Behavioral Health Services

Emory Valley Center provides individualized and specialized Behavioral Health services for children and adults who have a dual diagnosis of an intellectual or developmental disability and a mental health diagnosis. Treatment is provided for all ages, by trained Behavioral Health practitioners utilizing a strengths-based, trauma informed, and biopsychosocial approach. Services are designed around the unique needs, preferences, and goals of each person and their support team.

Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program (PSR)

Building Skills for Greater Independence

The Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Program supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are also experiencing behavioral health challenges. PSR provides a structured, supportive environment, people develop practical life skills, emotional regulation strategies, social skills, and coping techniques that promote greater independence and community involvement. Services focus on helping people build confidence, strengthen relationships, and improve overall quality of life.

Who May Benefit?

  Have an intellectual or developmental disabilities 

Experience behavioral health or mental health needs. 

  Need support developing daily living, social, or coping skills.

Want to increase independence and community participation 

Benefit from a structured group setting focused on skill development and emotional wellness

Adult Outpatient Therapy

                                                                                 Personalized Support for Mental Wellness

A Adult Outpatient Therapy provides one-on-one counseling tailored to each person’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. Our therapists use evidence-based, person-centered approaches to help individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship concerns, emotional regulation, life transitions, and behavioral health needs. Together, we work toward improved coping skills, emotional well-being, and personal growth.

Areas We Address

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma and stress

Relationship concerns

Emotional regulation

Life transitions

Self-esteem and confidence

Adult Applied Behavior Analysis (aba)

                                                       Specialized Behavioral Support for Safety and Community Success

 

Adult Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services provide individualized, evidence-based behavioral treatment for adults experiencing behaviors that may impact their safety, independence, relationships, or ability to participate successfully in their home and community.
Our Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) works closely with the person, caregivers, and support teams to identify the causes of challenging behaviors and develop practical strategies that promote safety, emotional regulation, and meaningful participation in daily life. Services focus on reducing behaviors that place the person or others at risk while teaching replacement skills that support long-term success.

Areas of Focus

Aggression toward others

 Self-injurious behavior

Property destruction

Elopement or wandering

Unsafe community behaviors

Emotional and behavioral regulation

Building safer replacement skills

Increasing successful participation in home and community setting

 

EVC is credentialed to provide services for BlueCare, United Health Care (UHC), and Wellpoint.

Children’s outpatient therapy 

                                                                       Helping Children Thrive Emotionally and Socially

Children’s Outpatient Therapy provides a safe, supportive environment where children can express their feelings, build confidence, and learn healthy coping skills. Our therapists work collaboratively with families to address emotional, behavioral, and social challenges while helping children develop the skills needed to succeed at home, in school, and in their communities.

Areas we address 

Anxiety and worry

Depression and sadness

Behavioral concerns

Emotional regulation

Social skills

Family changes and adjustment

School-related challenges 

Self-esteem and confidence

 

For additional information please contact: Megan Miller Clinical Service Director or at 865-483-4385