Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health Services is dedicated to providing individualized treatment to people ages 18 and older who experience serious psychiatric and/or chemical dependency problems. This acutecare setting provides effective stabilization ofpsychiatric symptoms and safe detoxification from chemical dependency.

Admission
Admission can be arranged anytime (24 hours a day, 7 days a week). Referrals are accepted from psychiatrists, community agencies, private physicians and by patients themselves via our Crisis Hotline.

Crisis Hotline
A 24 hour Mental Health Crisis Hotline is provided by the professional staff of the Behavioral Health Unit. Whether you need information, a referral or are in a crisis situation, call (386) 738-5433.

The Treatment Program
An initial diagnostic evaluation is completed within 24 hours of admission. 

Soon after admission, an individualized treatment plan is developed by our team. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the team consists of a psychiatrist, mental health social worker, therapist and psychiatric nurses.

The treatment program addresses the patient’s emotional, physical, developmental, spiritual, environmental, family, nutritional, social and recreational needs.

Behavioral Health Services include:

• Daily sessions with a psychiatrist
• Individual, group and family therapy
• Relaxation therapy
• Therapeutic crafts

The need for medication is assessed on an individual basis and prescribed only with the consent and understanding of the patient.

Aftercare Planning
Our staff develops a specific aftercare plan with input from each patient and significant family members. Family involvement is vital throughout the hospitalization process, as well as after discharge. 

Follow-up mental health services are provided to each patient and their family members, via referral, to:

• Community agencies
• Private physicians
• Private therapists
• Residential treatment programs
• Partial hospitalization programs

Support Groups
Support groups are available free of charge.  Click here for groups
Contact 386-943-4670 for more information and to attend.

Licensure
Florida Hospital DeLand’s Behavioral Health Inpatient Service is licensed by the State of Florida and meets strict credentialing criteria.

24-hour Crisis Hotline: (386) 738-5433.

For more information on Behavioral Health Services, call (386) 943-4670.