As a parent dealing with a child in a mental health crisis, Mentallus was a lifesaver for our family. In the beginning of our child’s treatment, I had serious questions and needs almost daily. I found myself dealing with medication side effects and behavior issues and unable to get into appointments or get my questions answered as quickly as I desperately needed.

Working with Angee as our personal care manager gave me daily access to someone who could help. She served as an invaluable liaison between homelife and our scheduled appointments with doctors. It was such a support and relief to be able to call in whenever I needed and get help. I so appreciated the personalized care- she knew me, our family situation and all of our history. I didn’t have to explain the situation to a new person every time I called for help. I didn’t have to wait days for a call back. Because of her years of clinical experience and practice in the field, she is absolutely knowledgeable about medications, side effects, behavioral issues and everything we needed or asked about. She was able to collaborate with our pediatrician and psychiatrist and keep all of us on the same page. Honestly, this service has helped us survive the past months!

I would highly recommend Mentallus to anyone navigating life with a child with behavioral or mental health issues. It has been an invaluable service for me. It feels like a lifeline for parents and caregivers who need help and support at a level beyond regular clinic appointments.

Mentallus is a solution to obvious problems in the way we approach mental health. Where is the best place to get the kind of help I need? How do I make sure our doctor, therapist or teacher collaborate? What does a holistic approach to this problem look like; one that emphasizes wellness rather than brokenness? How can I expect progress in treatment when regular appointments with the provider aren’t possible?

Connecting with a care manager who understands BOTH mental health programs AND our medical systems has been an invaluable resource for the families I have worked with. They get better information, better collaboration, and feel more empowered. Vast scientific research is consistent with my own clinical experience that patients have improved outcomes and shorter treatment duration (and therefore lower overall cost) when supported by a specialized care manager. Highly recommended!

My patients have benefited greatly from care management, and Angee knows how to do it better than anyone. Care management provides families with a map and compass to navigating the complex mental health world. Having clear guidance is especially important for new diagnoses or when traditional approaches have failed. A coordinator with experience like Angee, can provide families with knowledge for next steps, information regarding resources available, expectations for medication management, and details regarding their child’s mental health disorder.

I have used care management under Angee’s direction for mental health disorders with a large number of patients in my practice and I have found it to be of tremendous benefit to the families. Even stronger support for the program is that studies have shown this approach to improve patient outcomes and actually reduce cost to families in the long run.

Navigating mental health resources or a new mental health diagnosis in a child can be overwhelming. In my experience as a pediatrician, I have found that having someone to help guide you through the nuance of therapy, medication, lifestyle changes and the emotional impact on a family that often accompany these experiences can be invaluable. Angee has worked as a nurse specializing in behavioral health and has years of experience. Her care, concern and attention to detail about every aspect of a patient’s life has helped many of my patients get the most out of treatment. Angee’s knowledge and background are an incredible resource for those wanting to maximize the benefits of working with their doctor and therapist. Knowing what to ask or what to expect helps empower families to get what they really need from their medical experience when it comes to mental health. I highly recommend this service!

To have an experienced professional care manager, like Angee, familiar with all aspects of mental health care, who can assist and navigate an often complicated system is invaluable. They function as the “glue” that holds all the pieces of your child’s care team together, resulting in improved outcomes. Angee has the experience and skills to individualize care plans  and connect families with the most appropriate resources for their child. Because she communicates so effectively with families, health care providers, therapists, and schools, she is an excellent advocate to have on your side. I have been very fortunate to collaborate with her in the care of many of my patients, who have greatly valued and appreciated her assistance. I highly recommend families to take advantage of this important service to help guide them on their child’s journey towards optimal mental health.

As a pediatrician, I have seen the continued increased burden mental and behavioral health is playing on children, teens and their care givers. It has become increasingly more complex in navigating the available resources and managing this broad area of medicine. I have seen the benefit care management provides for patients, care givers as well as keeping the various health care staff well connected and communicating. I recommend having a well trained care manager be a part of your healthcare team during ongoing treatment for behavioral and mental health disorders.