Mental Health Disorders

Mental health concerns are most often chronic conditions, which means that they don’t have a one-time cure. Dealing with a mental health disorder like depression, anxiety, a compulsive disorder or a personality disorder requires ongoing management and a dedication to maintaining one’s health for life. The Guest House Ocala offers high-level care for those who are struggling with a mental health disorder and are in need of guidance to get back on a path of recovery and wellness.

Understanding Mental Health Disorders

With major advances in modern psychological medicine, we have a much deeper understanding of mental health concerns and how to treat them than we did even a decade or two ago. But the public perception of mental health continues to lag behind current scientific knowledge. There are still too many barriers to receiving proper care, including stigmas, lack of access to providers and misdiagnoses. Untreated mental illness can be harmful to both the individual who suffers from a disorder and to those around them, as a spiral into depression, triggered PTSD, panic attacks or other flare-ups can easily interfere with relationships, physical health, work or other aspects of daily life. Undiagnosed mental illness can be even worse, as a person does not even have the tools to understand or express why they feel the way they do. The emotional toll that this takes on an individual struggling with a mental health disorder can be devastating.

But the lack of awareness about the potential long-term effects of living with a mental health disorder means that many people don’t get the help they need, despite the potential life-altering effects that come with lack of treatment. A 2016 National Institute of Mental Health survey estimates that just under 20% of American adults have a diagnosed mental health condition, and less than half of them receive regular treatment. Keeping up with therapy, medication or healthy coping mechanisms is vital to maintain stability and prevent the disorder from becoming overwhelming. And, much like chronic physical illnesses, the symptoms of mental health disorders can come and go over time. It’s common for people to need to reevaluate their long-term management plan regularly and to watch for warning signs of returning symptoms.

Overall, it’s most important to understand that mental health disorders are serious conditions that can be damaging to a person’s life and the lives of their loved ones when ignored or unaddressed. If you are worried that you or a loved one might be experiencing symptoms of a disorder like depression, anxiety, a personality disorder, PTSD or OCD, you should encourage them to seek help as soon as possible. Receiving a diagnosis and the appropriate treatment can mean all the difference in their life, both now and in the long run.

Treating Mental Health Disorders at The Guest House Ocala

At The Guest House Ocala, we want all those who are struggling with a mental health concern to not only take the time they need to acknowledge and come to terms with their disorder, but to also learn the best ways to care for themselves for the rest of their lives. We specialize in providing care for those whose mental health is suffering due to trauma, whether that is a recent traumatic incident that has elicited a disorder or worsened existing symptoms, or a past trauma that has resulted in deep-seated mental health concerns that require attention. This approach champions the principle that there is an underlying cause or trigger for many mental health concerns. Perhaps the sudden loss of a loved one has brought up symptoms of clinical depression in a person who has always been positive and social, or a jarring event has worsened anxiety attacks for someone who has managed their symptoms successfully for years. In other cases, long-forgotten past trauma — even as far back as childhood — may be at the core of a mental health disorder that has proven difficult to treat.

Roots and Triggers

The Guest House Ocala helps you dig to the root of your disorder, identifying where it stems from and what triggers symptoms. Then, we work with you to find and develop techniques for coping with your trauma and your disorder. We tailor treatment to your unique experience and strive to establish long-term management methods that fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. We are experienced in treating an extensive range of mental health disorders, including but not limited to:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Eating disorders including bulimia, anorexia and binge eating
  • Bipolar disorder

Co-occurring disorders and dual diagnoses

We also provide expert treatment for those who are struggling with co-occurring disorders or a dual diagnosis, including diagnoses of a mental health disorder and addiction. We offer a full spectrum of levels of care to meet each of our client’s unique needs and schedules, including:

  • Medical detoxification (when appropriate)
  • Residential treatment program
  • Day/night program
  • Intensive outpatient program
  • Aftercare

Our signature residential program is the cornerstone of our treatment model and offers the most intensive recovery experience; however, our other programs afford the same access to top-tier treatments and therapies for those who are unable to commit to full-time care. We focus on creating a stress-free environment where our guests can fully engage in their treatment, free from distraction and worry. Those who visit us for guidance in treating a mental health disorder will be able to breathe, take a step away from the pressures of the outside world and restore their strength and control.