About South Central Mental Health – El Dorado
South Central Mental Health in El Dorado, Kansas, is a behavioral health care provider that offers outpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorder.
They were one of the first community mental health centers in Kansas in 1962. Their goal is to provide quality care to empower families, individuals and the community. The facility strives to create a safe place for adolescents and adults who are dealing with addiction.
You can expect a high level of compassionate care and confidentiality here. When you’re ready to get help, you can schedule an appointment with a licensed substance use clinician who will determine if you have a substance use problem. Their clinicians will work with you directly to come up with an individualized treatment plan. Any participation in any of the treatment services provided is at your discretion.
One of the main services South Central Mental Health offers to help with substance use is the relapse prevention group. In this group, you’ll be surrounded by others who are dealing with similar experiences as you are in recovering from addiction. You can receive understanding and support from other clients while also getting education on recovery from the healthcare professional facilitating the group meetings. The addiction group is also an opportunity for interaction and socialization, which can further encourage recovery.
Individual therapy can help clients who are struggling with mental illnesses that are contributing to their substance use. A therapist can help you deal with issues such as anxiety, depression and trauma. They can also help you address concerns such as dealing with stress and resolving relational conflicts. All of the clinicians on staff are licensed by the state of Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board and have a master’s degree.
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