What does BRAINS mean in PSYCHOLOGY

BRAINS provides comprehensive services to diagnose, treat, and manage psychological and neurological conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, brain injury or stroke related disabilities. They offer evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychopharmacology management and support services such as psychoeducation and clinical case management.

Anyone with a psychological or neurological condition can benefit from the services that BRAINS offers. Patients can be individuals seeking personal treatment or families interested in getting help for a loved one. Referrals come from multiple sources such as mental health providers, school districts and courts.

Common diagnoses that BRAINS treats include depression, anxiety disorders (including OCD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Learning Disabilities As well as brain injuries resulting from strokes or other trauma-related events.

The primary focus of treatment at BRAINS is to optimize patient functioning using evidenced-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Dialectical behavior therapy(DBT). Other supports offered by the organization include psychopharmacology management and family/caregiver education.

Many insurers cover some or all of the services provided by BRAINS depending on the particular plan chosen. It is important for patients to check with their insurance provider prior to beginning treatment with any provider.