Are you hiring?
Even if we are not actively hiring I would encourage you to submit your resume with a cover letter regarding your interests. We have many part time individuals and opportunities for employment often come up during the year.
Is it possible to get a list of doctors and a little history about them? it's hard to make an appt with someone you've never seen or know anything about.
All of our active clinicians are listed under the “Who We Are” and then “Staff Bios” section. We know first hand that starting treatment an be difficult and we do hope to improve our biography page in the future to include more information about each clinician. Unfortunately at this time we do not have that information in a readily available, summarized format. We would be happy to answer any questions about a particular clinician’s qualifications prior to intake or at the intake. Most clinicians are happy to discuss their professional background, qualifications, and any areas of specialty.
I may have borderline personality disorder. I was looking for a dialectical behavior therapist. Do you specifically treat that at your location? If not, could you recommend someone that does?
Yes we do. We have two therapists on staff who are certified in this area and, in fact, ran the DBT treatment program for Bay Arenac Behavioral Health in the recent past. They currently work with individuals using DBT techniques on an individual basis and are working toward starting the associated group work in both Saginaw and Bay County. You would want to schedule an appointment with Barbara Goss, LMSW or Kristen Kolberg, LMSW. Just call 799-2100 and indicate your interest.
Can a 3yr old get counseling?
In a manner of speaking yes young children can benefit from mental health treatment. Specialists in the area of child therapy often use activities to assist a child in expressing concerns and developing coping mechanisms. This type of treatment usually involves the family as well, and may only require behavioral intervention, where the parents are working on new strategies to help the child with their particular issue.
Do you do evaluations for Asperger's in adults?
Yes, we evaluate for most areas and concerns with the exception of neuropsychological evaluations.
How many sessions are typically allowed per week?
Session limits are generally established as an insurance benefit. You would need to check with your particular insurance company or we could check for you if you call. Generally, people are seen once per week when they are starting treatment and session frequency typically reduces over time until discharge.
Is there a way to contact my therapist on the weekend for help in coping with a crisis without danger?
Yes, you should call our main number 799-2100 any time you feel in genuine crisis. We have an answering service that will put you in touch with your therapist or one of their supervisors.
what can i do to get rid of a guardian?
You need to petition the probate court in the county where the guardian was established. You can often do this on your own but any questions about the process are best handled by an attorney who works in that area of the law.
I need to have a psychological evaluation done in order to 'prove' myself to CPS so that I can get my children back. Do you do those?
Yes, we do these as a regular part of our practice.
my husband is wanting to finally talk about the abuse he faced in his life as a child is there anyone in your practice that handles that?
Yes, most of our therapists are trained in this area.
Is it possible to get PTSD from an abusive relationship?
Yes it is and we do see this often.
As a adult would it be benificial to be tested for dyslexcia.& would it help identify other problems if not dyslexic?
It often depends on your exact situation, however, many people find some relief from learning the results of a through diagnostic evaluation. We strive to address your concerns during testing and may indeed find other areas of concern.
Do you do evaluation for a learning disability for adults?
Yes we do
Do have treatment options for eating disorders?
We do have a therapist with significant experience treating eating disorders.
Is a mood adjustment disorder serious if bipolar and depression are present?
Generally an adjustment disorder is in response to some life event (e.g., divorce, loss of job, death) while Bipolar or Major Depression are more chronic. It is possible to have a double depression where the adjustment issue is contributing to worsening mood symptoms. In that case it could be a serious issue and should be addressed with your mental health provider.
Do any of the therapists incorporate 'safe touch' i.e. hugs etc. into therapy for healing purposes?
It is generally against our policy to use touch in therapy. Any touch would have to be a carefully documented, planned and quite limited intervention.
Do you offer classes on Mindfulness?
We do not offer classes, however, we do have therapists who incorporate mindfulness as an aspect of treatment.
When a significant other attempts to commit suicide and then lashes out at the person that saved them, what is the appropriate way to respond?
With patience and understanding. Hopefully the person is receiving mental health treatment in addition to your support. Please encourage them to do so if they are not already in treatment.
Do you treat and diagnose a person that is showing signs of dementia?
We do provide diagnostic evaluations for dementia. Treatment occurs in conjunction with the individuals family doctor. Our treatment typically focuses upon behavioral coping and emotional support as well as any supportive counseling that may be needed for the individual, their partner or family as everyone adjusts to change.
Do you have a therapist that specializes in dealing with children experiencing divorce?
The short answer is yes we do. However, it is important to note that there is not a special license or certification to indicate a “specialization” in working with children experiencing divorce. The closest certification would be a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Otherwise individuals specializing in this population are self described based upon their own professional experience and continued education. We have a number of very experienced therapists in this area. If you choose to come here be sure to indicate this concern at the time you call and again at the first appointment to ensure the best match.
Do you typically hire help such as receptionists? I am a psychology major at SVSU and am looking for a job on the side and was hoping to get into an office as a receptionist or office aid. Do you typically hire for these positions?
At this time we are not hiring for any support staff positions. However, this is a good idea to see how mental health clinics work and to gain early experience in the field. Best of of luck to you.
I have a problem letting go of stuff. What kind of help can you offer?
Well it depends somewhat upon the meaning of “stuff.” Assuming you mean moving on from life’s frustrations or conflicts, then therapy has the potential to help quite a bit. One treatment goal may focus upon general problem solving skills. If, however, you mean literally discarding items then you may want to seek out a specialist in hoarding. At this time we do not have such a specialist but we do have many therapists skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy who could still help with such an issue.
I take .5 Klonipin, My family doctor for the last year has had me on 1mg Xanax. Now that my family doctor has changed at the facility I go to, the new doctor said she wouldnt prescribe me my xanax 1mg with me taking .5 Klonipin at night? I take the xanax as a fast onset of a panic attack and 1-1mg xanax along with the rest of my meds at night before I go to bed. Would Dr. Rao prescibe me my Klonipin and Xanax at the same time? My new family physician said she isn't familiar with most psychological prescriptions so that is a medication that she believe that my psychologist should prescribe to me?
This is question that only Dr. Rao could answer in treatment with you.
