Accessing high-quality behavioral health care can be a challenge, especially in rural areas. It is essential for individuals to receive the specific care they need to address their mental health issues. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, located in Torrington, CT., is part of Hartford HealthCare and is committed to expanding and improving its behavioral health services to meet the needs of the communities in northwestern Connecticut.
The hospital offers a wide range of programs and outpatient groups to address various aspects of mental health. These include traditional programs such as partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient groups, as well as groups focused on specific issues like recovering mind and body, relapse prevention, grief and loss, and cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety and depression. There are also specialized groups for different demographics, including young adults, women aged 55 or older, and adult men.
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital’s Behavioral Health Center is the largest provider of behavioral care in Litchfield County, treating around 2,500 patients annually. The center offers group therapy, individual therapy, and medication management for adults. The team of professionals includes clinicians, psychiatrists, advance practice psychiatric nurses, case managers, and others. The hospital website provides information on various behavioral health conditions and useful health tools for individuals seeking help.
Despite being a large provider, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital takes pride in maintaining a sense of community. Cathy Dean, the clinical manager of adult outpatient behavioral health emphasizes the importance of the hospital’s small hospital feel in allowing staff to effectively collaborate with community partners for treatment
