Mental Health Services
Virtual Mental Health Services & Support
With the significant increase in individuals diagnosed with mental health and substance use disorders over the past decade, individuals who reside in the state of Maryland and are suffering from these ailments can receive telehealth treatment through Connecting the DOTS, LLC.
Given that everyday obligations are so demanding, a substantial number of individuals receiving mental health treatment have found that telehealth services are more effective. Our practice places emphasis on telehealth because it provides flexibility and reduces barriers for clients that prevent them from conveniently receiving care.
Although telehealth services are the foundation of Connecting the DOTS, LLC’s behavioral health and mental health services model, our headquarters in Columbia, Maryland, offers in person individual and group behavioral and mental health services on an appointment basis only for individuals who prefer in-person sessions as opposed to virtual sessions.
The Connecting the DOTS, LLC, telehealth platform is fully HIPAA compliant and safeguards clients' confidentiality and privacy.
Individual Therapy
To ensure that individual needs are addressed, our clinicians develop an individualized treatment plan that focuses on the root causes of the individual's mental health concerns and monitors progress toward individual goals to improve their quality of life.
Group Therapy
At Connecting the DOTS, LLC, we believe it is beneficial for clients to connect with peers in order to realize that they are not alone. When treating major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, or other mental health issues, hearing from people who have experienced similar challenges can help individuals understand that they are not alone in facing these challenges.
Types of Groups that are Offered at Connecting the DOTS, LLC.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Group:
The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) group offers extensive education to individuals who are interested in understanding the science behind how thoughts influence behaviors.
Even without a mental health or substance abuse diagnosis, many of us struggle to separate our ideas from the rest of our brain. Understanding how to recognize negative thought patterns and reframe them is very important for recovery.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Group:
The main objectives of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are to help individuals learn how to be present, create healthy coping mechanisms for stress, control their emotions, and enhance interpersonal relationships. DBT has been proven to be beneficial for the management and treatment of a variety of mental health disorders, such as borderline personality disorder (BPD), self-harm, suicidal behavior, substance use disorder, and more.
Process/Interpersonal Group
Commonly referred to as an Interpersonal Group, the Process Group works primarily in the "here and now." Our clinicians will work one-on-one with each participant to understand how they are responding to what is happening in the group session, to validate and connect with their current situation, and to offer education on how to apply skills acquired in groups to real-life situations.
Skill-Based Groups
We place emphasis on after-school groups to help peers manage self-esteem issues, depression, or individuals who need a safe place to connect with peers therapeutically to discuss issues they are facing at home, school, or in the community.
Our skill-based group endeavors to join individuals who are dealing with issues like workplace burnout, trauma, grief, and/or issues managing their anger and emotions.
We offer 4-week skill-based groups that provide methods for managing anger, communicating effectively, resolving conflicts, etc. This group will meet virtually once a week for one hour.
The skill group schedule will alternate monthly to better ascertain real-world challenges and situational presence.
Play Therapy
Children between the ages of 3 and 12 who have trouble expressing themselves, undergo medical treatment, and/or are developmentally delayed are ideal clients for play therapy. They can use play therapy to talk to therapists about any challenges they are facing. Essentially, children typically require additional imaginative assistance to convey their feelings and anxieties. Also, play therapy can be beneficial for adolescents and adults with mild cognitive challenges and can be a useful intervention strategy.
Play therapy sessions are offered only in person.
Substance Abuse Counseling
At Connecting the Dots, LLC, our goal is to empower individuals who are battling with substance abuse by identifying and coping with the underlying issues, or trauma, associated with the disorder. Our therapeutic approach is to address any substance-related issues or inappropriate behavioral patterns that contribute to substance abuse. Each client will be matched with an addiction counselor to help them break free from drug or alcohol addiction.
Our specialized approach to providing everyone with a customized treatment plan will aid in focusing on treatment goals to help individuals' recovery and provide their loved ones with the necessary tools to support them during their journey.
Additionally, group therapy sessions such as stress management education, anger management, and life skills training are offered in combination with substance abuse counseling for individuals who are interested.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP)
The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program at Connecting the DOTS, LLC, is designed to assist adults and adolescents who have mental health diagnoses in developing positive interpersonal, social, and healthy behavioral skills. The program focuses on identifying efficient ways for individuals to get the best possible care and treatment they need to succeed in life.
We are committed to discovering ways to provide our clients with tools and assistance to support areas like behavioral regulation, social skills, and personal care, to feel successful in their community, and to feel confident in making daily life decisions to build resilience.
The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program is for Adolescents and Adults.
Adult PRP:
In order to help clients move toward a more positive future, Connecting the DOTS, LLC's PRP program includes courses on effective anger management techniques, money management, resilience training, along with a host of other groups.
The Adult PRP focuses on assisting individuals with finding resources for meaningful employment, education support, referrals for additional mental health needs, etc. We also provide training on social skills to help our clients become positive members of society.
Adolescents PRP:
The adolescent psychiatric rehabilitation program focuses on supporting minors in improving their interpersonal communication skills with peers, families, and other members of society. We emphasize the value and importance of Activities of Daily Living Skills (ADLs), anger management skills, self-awareness, self-discipline, and critical thinking skills. We offer training to support individuals and concentrate on strategies to aid in their recovery and development to the fullest extent possible.
The anticipated start date for the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program is March 25th, 2024, and more information will be provided closer to the start date.
Virtual Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
The Connecting the Dots, LLC, Virtual Intensive Outpatient Mental Health Program provides individual and group support for individuals who have been diagnosed with a mental health diagnosis. This program focuses on providing individuals and their loved ones with the support and tools necessary to manage their disorder and acquire the skills to function at home, at work, and in the community.
We strive to provide a platform that offers a variety of therapeutic modalities to assist individuals in managing their mental health symptoms. Our belief is that regardless of your mental health diagnosis, you can still experience life to the fullest and make the necessary efforts to use coping skills and interventions to beat the odds.
Most importantly, including families in the individual's treatment journey to strengthen the individual's circle of support, build trust, and ensure that the individual does not feel alone outside of treatment is essential to the care we provide. Family involvement is a key factor in the Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program, and we offer weekly sessions with the individual and their family along with monthly family support groups.
The IOP treatment is 5 days a week for 3 hours per day. Each client will have an assigned therapist and case coordinator during their treatment journey to ensure their therapeutic, emotional, and social needs are met.
The anticipated start date for the Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program is March 25th, 2024, and more information will be provided closer to the start date.
Additional Services
- Psychological Evaluations
- Medication Management
Connecting the DOTS, LLC, provides online telehealth individual and group counseling through compliance with a HIPAA video platform that safeguards patient confidentiality and privacy.
Every client of Connecting the DOTS, LLC, who receives counseling services is also invited to a complimentary 45-minute yoga or mindfulness virtual session with a licensed yoga instructor. An essential component of treatment is mindfulness. Regardless of the mental health diagnosis, it's essential to regulate emotions and maintain awareness of the present moment.
