INDIVIDUAL THERAPY:
Personal counseling with a psychotherapist aimed to assist patients in resolving problems in living. Techniques utilized for each patient during the course of treatment are chosen according to individual needs. However, cognitive-behavioral (CBT) interventions are most often used in working with adolescents and adults due to the overwhelming empirical evidence that suggest its effectiveness (Greenberger, D., Padesky, C. (1995).Mind Over Mood; Change the Way You Feel by Changing the Way You Think. New York: Guilford Publications.;Beck, A. T. (1975). Cognitive Therapy and Emotional Disorders. International Universities Press, Inc.). A combination of play therapy techniques and CBT are most often employed in working with children due to the age-appropriateness of such interventions. Other interventions utilized in individual therapy include solution-focused therapy, systematic desensitization, assertiveness training, goal-setting, experiential techniques, and behavioral therapy.
FAMILY THERAPY:
A branch of psychotherapy designed to help families and couples in intimate relationships to improve relationships and resolve problems in living.In working with children and adolescents, family therapy is almost always included in the treatment plan. Structural, behavioral, and systemic therapeutic approaches tend be most often utilized in family therapy due to their effectiveness (Minuchin, S. (1974). Families and Family Therapy. Harvard University Press; Skinner,B.F. (1969). Contingencies of Reinforcement: A Theoretical Analysis. New York: Meredith Corporation; Robin, A., Foster, S. (1989). Negotiating Parent-Adolescent Conflict: A Behavioral-Family Systems Approach. New York: The Guilford Press;Satir, V., Banmen, J., Gerber, J., Gomori, M. (1991). The Satir Model: Family Therapy and Beyond. Palo Alto, California: Science and Behavior Books, Inc.)Education of effective communication skills, conflict-resolution skills, and parenting skills are also commonly incorporated into the treatment plan.
GROUP THERAPY:
A branch of psychotherapy designed to help individuals achieve treatment goals while working in a group setting. Groups offered have specific topics and are open only to specific individuals with similar treatment issues. Group therapy is only recommended as an adjunct to individual therapy wherein the individual would achieve treatment goals quicker with the support of a group setting. As part of the group process, necessary life skills are developed and positive relationships with peers are formed (Yalom and Leszcz (2005). The Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy; 5th Edition. Basic Books). Individuals learn to develop trust in themselves and others. Common therapeutic interventions utilized in group therapy include behavioral therapy, cognitive therapy, play therapy, bibliotherapy, art therapy, and skill-building activities.
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NEUROFEEDBACK THERAPY:
Neurofeedback therapy is a noninvasive procedure that measures a patient’s brainwaves and provides the patient with real-time feedback about how the brain is functioning. It is a mind-body technique that aims to help patients gain voluntary control over certain body functions that are typically involuntary (such as heart rate, muscle contraction or brainwaves). Neurofeedback therapy is used to help teach self-control of brain functions by indicating to patients how their brains react to certain triggers. Over time, patients use such feedback to purposely recreate a desired physical state. Studies show that neurofeedback therapy can be effective in treating ADHD, anxiety disorders, and PTSD.
TELEHEALTH:
As a courtesy to our patients and their families, Foundations Counseling Center now offers outpatient services not only in person, but also by use of telehealth. Telehealth is defined by The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as “the use of electronic information and telecommunications technologies to support and promote…clinical health care, patient and professional health-related education, and public health and health administration. Technologies include videoconferencing, the internet, store- and-forward imaging, streaming media, and landline and wireless communications.” Foundations Counseling Center uses a HIPAA-compliant virtual video/audio platform to provide all telehealth services.
24-HOUR EMERGENCY RESPONSE:
Existing patients of Foundations Counseling Center. have access to a 24-hour voice mail system that is checked regularly. In case of life-threatening emergencies, patients are directed by the voice messaging system to call 9-1-1 immediately.
SCREENING FOR INPATIENT ADMISSION:
As part of the initial assessment process, each patient is assessed for the most appropriate level of care to treat presenting symptoms and problems, including inpatient hospitalization. If hospitalization is warranted, the therapist will facilitate the process.
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT:
The use of psychotropic medication may many times enhance a patient’s ability to achieve mental health stability. When clinically appropriate, patients will be referred for medication evaluations to Focus Mental Health Solutions. Focus Mental Health Solutions is Foundations Counseling Center’s contracted servicing provider for medication management, medication training, and support.