At Neighborhood Family Practice (NFP), your well-being is at the center of everything we do. Your primary care provider works closely with our behavioral health team, nurses, patient advocates, and medical assistants to ensure comprehensive support for your physical and mental health needs.
Behavioral Health at NFP
Our behavioral health team provides talk therapy (psychotherapy) for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. We also offer psychiatry services, including medication management, to address mental health needs alongside your primary care.
What is Behavioral Health?
Life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. A one-on-one assessment with an NFP behavioral health therapist can help you identify the sources of your difficulties and provide tools to cope. Our goal is to help you better understand and address life’s challenges to achieve a greater sense of control and well-being.
How Talk Therapy Can Help
Talk therapy involves working with a trained professional who listens without judgment and helps you address negative thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. Unlike talking with friends or family, therapists provide a neutral, supportive environment, helping you explore solutions and make positive changes.
Session Length and Duration:
- Individual sessions last 30–45 minutes.
- The first session may be longer to gather background information.
- Therapy duration varies: some patients attend a few sessions, while others continue for weeks, months, or longer. Therapy can be ongoing or revisited as needed.
Integrated Care for Mind and Body
NFP integrates medical and behavioral health care, recognizing the connection between physical and mental health. This team-based approach ensures better outcomes by treating both simultaneously. Behavioral health staff are on-site and available when needed to support patients struggling with emotional challenges.
Getting Started
Patients must see their primary care provider at least three times before being referred to behavioral health services to ensure care is well-coordinated.
Areas of Focus
Our licensed social workers and professional counselors help with:
- Trauma and abuse
- Substance use and addiction
- Disabilities
- Depression, anxiety, and mood disorders
- Women’s health
- Grief and loss
- Relationship and family issues
- School or work challenges
- Caregiving stress
- Chronic illnesses (e.g., diabetes)
Psychiatric Services
Our psychiatric specialists collaborate with your primary care provider and therapist to determine if medication may benefit your treatment.
Coordinated Referrals for Specialized Care
If additional, specialized care is needed, we’ll guide you through the referral process. NFP partners with trusted providers to ensure you receive the best support possible. We’ll stay involved throughout the process to ensure your needs are met.
At NFP, we are committed to addressing your mental and physical health in a compassionate, holistic way, helping you achieve your best overall well-being.
