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People with developmental disabilities are much more vulnerable to developing
mental health problems. Accessing quality mental health services can
be
a challenge for individuals and families. To address this need, Pine Rest
offers a wide array of outpatient mental health services to people
of all
ages who have developmental disabilities. Professionals specializing
in the mental health aspects of developmental disabilities are committed
to working with individuals and families to enhance quality of life
and
help individuals with developmental disabilities function optimally in
the community.
Psychologists provide comprehensive assessment of developmental
disabilities, mental health and behavioral disorders, aging issues,
and
neuropsychological problems that may affect a person's functioning. Evaluations
are conducted from a "whole person" perspective and evaluate
many aspects of individual's functioning including unique abilities, mental
health and behavioral problems, individual strengths and weaknesses, personality
variables, relationship and family issues, as well as any physical, environmental,
or neuropsychological factors affecting the person.
Mental health professionals specializing in developmental disabilities
also provide a variety of treatment for mental health and behavioral problems.
The goal is to enhance quality of life, maximize individual's potentials,
reduce mental health and behavioral problems, teach new skills to optimize
functioning, and improve relationships. Therapy is tailored to individual
needs and abilities and can range from traditional "talk" therapy
to more creative approaches utilizing art, music, role-playing, and movement.
Family therapy can include parent education, assistance in implementing
effective teaching and management approaches, developing optimal environments
for children with developmental disabilities, working with education and
mental health systems, planning for the future, family relationships,
as well as any other family dynamics that may be present. A variety of
group therapies are available in areas such as social functioning, anger
management, coping skills, understanding and communicating feelings, developing
a positive sense of self, and living with a developmental disability.
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is committed to providing
mental health services that place people's value at the center of treatment,
recognize
the individual's
uniqueness, and empowering people to have control and find meaning in
their lives.
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