What does DBH mean in HEALTHCARE

The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is a government agency that provides mental health and substance abuse services to eligible individuals in the U.S. DBH works with a variety of other public and private entities to ensure that individuals receive the resources they need in order to maintain a healthy and productive lifestyle.

Eligibility for DBH services depends on factors such as age, insurance status, residence, diagnosis, and income level. Individuals may also be referred by other professionals or organizations. For more information about eligibility requirements, please contact your local department of behavioral health office or visit our website.

Yes, DBH provides 24/7 crisis management and emergency services for individuals who are experiencing mental health-related crises or episodes of substance abuse. If you are in need of immediate help, please contact 911 or your local crisis hotline right away.

Yes, we offer an array of outpatient programs that range from counseling sessions to group therapy meetings. Our goal is to provide support and guidance while helping individuals develop their own strategies and skills for managing their mental health needs.

We offer individualized counseling based on each person’s unique situation and goals for treatment. Counseling sessions are typically one-on-one meetings between a qualified therapist and the client where talk therapy focuses on cognitive-behavioral approaches in order to help the individual learn skills necessary for managing their condition(s). Our therapists can also develop recovery plans tailored to meet each individual's needs.

To locate a Department of Behavioral Health provider in your area, please visit our website at www.(name)DBHproviderdirectory or call our helpline at (number). You can also try searching online for “Department of Behavioral Health providers near me” and you should see a list generated with various providers in your vicinity.

The first step is determining if you meet the eligibility requirements listed above and then finding a qualified provider near you so that you can begin your treatment plan as soon as possible. Before beginning any treatment plan it is important that you speak with your primary care physician to discuss which treatments may be most beneficial for you based on your overall health status and condition(s).

Most insurance companies cover at least part of the cost associated with behavioral health treatments when approved by their medical provider, however there are other payment methods available through DBH such as sliding scale fees or self-payment options depending on income level. Additionally, there may be grants available from non-profit organizations depending on specific circumstances surrounding each individual’s treatment plan. For more information about payment plans please contact our helpline at (number).