can feel comfortable.
Set Up a Conversation with Our Counselors
Turn to Willow Creek Behavioral Health now to discuss your needs. Even if you’re not ready for a mental health assessment, we would be happy to offer insight and answer your questions. Contact us when you’re ready to get started.
