Frontier Health - Watauga Behavioral Health Services

Description:

Outpatient mental health, substance abuse, and co-occurring programs for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Case management services (home/community-based services) are also available. Case management supports treatment goals and provides linkage to community resources.

Other Departments:
Mother-Child Connection
Intensive Outpatient recovery oriented services for women at least 18 years old who are either pregnant, or have dependent children, and who have a substance use disorder or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorder, including specialized treatment to deal with the unique problems women face.
- Co-occurring Treatment
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Individual, Family & Group Therapy
- Other Recovery Oriented Services
- Medical Evaluation Referral
- Health Education
- Relapse Education
- Follow-Up Services
- Case Management

Child Abuse Prevention
Parent education groups are offered at no charge for parents.
- Parent Education Groups
- Distribution of Parent Education Materials

Family Links
Short-term respite program for families with children who are 2 to 15 years old and have severe emotional disturbances. Family Links serves families in the Tri-Cities area. The program is 8-12 weeks, for 2-4 hours one time per week. The program works with families to improve behavioral issues and social skills. Family Links is free of charge and anyone can make a referral. For eligibility requirements and other guidelines, call 423-232-2665 or 423-232-2719.
- Respite Care Up to 4 Hours One Time Per Week

Regional Intervention Program (RIP)
RIP is a free, internationally recognized parent-implemented program that helps parents work with their own children with behavior problems. Experienced RIP parents provide training to newly enrolled families. Children must be enrolled before their 6th birthday.
- Professional Resource Staff
- Behavior Management Training
- Classroom Programs
- Social Skills Training
- Preschool Intervention
- Follow-Up Services

Student Assistance Program
Clinical services for at-risk students with academic, social, and/or behavioral problems. Helps schools maintain safe, disciplined learning environments. Consultation for teachers and collaboration with counselors is provided.
- Group & Individual Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Parent Education & Counseling
- Violence Prevention Curriculum
- Referrals
- Assessment, Intervention for Alcohol or Tobacco Offenses
- Life Skills Training

Mental Health Awareness Training
Contact: 423-895-4436

Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. Frontier Health provides both the adult and youth version and encourages the faith-based communities to access this training through a SAMSHA funded program. Additional trainings on specific topics such as Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES), suicide prevention, parenting, and other behavioral health and substance use issues can be provided on request.

Outdoor Learning Environment, Physical & Mental Problem Solving
CALL TO SCHEDULE Johnson City, TN Tel: 423-232-2700


The Behavioral Health Safety Net (BHSN), which is a TN Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services program, provides essential outpatient mental health services to uninsured and underinsured Tennesseans, both adults and children. Let the receptionist know you would like to apply for the safety net program.

Hours:

Mon-Thurs 8am-7pm
Fri 8am-5pm

Intake Process:

Call for details

Program Fees:

Varies according to services. Call for details

Languages:

Spanish Interpreter Available( through Language Line)

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

May 23, 2023

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Legal Status:

Nonprofit (Incorporated)