How Pathway to Mentality Has Helped the Mental Health Community Over the Past 3 Years
Have You Ever Said “I’m Fine” When You Were Not?
You wake up tired. Your mind is full of worry. You try to smile, go to work, and care for your family. But deep inside, you are not okay.
Maybe you lost someone you love. Maybe your child is having a hard time. Maybe you feel scared about your health or your future.
You may even ask yourself, “Why do I feel this way?”
You are not alone. And you do not have to face every hard day by yourself.
Mental health is just as important as physical health. Sometimes, talking to a trained provider can help you understand what you are feeling and what steps you can take.
For the past three years, Pathway to Mentality has helped people seek care for many kinds of mental health needs. These include sadness, worry, trouble focusing, family stress, and more.
Every person has a story. Here are examples of how mental health care can support people through life's hard moments.
How Pathway to Mentality Has Helped People
For the past 3 years, Pathway to Mentality has helped people who are going through hard times. Life can be hard. People may feel sad, scared, worried, or lost. They do not have to face these feelings alone.
Pathway to Mentality offers online mental health care. This may include talking with a provider, learning about mental health, getting help with medicine, or finding a program that gives more support.
Every person has a story. Here are 14 ways Pathway to Mentality has helped people with their mental health.
1. Helping People Through Sadness, Anxiety, and Hard Times
Life can change in a moment. A breakup, a health problem, or a family issue can leave someone feeling sad, scared, or lost.
One middle-aged woman was struggling with depression and anxiety after the end of a relationship. Her feelings became so hard to manage that she needed time away from work.
Her care included medication to help address her symptoms. She was also referred to an Intensive Outpatient Program for more support.
This example shows why it is important to look at the whole person. Sometimes, one type of care is not enough, and extra support may be needed.
2. Helping People Prepare for Weight-Loss Surgery
Weight-loss surgery is a big life change. It can affect a person’s body, feelings, habits, and daily life.
Pathway to Mentality completed a mental health evaluation for a person who wanted bariatric surgery.
These evaluations help the care team understand a person’s mental health needs and identify support that may be helpful before surgery.
The goal is to help people make informed choices and prepare for the next step in their care.
3. Supporting a Person Living With PTSD
A scary event can stay with someone long after it is over. When a tree fell on one person’s roof, the event left them feeling scared and upset. They later had signs of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Pathway to Mentality met with the person to learn about their needs and see if they qualified for a medical cannabis card.
Everyone deals with hard times in their own way. Getting the right help starts with listening, understanding, and finding care that fits the person’s needs.
4. Helping Someone Who Needed More Mental Health Care
Sometimes, a person’s symptoms can become serious and affect their safety.
One person was having delusions and hurting their own face. This person needed more help than a regular appointment could provide.
The person was referred to a higher level of care.
When someone may be at risk of harm, getting the right level of support is very important. A referral is not a failure. It is one way to help a person get care that better fits their needs.
5. Supporting Mental Health During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a happy time, but it can also bring fear and worry. Many moms-to-be worry about their baby and how they will feel after birth.
One mom-to-be wanted to know if it was safe to keep taking her medicine for depression.
Her provider talked with her about the risks and benefits of the medicine and why caring for her mental health was important.
Getting help during pregnancy can help moms feel supported as they get ready for their baby. Anyone who is pregnant and takes medicine should talk with their health care provider before making any changes.
6. Helping People Manage Anger
Anger can affect work, friendships, and family life. When anger feels hard to control, it can hurt both the person and the people around them.
One person with intermittent explosive disorder received a mood-stabilizing medication as part of their care plan. Psychotherapy was also used to work on communication and ways to handle strong feelings.
This type of care can help people learn to notice their feelings, understand their reactions, and practice healthier ways to respond.
7. Helping Families Through Divorce
When parents separate, children and teens may feel sad, confused, worried, or angry.
Pathway to Mentality provided family therapy for a teen whose parents were going through a divorce.
Family therapy can give family members a place to talk, listen, and work through hard changes with support.
Every family is different, but open communication can be an important step toward understanding one another.
8. Helping People Understand Genetic Testing
Finding the right medicine can take time. A medicine that works well for one person may not work the same way for someone else.
One person received help understanding the results of a GeneSight test.
The discussion explained how certain genetic differences may affect the way the body processes some medicines. This information may help a provider consider treatment options, but it cannot promise which medicine will work best.
The goal is to help people understand their results and take part in decisions about their care.
9. Providing Mental Health Evaluations
Sometimes, people know that something does not feel right, but they do not know why.
They may have trouble sleeping, feel worried most days, or find it hard to focus. A mental health evaluation can help a provider learn more about what a person is experiencing.
Over the past three years, Pathway to Mentality has completed psychiatric evaluations to help assess people’s mental health needs.
An evaluation can be an important first step toward understanding symptoms and making a care plan.
10. Supporting People With ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can make it hard to focus, plan tasks, stay organized, or finish work.
These challenges can affect school, work, and home life.
Pathway to Mentality has assessed people with ADHD and helped them explore treatment options based on their needs.
Care may include medication management and other support. The aim is to help each person work toward better daily function and manage the challenges they face.
11. Helping Someone Manage Test Anxiety
Big tests can bring a lot of pressure. A person may study for months and still feel scared when it is time to take the test.
One law student did not pass the bar exam on the first try. The student sought help for performance anxiety and received a medication to use as needed and an accommodation to gain more time to complete the exam, as directed by the provider.
The student later passed the exam on the second attempt.
This is one person’s story, not a promise of the same result for everyone. It shows how getting help for anxiety may be one part of preparing for a difficult goal.
12. Supporting Someone After a Cancer Diagnosis
A serious health diagnosis can bring many questions.
One woman who was newly diagnosed with colorectal cancer felt anxious about treatment and what might happen next.
She received help to manage her anxiety while facing this uncertain time.
Mental health care does not remove every hard part of a health problem. But it can give people support as they work through fear, stress, and difficult choices.
13. Caring for People With Different Mental Health Needs
Mental health is not the same for everyone. People may face one challenge or several at the same time.
Pathway to Mentality provides care for a range of mental health needs, which may include:
● Anxiety
● Depression
● ADHD
● Bipolar disorder
● Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
● Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
● Insomnia and sleep problems
● Adjustment disorders
● Psychosis
● Postpartum depression and anxiety
● Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
● Eating disorders
● Alcohol dependence
● Cannabis dependence
The right care depends on each person’s symptoms, health history, and needs. A provider can help discuss options and decide what next steps may be useful.
14. Helping Someone With an Eating Disorder Find More Support
Eating disorders can affect both physical and mental health. They can also be hard to talk about.
One underweight person was referred to an eating disorder program because of anorexia.
Specialized programs can offer care for people who need support with eating, health, and the feelings connected to an eating disorder.
A referral can help a person connect with a team that is better suited to their needs.
What Mental Health Services Does Pathway to Mentality Offer?
You may be asking, “Can Pathway to Mentality help me?”
The practice offers virtual mental health services that include:
● Psychiatric evaluations
● Medication management
● Psychotherapy and counseling
● Perinatal psychiatric consultations
● Mental health evaluations for certain medical procedures
● Genetic testing services, when appropriate
The right service depends on your needs and where you live. Contact the practice to ask what options may be available to you.
When Should You Ask for Help?
You do not have to wait until life feels out of control.
It may be time to talk to a health provider if sadness, worry, anger, or trouble sleeping makes daily life hard. You can also ask for help if stress affects your work, school, or relationships.
You do not need to know what to say. You can start with a simple sentence:
“I have not been feeling like myself, and I need help.”
That is enough to begin a conversation.
Take the First Step Toward Better Mental Health
Life can be hard. But you do not have to carry every worry alone.
For the past three years, Pathway to Mentality has worked to support people with different mental health needs. Each person deserves care that listens to their concerns and respects their story.
If you are looking for mental health services, reach out to learn about your options.
Contact Pathway to Mentality today.
● Phone: 609-913-2969
● Website: www.pathtomentality.com
● Services: Explore our mental health services
You do not have to take every step today. Start with one.
Frequently Asked Questions
What mental health services does Pathway to Mentality offer?
Pathway to Mentality offers virtual psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, and certain specialized mental health services. Pathway to Mentality offers in person appointments on a case by case basis.
Can I get mental health care online?
Yes. Pathway to Mentality offers virtual care for eligible patients. Ask the practice which services are available where you live.
Can I ask for help with anxiety or depression?
Yes. Anxiety and depression are among the conditions listed by the practice. A provider can assess your needs and discuss care options.
How do I make an appointment with Pathway to Mentality?
Visit www.pathtomentality.com or call 609-913-2969 to ask about services and appointments.
What if I need more help than a regular appointment?
A provider may suggest a specialized program or a higher level of care if your needs call for more support. The right choice depends on your health and safety.
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