Mental Health

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING for adolescents & adults

Psychiatry and Counseling are available to all Horizon Wellness Clinic patients in Odenton, MD. We strive to provide client-centered and individualized care to those with mental health issues, ranging from adolescents to adults. We also encourage activities that promote strong mental health such as exercise or daily physical activity, talk therapy, relaxation, and working toward achieving or maintaining a healthy weight.

Evaluation, Treatment & Management for Psychiatric Disorders

Anxiety
Attention deficient hyperactive disorders (ADHD)
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Eating disorders
Mood disorders
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Schizophrenia

In today’s busy lifestyles, it can be easy for mental health issues to go unrecognized. Oftentimes, for teens, the signs are attributed to normal age-related mood swings; however, no matter the age, some signs signal an evaluation appointment could be beneficial. Here’s what to look for:

Angry, violent outbursts
Engaging in risk-taking behavior
Fear of being around others, even family
Loss of interest in activities that once were enjoyable
Mistrust of people they normally confided in or counted on
Panic attacks
Restlessness or agitation
Sense of guilt or unworthiness
Significant weight loss and lack of appetite
Sleeplessness
Struggling to work, parent, or keep up at home
Unable to focus
Unable to handle stress with normal coping strategies
Using drugs or alcohol to cope

TIPS FOR HAVING A TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH

It might feel uneasy beginning a conversation about mental health, but the following pointers can help open a discussion:

I'm worried about you. Can we talk about what you are going through? If not, is there anyone you’d be comfortable having a discussion with?
How can I help you discuss these issues with your parents or other trusted person who is responsible and cares about you?
What can I help you with? Chores? Laundry? Dinner? Babysitting?
I care about you and want to listen. What do you want me to know about how you feel?
Can you think of anyone or anything that has helped you cope with similar situations in the past?
Sometimes just talking with somebody else who has gone through a similar experience helps. Do you know anyone who has had a similar experience?
It seems like you are having a hard time. How can I help you to find help?
I'm concerned for your safety. Have you thought about harming yourself or anyone else?

Seek immediate assistance if you think a friend or loved one is in danger of harming themselves. You can call a crisis line or the National Suicide Prevention Line at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

If you are an Anne Arundel County Resident and are struggling with substance use or other mental health challenges, you can get help immediately!! Safe Stations: Go to any Annapolis or AA County Police or Fire Station at any time and ask for help for ANY substance; NO legal action will be taken against you!

AA County Crisis Response 410-768-5522 24/7 HELP

Dial 988 or text 741741 for trained Crisis Counselor and 24/7 Help