MERIT’s behavioral health services in Yakima provide compassionate support for many of life’s challenges. Our experienced team is here to help you overcome obstacles and build a foundation for a healthier future.

What is Behavioral Health Counseling?

Behavioral health services encompass a variety of therapies that address issues such as substance abuse, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship difficulties. The goal of these therapies is to help you identify and modify behavioral patterns that hinder personal growth and negatively impact your mental well-being.

What to Expect During Your Behavioral Health Screening and Intake

Behavioral health screening is a technical term for a judgment-free conversation. We chat about your medical history, past experiences, and current issues you’re facing. This information becomes the basis for creating a personalized treatment plan to help you reach your immediate and long-term goals. 

Our Behavioral Health Therapies

At MERIT, we specialize in evidence-based therapies designed to improve symptoms and outcomes for individuals facing a range of behavioral health issues. We offer our services at seven CARF-accredited facilities across the Yakima Valley and can provide support via telehealth and online access.

Explore some of the programs we offer:

• Mental health counseling
• Online mental health therapy
• Family therapy
• Anger management counseling
• Alcohol abuse therapy
• Substance abuse therapy
• Stimulant abuse therapy
• Detox support
• 12-Step Facilitation Therapy

Accessible Programs Tailored for You

Our behavioral health services in Yakima are designed with the community’s needs in mind. Here are the key ways we ensure that professional support is always within reach:

• Convenient locations: We provide comprehensive mental health support in seven locations across the Yakima Valley.
• Bilingual services: We provide counseling in English and Spanish, so you can receive care in the language you’re most comfortable with.
• Payment options: We accept various insurance plans and offer sliding-scale payment options to help manage the costs of care.

Contact Yakima’s Leading Provider of Behavioral Health Services

If you or someone you love is struggling with their mental health, get in touch with MERIT. Our behavioral health services are here to facilitate your next step toward a better future.

Ready to regain control of your life? Contact MERIT at 877-789-3344 to schedule a behavioral health services consultation in Yakima.

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