Individual Therapy & Counseling
One-on-one sessions with a licensed clinician to address depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and other mental health challenges. Evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy.
Adult Behavioral Health
Mental health care
for every adult.
Treatment, case management, peer support, and recovery services for Wayne County adults 18 and older, from first call to long-term care.
Adults 18+
Age Eligibility
Wayne County
Residency Required
No Wrong Door
We Help You Get Started
Services are available to eligible DWIHN members. Call to begin, we will connect you.
Adult Mental Health
Taking the first step matters
If you have or think you might have mental health issues, talking about these concerns with others can be helpful. Reaching out for help may be frightening, but it is often the first step toward healing, growth, and recovery.
Having a strong support system and engaging with trustworthy people are essential to recovery. Whether you reach out to a provider, a family member, or a peer, you do not have to face this alone.
How to Build Your Support System
Find someone you trust, a parent, family member, teacher, faith leader, or healthcare provider who:
- Gives good advice when you ask for it and helps you take action
- Likes, respects, and trusts you, and vice versa
- Gives you space to grow and make your own decisions
- Is a good listener and makes time for you
What We Offer
Services for adults in Wayne County
DWIHN coordinates a full continuum of behavioral health services through our network of providers. Services are tailored to your diagnosis, situation, and goals.
Psychiatric Services & Medication Management
Psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and ongoing medication management for conditions including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, and PTSD. Provided by psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners.
Case Management & Care Coordination
A dedicated care manager helps you navigate services, coordinate appointments, connect to community resources, and develop a personalized treatment plan. Available at all levels of care.
Peer Support Specialists
Certified peer specialists with lived experience in mental health recovery provide coaching, encouragement, and practical guidance. Peer support is available as a standalone service or alongside clinical care.
Supported Employment (IPS)
Individual Placement and Support (IPS) helps people with serious mental illness find and keep competitive employment that matches their goals, skills, and preferences. Job coaching and employer outreach are included.
Housing & Community Support
Community Support Programs (CSP) and Housing Support Services help adults with serious mental illness maintain stable housing, build daily living skills, and participate in their communities.
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
Intensive, community-based services for adults with the most severe mental illnesses. A multi-disciplinary ACT team, including a psychiatrist, nurse, case manager, and peer specialist, provides wraparound support wherever you live.
Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment
Integrated treatment for adults experiencing both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder. Coordinated care addressing both conditions together is more effective than treating them separately.
Mental Health Information
Understanding mental illness and co-occurring disorders
Mental Illnesses & Disorders
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Mental illness is a medical condition that disrupts a person's thinking, feeling, mood, ability to relate to others, and daily functioning. Just as diabetes is a disorder of the pancreas, mental illnesses are medical conditions that often result in a diminished capacity for coping with the ordinary demands of life. Serious mental illnesses include major depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. The good news is that recovery is possible.
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Serious mental illness (SMI) among adults 18 and older is defined as having, at any time during the past year, a diagnosable mental, behavior, or emotional disorder that causes serious functional impairment that substantially interferes with or limits one or more major life activities. Serious mental illnesses include major depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. People with serious mental illness are more likely to be unemployed, arrested, and face inadequate housing compared to those without mental illness.
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Mental disorders involve changes in thinking, mood, and/or behavior. These disorders can affect how we relate to others and make choices. Mental disorders take many different forms, some are rooted in deep levels of anxiety, extreme changes in mood, or reduced ability to focus or behave appropriately. Others involve unwanted intrusive thoughts, and some may result in auditory and visual hallucinations or false beliefs. Anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental disorders, followed by depressive disorders.
Co-occurring Disorders
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The co-existence of both a mental health and a substance use disorder is referred to as co-occurring disorders (previously called dual diagnoses). According to SAMHSA, approximately 7.9 million adults in the United States had co-occurring disorders. People with mental health disorders are more likely than those without to experience an alcohol or substance use disorder. Co-occurring disorders can be difficult to diagnose, both may vary in severity, and people often receive treatment for one disorder while the other remains untreated.
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Co-occurring disorders are common among people experiencing homelessness. This population often has a variety of issues that require services beyond behavioral health treatment, such as life skills development, employment assistance, and housing. Integrating behavioral and primary care is important, though few experiencing homelessness have access to it, this can lead to chronic homelessness and further deterioration in physical and behavioral health.
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Many people in the criminal justice system have co-occurring disorders. Providing integrated treatment to address mental and substance use disorders can lead to positive outcomes such as reduced substance use and arrests. Effective screening at entry points, use of standardized instruments, and trained staff to administer and refer are critical components of a full protocol in criminal justice settings.
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Co-occurring disorders such as PTSD and substance use are prevalent among veterans and the military community. According to the VA, approximately one-third of veterans seeking treatment for substance use disorders also met the criteria for PTSD. Veterans and service members benefit from integrated care for mental and substance use disorders. To promote wellness, practitioners are encouraged to collaborate with organizations that provide guidance on treating veterans with co-occurring disorders.
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Integrating behavioral and primary care is especially important to meeting the needs of individuals with co-occurring disorders. Screening in primary care settings can identify mental health and substance use disorders early, allowing providers to offer timely referrals and coordinated treatment that addresses the whole person.
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States working to improve treatment for people with co-occurring disorders have established practitioner competencies that define roles and create a common framework for working collaboratively across social service systems. These competencies help ensure that clinicians, case managers, and peer specialists are trained to deliver integrated care that addresses both mental health and substance use conditions simultaneously.
Getting Started
How to access adult services
There is no wrong door. Whether you call us or a provider calls on your behalf, we will help you get connected to the right care.
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Call or request a referral
Call DWIHN Access at 1-800-241-4949 (TTY 711) to request services. Your doctor, hospital, or another provider can also make a referral on your behalf. No referral is required to call.
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Complete an intake assessment
A clinician will conduct a brief phone or in-person screening to understand your needs and determine what services you may be eligible for. This typically takes 30–60 minutes.
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Get matched with a provider
Based on your assessment, DWIHN will authorize services and connect you with a network provider who fits your needs, location, language preference, and schedule.
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Begin care
Your first appointment is typically scheduled within 14 days of authorization. Your care plan is developed collaboratively, your goals and preferences drive the treatment.
Who Qualifies
Eligibility for adult services
DWIHN services are available to Wayne County residents who are enrolled in Medicaid. If you are not currently enrolled, we can help connect you with Medicaid enrollment assistance.
- Age 18 or older
- Wayne County resident
- Enrolled in Medicaid (or eligible to enroll)
- Mental health or co-occurring disorder diagnosis (determined at intake)
Not sure if you qualify? Call us, we will help you figure it out.
Ready to get started?
Our Access team is available Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, and crisis support is available 24/7.
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