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About Skagit Behavioral Health
Skagit Behavioral Health is a group of independent practitioners serving the Skagit Valley in Mt. Vernon, Washington. Each practitioner maintains their own practice but the group collaborates for specialty services to meet the unique needs of each client, including low intensity outpatient therapy for addiction.
Multiple Providers with Independent Specialties
The provider directory gives specific information on each provider’s focus of treatment and age group they service. Several of the providers focus on the LGBTQ+ population while others focus on children, adolescents, family dynamics, and adults. Veterans are also welcome.
Practitioners range in education and experience including licensed social workers, counseling therapists, psychologists, and marriage and family therapists.
Multiple Approaches to Find Your Ideal Fit
Couples and family therapy groups sessions are available as are individual therapy sessions. There is a psychoeducational program available to assist in developing life skills.
Mental health challenges addressed by the variety of therapists include addiction, communication, depression, anxiety and trauma recovery as well as post traumatic stress, dissociative disorder and anger management. Several providers use learning styles to address therapeutic change.
Low Intensity Substance Use Treatment
The providers at this therapy office can also help you with ongoing therapy for addiction. Substance use disorder is often accompanied by co-occurring and dual diagnosis mental health conditions. Treatment for continuing recovery often includes outpatient services by independent practitioners on an individual basis or as part of a peer support community. Ongoing outpatient services are a vital part of maintaining long term abstinence from alcohol and substances.
Insurance Accepted
Because this office has numerous practitioners who each operate separately, each practitioner can accept different insurance plans and has different payment options.
Latest Reviews
Here we go~My name is Joseph Romero. I've lived in Mount Vernon most my life. Almost 50 years! Wow! Anyways I can't say enough good stuff about this place and other Skagit Regional Clinics and the Nurses and Doctors that work there. The last 3 or so years for me have been basically a trip to see the doc about this or that. What can I say~Yaya I know! Gettin older~:) The Doctors that work for Skagit Regional are top notch! Period! From the first office visit I have never been treated so nicely and just had that feel of comfort and knowledge when talking to the Doctors there. I like that they treat you very well but they are very straight forward and simple about things and tell ya how it is. And the way they break it down is easy to understand i tell myself thats exactly what i was thinkin. :)I've seen a few~Sleep medicine,Ear Nose and Throat~( Hi Doctor Mullen! ) :) I've also been seen at the Skagit Gastroenterology center and the clinics Orthopedic center and the Physical therapy department. All very nice and knowledgeable and are easy to talk too. Thank you all! Really,you guys are doin a Great Job! I HIGHLY recommend Skagit Regional Clinics to people I know that may be looking for a Doctor. They have all came back with nothing but good things to say. Stay Healthy! ~Peace!
Response from the owner2 months ago
Thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team! What a wonderful review! Thank you. - Responded by Skagit Regional Health
HORRIBLE experiences at every single interaction with any of their staff or agency. Mistreated, misinformed, and misdirected at every step and no reasonable accommodations made for disabled patients. The very opposite in fact. They deliberately make it more difficult for anyone disabled struggling to understand or manage their case or schedule anything. All referrals marked urgent from an er will still take weeks to have even one person review them as they blame all other agencies and lead you on wild goose chases and put you on hold to others who say they arent responsible for that and they'll get you to someone else who will help. In the end not getting anything done and putting undue stress and symptoms on the disabled patients. They are actively working against me at every step of the way and treating me like I don't matter or have any rights then getting mad at me for being confused and asking for clarification which they can't provide them disconnected the call and just keep saying waiting for the next person to talk toe who doesn't understand. This has been WEEKS of this even after patient services assured me this isn't indicative of the medical system or the experience there yet it keeps getting worse. All this after the hospital injured me and now this clinic is preventing me from being seen or assisted to document the I jury properly and I'm a timely manner. Would not recommend to anyone especially those with any disability or difficulty advocating for your own rights not to be violated. Not one positive experience from this whole ordeal
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your recent experience. We are disappointed to hear that you are not satisfied with your visit. We would like to have a better understanding about your experience. Please reach out to us at PatientRelations@skagitregionalhealth.org at your earliest convenience. Thank you.
Labs at the new building in downtown Mt. Vernon are slow; you sit on the phone for over 15 minutes with no answer. It would be great if they would answer their phone. The one by Walmart is great!
Response from the owner2 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review! We would like to have a better understanding about your experience. Please reach out to us at PatientRelations@skagitregionalhealth.org at your earliest convenience. Thank you. 
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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Inpatient Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
24-Hour Clinical Care 24-hour clinical care in Washington includes a team of medical professionals who are on-site 24/7 to provide the care you need. Medical staff can provide medications and other physical treatment to help you safely navigate withdrawal. Counselors offer mental and emotional support. Other specialists who offer additional resources may include nutritionists, family therapists, and case managers.
Treatments
Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.
Programs
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
The goal of trauma therapy is to help you heal from the aftereffects of a traumatic experience. Your therapist will provide you with a safe and supportive space to process these trauma memories and develop better coping strategies that enhance your emotional resilience.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
Recreational therapy is a dynamic approach to drug and alcohol addiction treatments that integrates activities like gardening, music therapy, and sports. These activities give you a therapeutic outlet for your emotions and help you to reduce your stress levels. This protects your physical and mental health and helps you develop new skills that foster a sober lifestyle.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.
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Christi Stephenson
Intake Coordinator & Office Manager
Contact Information
(360) 424-0400 
406 S 1st St
Ste 30008
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Get Help Now - 206-809-2983
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