If you are in a mental health crisis, or have thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, call 911 immediately. 

Mental health care is as important as physical health care, so it’s crucial that you stay on top of your annual checkups with your primary care provider (PCP). 

How Can My PCP help With My Mental Health?

Your PCP is often the first line of defense against worsening mental health issues, as well as someone who can collaborate with your behavioral health team on maintenance and monitoring of your mental health condition.

PCPs can:

• Assess you for mental health symptoms during routine visits
• Order labwork to see if any underlying conditions could be affecting your mental health
• Identify depression, anxiety,  substance abuse and use disorders
• Provide initial interventions for these conditions, such as medication management or lifestyle modifications
• Connect you with behavioral health services, counseling, education resources or opioid treatment programs
• Connect you with community mental health resources, including prevention resources
• Refer you to psychiatrists, psychologists or social workers

How Can I Meet With a PCP or a Behavioral Health Professional?

You can schedule an appointment with a PCP by calling (502) 629-1234, and selecting option 3. Existing patients can schedule an appointment on your Norton MyChart account. New patients can schedule online.

Because your mental and physical health can be deeply connected, our team of primary care and behavioral health providers works together with you and your support network to deliver care that addresses mental health, substance abuse and other medical needs. Norton Behavioral Medicine offers convenient telehealth appointments. You can log in from your phone or computer and speak directly with a behavioral health specialist.