Behavioral Health
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Behavioral Health is the field of healthcare that brings together the mind with the body. When we experience something in the world that is upsetting, it brings up feelings and thoughts that can create problems in the body. For example, getting cut off in traffic makes us angry; if we continue to think about it, it causes us to become upset.
Behavioral health (also referred to as mental health) at RCMS is seen as a state of wellbeing in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stressors of life, can work productively, can participate in interpersonal pro-social relationships, and is able to contribute to the overall health of his or her own community. RCMS has a team of behavioral health specialists on staff who can help you deal with stress and stress-related concerns, unresolved traumatic life experiences, phobias, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and other concerns. |
Behavioral Health Services at RCMS
The RCMS Behavioral Health program offers a broad range of services in both Gualala and Point Arena clinics. Services include:
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Our Practice
RCMS has embedded Behavioral Health Services within the Primary Care Services. This model allows RCMS medical providers to work closely with behavioral health providers, when appropriate, in full support of your health.
Why is Behavioral Health important?
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), it is estimated that only about 17% of adults in the US are considered to be in a state of optimal mental health. There is emerging evidence that positive behavioral health is associated with improved medical outcomes and overall health. Behavioral disorders, especially depressive disorders, are strongly related to the occurrence and course of many health issues and chronic conditions including diabetes, cancer, chronic pain, and cardiovascular disease.
Financial Assistance
RCMS is able to provide medical, dental and behavioral health services at a discounted rate, regardless of insurance or financial status. Learn more about the Sliding Fee Discount here.
RCMS has embedded Behavioral Health Services within the Primary Care Services. This model allows RCMS medical providers to work closely with behavioral health providers, when appropriate, in full support of your health.
Why is Behavioral Health important?
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), it is estimated that only about 17% of adults in the US are considered to be in a state of optimal mental health. There is emerging evidence that positive behavioral health is associated with improved medical outcomes and overall health. Behavioral disorders, especially depressive disorders, are strongly related to the occurrence and course of many health issues and chronic conditions including diabetes, cancer, chronic pain, and cardiovascular disease.
Financial Assistance
RCMS is able to provide medical, dental and behavioral health services at a discounted rate, regardless of insurance or financial status. Learn more about the Sliding Fee Discount here.
Mental Health Emergency? Call Redwood Community Crisis Center
(855) 838-0404 – 24/7 Crisis line
Redwood Community Crisis Center has a multi-disciplinary team of staff who provide emergency mental health assessments to Mendocino County Consumers. 1-800-555-5906 – 24/7 Access Line – Assisting Consumers in linking to appropriate services, provide information on grievance and fair hearing procedures and more. Redwood Community Crisis Center is a program of Redwood Community Services Inc. Located at 350 E Gobbi St. Suite B, Ukiah, CA 95482 and 544 S Main St. Suite B, Fort Bragg, CA 95437.
(855) 838-0404 – 24/7 Crisis line
Redwood Community Crisis Center has a multi-disciplinary team of staff who provide emergency mental health assessments to Mendocino County Consumers. 1-800-555-5906 – 24/7 Access Line – Assisting Consumers in linking to appropriate services, provide information on grievance and fair hearing procedures and more. Redwood Community Crisis Center is a program of Redwood Community Services Inc. Located at 350 E Gobbi St. Suite B, Ukiah, CA 95482 and 544 S Main St. Suite B, Fort Bragg, CA 95437.
Pain Management
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Over the past 18 years, a dramatic increase in the number of opioid pain medications prescribed nationwide has led to an epidemic of misuse, abuse, dependency, overdoses, tragic accidental deaths, and suicides. Our local community has been affected by this issue, as has every other community in the nation. In response to this crisis, RCMS is developing a new program focusing on alternatives to opioid pain medications. The goal of the program is to restore our community to optimal health by reducing the amount of opioid pain medications prescribed and offering individual treatment alternatives.
Both federal and state governments have established regulations for reducing the amount of opioid pain medications that can be prescribed by your provider. RCMS' intention is to deliver the best care it can to our community, by implementing this program. Look here for further updates. Pain Management Program at RCMS Along with Behavioral Health Services, RCMS providers are committed to restoring patients to optimal health by tapering or eliminating the amount of opioid pain medications prescribed, and offering individual treatment alternatives. Services may include medication reviews, consultations, education, mindfulness, biofeedback trainings, and referrals to other pain management resources. |
Pain Management Team
Tom Bertolli, MD Carolyn Hand, NP/MSN Lois Falk, FNP |
