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Mental Health / Adult Psychiatry
We work with Health Authorities and Social Services Departments to provide support for people with mental health problems who present challenging behaviours. We have considerable experience of the challenges faced by staff in all areas of mental health work. We work intensively with psychiatrists on multidisciplinary approaches to challenging clients.
The various elements of support available are:
- Assessments for individuals (including psychological, cognitive and vulnerability aspects)
- One to one work and counselling with individuals and within group settings
- Risk Assessments
- Help, advice and support for coping with behavioural challenges
- Liaison with outside agencies and professionals
- One to one or group work with staff members to assist them in coping with their work pressures
Please click here to read a case study of the work Studio III does in the area of Mental Health
Contact us on 01225-334111 to arrange a confidential discussion with one of our specialists or use our contact us page
Mary was a 55 year old Woman with a diagnosis of Aspergers and depression. Over a period of 10 years Mary’s ability to care for herself had diminished rapidly resulting in her losing employment and independence. Mary was displaying high levels of distress, self-harm and physical aggression. She no longer left the property or engaged in social activities.
Studio III clinical services carried out an initial assessment, meeting with staff and talking to her psychiatrist. Some time was spent with Mary although she was unable to hold any prolonged periods of conversation.
The assessment led to recommendations being made to reduce staff interactions in the morning and use low arousal techniques throughout the day to decrease physical aggression. Recommendations for helping Mary to express her anxiety and frustration were suggested which utilised her current form of verbal and physical release, as well as increasing relaxation time using sensory items and engaging Mary in activities around her home that linked to her old role as a receptionist. Longer term skill development and behavioural management plans were also recommended.
A follow up call indicated that Mary was no longer self-harming, physical aggression had dramatically dropped and Mary is now regularly going to the local shops, using public transport and engaging socially with others.
