Compassionate, Confidential Care for Your Mental Health Journey
At MFHS, we understand that mental health is just as important as physical health. Our Circle of Care in Scranton now offers in-person and telehealth Behavioral Health Counseling with a licensed social worker, providing a safe, supportive environment for individuals before, during, and after pregnancy.
Behavioral Health Services at MFHS Circle of Care
Behavioral Health Services in Scranton include:
- Access to specially trained clinical staff in areas of perinatal mental health and substance use
- Social Work support and advocacy services for pregnant and post-partum mothers and their families
- Community support and referrals for community resources
- Referrals to alternate levels of treatment/services
- Ongoing monitoring of emotional health progress
Perinatal Mental Health
Perinatal Mental Health Disorders may include postpartum PTSD, bipolar disorders, depression (PPD), anxiety (PPA), perinatal psychosis, panic disorder, and/or obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Signs may include:
- Feeling:
- Hopeless
- Guilty
- Inadequate
- Anxious
- Emotionally disconnected
- Sadness
- Rage/irritability
- Experiencing:
- Changes in sleep and appetite
- Scary unwanted thoughts
- Lack of interest in family and friends
- Obsessing over baby’s safety
If you or are loved one are experiencing any of these signs or symptoms before, during or after birth, support is available at MFHS. Call the Scranton Circle of Care to schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment.
Call 570-595-4496 to schedule an appointment.
We accept many insurance plans and offer affordable care for everyone. Services may be free or low-cost. Call the Scranton Circle of Care to discuss your eligibility or schedule an appointment. 570-595-4496
MFHS social workers have completed the Postpartum Support International (PSI) Perinatal Mental Health Certification. MFHS is an official PSI Blue Dot Safe Space. If you are need of support, please reach out to schedule an appointment.
