Behavioral Healthcare
Take the first step to better mental health
Behavioral healthcare helps people with problems like feeling very sad, worried, or having trouble with thinking or behavior. It includes talking with a counselor, taking medicine, or other treatments to help you feel better and cope with daily life.
Caring for your mental health is just as crucial as tending to your physical well-being. Our confidential counseling services provide a safe space for individuals to discuss their concerns openly and without judgment.
Asking for help is a sign of strength, and you shouldn’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Our dedicated team is here to support you through difficult times, offering personalized help tailored to your needs. Sometimes, we may also connect you to more resources to ensure you receive comprehensive care.
Know when you need help
Consider seeking help if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Constant worry
- Feelings of being trapped
- Self-help methods haven’t led to improvement
- Your emotions are affecting your job, relationships, sleep, or eating habits
- Someone close to you suggests counseling
- You want to make changes to your substance use
Take control of your behavioral health
At Central Health, we’re committed to providing accessible and compassionate behavioral health services to help individuals lead fulfilling and empowered lives. Ask your doctor about our behavioral health services and start your journey to feeling better today.
Are you experiencing a mental health crisis?
Call our local community mental health crisis hotline at 512-472-HELP (4357) any time of the day, any day of the week.
Examples of a mental health crisis include:
- Suicidal thoughts or attempts: When someone expresses thoughts of suicide or engages in self-harming behaviors.
- Severe panic attacks or anxiety episodes: Intense and overwhelming feelings of fear or anxiety that interfere with daily functioning.
- Psychotic episodes: Loss of touch with reality, including hallucinations or delusions.
- Severe depression: Persistent feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or despair that impair normal functioning.
- Substance abuse or addiction: When substance use becomes uncontrollable and leads to significant impairment in various areas of life.
- Acute psychosis: Sudden onset of severe disorganized thinking, bizarre behavior, or inability to function.
- Intense anger or aggression: Extreme outbursts of anger or violence towards oneself or others.
- Severe mood swings: Rapid and extreme changes in mood that disrupt normal activities and relationships.
- Overwhelming stress or trauma: When traumatic events or ongoing stressors lead to emotional breakdowns or inability to cope.
- Severe eating disorders: When disordered eating behaviors reach a critical level, posing immediate health risks.
Your care team
Dr. Ashley Trust, MD
Director of Behavioral Health
Catherina Conte, LCSW-S
Behavioral Health Manager
Central Health, Travis County’s Hospital District, provides these specialty care services to members of the Medical Access Program (MAP) and MAP Basic after referral from a primary care provider.
If you are not a MAP member and want to apply, or just to learn more about the program, click here or call 512.978.8130.
Blog articles
Nurturing Your Mind: Recognize and Address Mental Health Challenges
Mental health conditions are common, manageable, and treatable. In a recent discussion with Behavioral Health Manager Catherina Conte, LCSW-S, we explored the prevalence of mental health issues and emphasized the importance of maintaining good mental health for overall well-being.
About half of all Americans will experience a diagnosable mental health condition at some point in their lives, with symptoms often starting as early as age 14. Despite their prevalence, many people still face significant barriers due to stigma, which can prevent them from seeking the help they need.