A professional psychiatric evaluation is a valuable tool that assesses a person’s mental health needs and helps determine a workable treatment plan. If you or a loved one are exhibiting changes in mood, thoughts, and behavior that impact your personal and professional life, then it’s time to see a compassionate expert. Let’s talk about the
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Psychiatrist: Your Mental Health Knight
Just like physical health, mental health is important and should be taken care of. Mental health is considered good when can feel, think, and react in ways you need. However, poor mental health is when you find it difficult to manage how you feel, think, and act to your daily stressors. Many people have poor
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Making the decision to address mental health concerns can be difficult and sometimes be an anxiety-provoking process, however, it is also a very brave decision. According to National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), only 1 out of 20 Americans with mental health symptoms seek treatment, only 1 in 5 people have some form of a
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Did you know that one out of every five people across the world needs counseling and other treatments for a mental health issue? Yet, only about half receive needed help, says the National Institute of Mental Health. If you believe you or a loved one should pursue counseling, here’s some information on this important way
Read MoreHow Going to a Psychiatrist Can Help You Be a Happier Person
Psychiatry has become less stigmatized in recent years. While many people go untreated for mental health issues, others see the benefits of a psychiatrist. In fact, treatment can help them be happier with themselves, accepting of their past experiences, and more productive at work and in life. Let’s talk about how you could be happier
Read MoreWhat Mental Health Counselors Are Trained to Do
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 1 in 5 adults are living with a mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder, with those ages 18-25 having the highest prevalence. However, despite these figures, only half of these people receive the appropriate treatment. If left untreated, mental health disorders can have a significant impact on
Read MoreHow to Tell if You Need a Mental Health Professional
Just as physical health changes as we get older and go through certain circumstances, our mental health can change, too. If you have undergone an impactful life event, such as the death of a loved one, divorce, diagnosis of a chronic illness, or the loss of a job, it may be time to seek a
Read MoreIs a mental health counselor the same as a therapist?
Licensed professional counselors and therapists provide mental health services, but they differ in education and training. A therapist usually holds a master’s degree or higher in counseling, which is not always the case with a mental health counselor. In addition, licensing requirements vary from state to state regarding who can use these titles, what credentials
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