(208)890-7165
Meridian, Idaho 83646
Morgan Mental Health Care
Mental Health Care in Treasure Valley & Surrounding Areas
(208)890-7165
Meridian, Idaho 83646
Psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health counselors, social workers and other mental health professionals use mental health plans, also called treatment plans, as a tool to effectively treat patients. With a clear plan in place, it is easier to track progress, stay organized and keep a record of an individual’s care.
Treatment choices for mental health conditions vary from person to person. Even people with the same diagnosis have different experiences, needs, goals and objectives for treatment. Being actively involved in designing a mental health plan, including defining recovery and wellness goals, choosing supporting services and evaluating treatment decisions and progress, adds to experience of therapy and improves outcomes. With collaboration, the result is a strength-based treatment plan that reflects the best interests of the person in therapy; specially designed to meet their needs, giving clear directions towards growth and healing.
Together with a mental health professional well-rounded and integrated treatment plan that may include counseling, support groups, education programs, medication, and other strategies that will work best will be developed.
Mental health plans for people who have several healthcare professionals working with them should explain the support provided by each of those professionals and when treatment should be provided. A mental health plan might also include what to do in a crisis or to prevent relapse.
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Providing ongoing care and support for someone who is living with a mental illness can involve many different support organizations. These may include psychologists, GPs, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses or other community care providers. They are all part of the healthcare team, which works together to provide you with the best level of care possible.
Everyone’s treatment needs are different. A mental health plan puts down in writing the support you can expect from each of the people in your mental healthcare team and makes sure that everyone knows who is responsible for what and when. You are an important part of this team and should be fully involved in preparing your mental health plan.
Your mental health provider will work with you to decide:
Once you and your provider have agreed on your goals and what support you need to achieve them, your provider will write out a mental health plan. They will then discuss this with the other members of your healthcare team. Preparing the plan might take one visit or it might take a number of visits.
Your provider will offer you a copy of the plan and will also keep a copy on your medical record. If you give permission, a copy can also be given to other people, such as other care team members. You should tell your provider if there is any information you don’t want other people in your healthcare team to know.
Most mental health plans are usually completed in your provider’s office. The time it takes to draw up the mental health plan depends on your healthcare professional and the complexity of your situation.
Some things to think about include:
Once you have a mental health plan, you should continue to see the same doctor for review and management. Significant changes in your health may mean you need to make a new mental health plan. Even if there are no big changes to your situation, your mental health plan should be reviewed regularly to make sure it continues to meet your needs.
How often a new plan is prepared may vary depending on which health professionals are involved. Mental health plans may be prepared every 12 months and should be reviewed after three or six months, or sooner if needed. A date for review should be written into your mental health plan.
Morgan Health Centers and affiliates are locally Owned & Operated in Southwestern Idaho’s beautiful Treasure Valley, with locations in both Meridian and Boise, Idaho. We believe that being entrusted to pursue a journey towards health with a patient is a privilege and seek a collaborative bond within this relationship working together to achieve greater primary and mental health & wellness.
Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified mental health provider regarding any mental health symptom or medical condition. The information is not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment or as a substitute for consultation with a qualified health care provider. Never disregard professional psychological or medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice or treatment because of something read on this website. The information provided on this site is for educational or informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical or behavioral health care advice.
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