Health District of N. Larimer County- Mental Health Connections
Health District of N. Larimer County- Mental Health Connections
The Health District of Northern Larimer County has been meeting local healthcare needs since 1960. Today we provide dental, mental health, prescription assistance, cholesterol and blood pressure testing,
Depression. Anxiety. Drug and alcohol issues. When you or someone you care about is struggling with any kind of mental health or substance use concern, it's hard to know where to turn for help. Connections offers answers, options and support that help you take the next step—the right step—toward mental health and freedom from substance misuse or addiction.
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Services Offered
Connections can help identify your concerns and personally guide you to appropriate options, including support, further assessment and treatment.
Once we've identified your needs, we'll help connect you, as needed and appropriate, to: - More in-depth assessments to determine your specific needs - Local counselors and therapists - Other treatment providers and programs - Psychiatric and psychological services - Classes, support groups and other resources - Local reduced-cost counseling and medication services, as available, for those who meet income guidelines
Fees and Payment
We try to remove barriers to care, including cost. Some services are free, and some are available with sliding fees. Some client assistance is available for those who qualify.
Services Offered To: Adults Teens Children
Special Groups: LGBTQ
Payment: Sliding Scale Pro-bono Medicaid
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.