Making Your Mental Health A Priority
The new year brings a fresh start and provides a natural time to reassess habits and recommit to overall well-being. Many people resolve to lose weight, exercise more or cut back on alcohol. All of these are worthwhile goals. However, one essential aspect is often overlooked: mental health.
Mental wellness is the foundation for a healthy life and the new year is the perfect time to prioritize it and seek support as necessary. Caring for your mind and body is deeply connected, but often mental health concerns go unaddressed, according to physicians and nurse practitioners at Parrish Healthcare. Many try to put on a brave face and struggle in silence. But no matter what challenges you face, support is available to help you manage stress, overcome obstacles and live life to the fullest.
Mental health in America
More people are struggling with their mental health than you might think. Statistics show almost one in five U.S. adults has a diagnosable mental health condition in any given year. Just under half of Americans (46%) will experience one in their lifetime.
Conditions include everything from anxiety and depression to addiction/substance abuse disorder and bipolar disorder. They affect people from all walks of life, ages and backgrounds.
Access to the right care is vital for those struggling with mental health issues, but many don’t get it. In fact, up to 54% of people with a mental illness don’t receive treatment. Left untreated, mental health challenges can harm one’s physical health. For example, research shows conditions such as depression raise the risk for diseases including diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
Parrish Healthcare: A path for hope and healing
Parrish Healthcare offers compassionate care that equips people with the tools they need to achieve stability, build resilience and find sustainable solutions for better overall well-being. Rather than one-size-fits-all solutions, they tailor treatment to each individual patient, offering holistic care that combines medical, emotional and lifestyle support. Comprehensive services are available for both adults and youth, including support for:
• Anxiety, stress and panic disorders
• Depression and mood disorders
• Bipolar disorder
• ADHD and attention difficulties
• PTSD and trauma-related conditions
• Schizophrenia and psychotic disorders
• Substance use and co-occurring conditions
“Caring for mental health at Parrish Healthcare starts with personalized evaluations,” said board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Johari Faison, APRN, PMHNP-BC. “We pride ourselves on spending time understanding each person’s unique situation, symptoms and needs.”
Treatments may include medication management, therapeutic support, crisis care or a combination of services. “Collaboration is also key,” continues Faison. “We work closely with therapists, primary care doctors and other specialists to ensure complete, seamless care for our patient’s overall health. From new diagnoses to managing long-term conditions, we will help people restore balance, find clarity and begin healing.”
Taking the first step to mental wellness
Parrish Healthcare’s psychiatry and behavioral mental health department is staffed by experienced, dedicated providers committed to the best patient outcomes. Recently, the team welcomed Johari Faison, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with more than a decade of experience in behavioral health and acute care.
Faison specializes in psychiatric evaluations, medication management and holistic therapy approaches. Known for her collaborative spirit, clinical insight and patient-first mindset, she is committed to creating supportive environments that foster personal growth.
“Mental health is the foundation for a healthy life, and no one has to struggle alone,” Faison says. “Healing begins with reaching out. We’re here at Parrish Healthcare offering a safe place to be heard and professional support to guide you to lasting overall health for your mind and body.”
To schedule an appointment with Johari Faison or another of Parrish’s mental health care professionals, click here or call 321-268-6868.
About Parrish Healthcare
Parrish Healthcare, the first U.S. member of Cleveland Clinic Connected and America’s first Joint Commission Integrated Care Certified network, includes: Parrish Medical Center, one of the nation’s most recognized hospitals for clinical quality, patient safety, and healing environments; Parrish Medical Group, NCQA certified patient-centered medical homes; and Parrish Health Network, a coalition of healthcare providers, insurers and others working together to improve quality and safety and lower healthcare costs on behalf of individuals, families and businesses.
Visit parrishhealthcare.com for more information.
