What are the responsibilities of an Approved mental health professional?

The Approved Mental Health Professional has the responsibility to co-ordinate an assessment and demonstrates the principles of the Mental Health Act e.g. the least restrictive principle and the participation principle.

How to find a mental health professional in your area?

The NAMI HelpLine can provide information on how to find various mental health professionals and resources in your area. Please note that we are unable to provide specific recommendations to individual providers as we are unable to speak to the quality of their care.

What do you need to know about mental health professionals in Ireland?

It is important to make sure you are happy with the training and qualifications of any counsellor that you choose. You can check that your counsellor is registered with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). .

What are the different types of mental health professionals?

Licensure & credentials: Licensed nurse in the state where they are practicing. Examples of credentials include, but are not limited to: Primary care physicians and pediatricians can prescribe medication, but you might consider visiting someone who specializes in mental health care.

Can a family doctor help with a mental illness?

People with any mental health condition can see a family doctor about their symptoms. For many people, family doctors are the first point of call for treatment. They can recognize the symptoms of a mental health condition and work closely with other mental health professionals to provide support or treatment.

What to expect from a mental health counselor?

On your first visit, the counselor or the doctor will want to get to know you and why you called him or her. The counselor will want to know– what you think the problem is, about your life, what you do, where you live, with whom you live. It is also common to be asked about your family and friends.