Bridges Healthcare Vermont

The goal of Bridges Healthcare Vermont is to provide intermediary access to intensified outpatient psychiatric services so patients with worsening mental health problems can be seen by a provider rapidly, preventing mental health crises and emergency room visits.

TELEPSYCHIATRY

Things to know:

Telepsychiatry

Bridges Healthcare is exclusively a telemedicine service. Appropriate technology is required (computer, laptop or smart phone, wireless internet or sufficient cell phone minutes for video conferencing, etc.)

A Bridge

Bridges Healthcare is a short-term (1-3 months), intermediary service and patients must be on the waitlist for a long-term mental health provider (A psychiatrist or other provider who will manage your medications long-term).

Engagement

Bridges Healthcare requires active engagement in the form of telephone or video check ins, completion of online assessment measures, use of wellness apps, or other activities as assigned.

Teamwork

When accessing this service, it is also required that you have an established relationship with a Primary Care provider and/or other supportive professionals.

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Get set up for success

Bridges Healthcare Vermont collaborates with Headlamp Health which will gather your historical medical records, track your mood and behaviors, and build your awareness of how these feelings may contribute to your overall health and wellbeing.

Find out more about Headlamp Health

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