Mental Health

What is mental health care?

Mental health care with Emily at Empowered Health and Wellness consists of medical evaluations, diagnostic screenings, and treatments when necessary to improve your mental health and well-being. 

These treatments support improvements in behaviors, mood, emotions, thought patterns, and lifestyle habits to restore your quality of life. 

What are examples of mental health concerns?

Mental health conditions often treated at Empowered Health and Wellness include:

• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Anxiety disorders
• Depression
• Bipolar disorder 
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Eating disorders
• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Substance use disorder

It’s possible to have more than one mental health disorder at the same time. Emily can help you manage multiple physical and/or mental health concerns you may struggle with. 

Do I have a mental health disorder?

Symptoms of a mental health disorder can include:

• Weight loss or gain
• Extreme mood swings
• Difficulty concentrating
• Problems sitting still
• Ongoing sadness
• Continuous anxiousness
• Flashbacks
• Nightmares
• Interpersonal relationship challenges
• Loss of interest in favorite activities
• Difficulty holding down a job
• Panic attacks
• Obsessions
• Compulsions
• Anger management challenges
• Drug or alcohol misuse
• Physical aches and pains

Some people with mental health disorders have thoughts of harming themselves. Seeking treatment for a mental health disorder can dramatically enhance your well-being.

Which mental healthcare solution is right for me?

Emily discusses your mood, emotions, thoughts, and behavior during a psychological evaluation to assess your overall health and diagnose any disorders. She asks about your lifestyle, medications, medical history, and goals to determine which treatment (if any) is the most appropriate for your situation. 

How are mental health disorders commonly treated?

Depending on your diagnosis and the severity of your condition, Emily may recommend one or more of the following treatments:

• Medications
• Behavioral modification
• Lifestyle changes
• Therapy 

Emily adjusts your medications when necessary to help you feel more like yourself and optimize your quality of life. She can fill your prescriptions to ensure, long-lasting successful mental health outcomes.

It’s also helpful to attend therapy sessions, exercise regularly, eat nutritious foods, minimize stress, get plenty of sleep, and schedule regular medical and psychological evaluations.

Schedule a mental health evaluation today at Empowered Health and Wellness by calling the office or requesting an appointment with Emily online.