Specialty services include Psychopharmacology, Neurocare of Maine, and Consultation Services. The treatment team consists of highly qualified psychiatrists, psychologists, neurologists, clinicians, clinical nurse specialists, and an experienced support staff. For people in crisis, Consultation Services provide emergency evaluation and assessment. After an initial evaluation, performed at The Acadia Hospital or Eastern Maine Medical Center's Emergency Department, individuals are referred to the least restrictive level of care at The Acadia Hospital or to another mental health care provider. Most clients are referred from another service of The Acadia Hospital or by a family doctor or therapist.
Treatment entails thorough evaluation followed by careful monitoring and follow-up visits.
Medication management is coordinated by a clinical nurse specialist working together with a psychiatrist and the referral source as a team. For clients who use Clozaril, we offer weekly monitoring and psychotherapy for both clients and family members. Neurocare of Maine offers onsite outpatient evaluation and treatment for neurological disorders and disorders associated with head injury. Many of our neurology clients are referred from one of our inpatient units or through Consultation Services. Our treatment programs are practical, short-term and solution focused.