Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services
24/7 crisis support when you need it most
Emergency Psychiatric Care
The Psychiatric Emergency Services Center provides emergency psychiatric services to people who are no longer able to cope effectively due to experiencing a traumatic event, exacerbation of an existing mental illness or disruption in daily living due to other circumstances influenced by a mental health issue.
This unit assists individuals and their families in identifying stressors, exploring conditions related to their current situation and discovering means for bringing about change and improved functioning. There directive is to assess and recommend treatment in the least restrictive environment that will maintain the patient's safety. When the clinical presentation includes behaviors that are deemed dangerous to self or others the patient is evaluated for admission. If their judgment is intact they can consent to a voluntary admission. When the person meets the criteria for involuntary admission the protocols detailed in NJAC 10:31 are followed.
Services of the Unit Include
Psychiatric Assessment
Comprehensive evaluations by experienced psychiatric professionals
Psychiatric Consultation
Expert guidance and treatment recommendations
24/7/365 Hotline
Round-the-clock crisis support available every day of the year
Crisis Intervention
Crisis intervention for adults and children (under the age of 18)
E-CAPS Services
Emergency Children and Adolescents Psychiatric Services
Victims of Crime Services
Services for Victims of Crime or Psychological Trauma
Inpatient Referral
Referral to Mental Health Care Inpatient Unit when needed
Initial Crisis Counseling
Initial crisis counseling for problems such as personal, family, interpersonal relationships, sexual dysfunction, child/elder abuse, eating disorders, domestic conflict parent/child problems, etc.
Crisis Hotline
Our hotline is staffed 24/7/365 by mental health professionals. They provide verbal de-escalation, assess for dangerousness, and conduct onsite evaluations.
Need Help Now?
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all residents of Essex County
(973) 266-4478Hours of Operation & Contact
We're here for you around the clock.
Hours of Operation
24 hours a day
7 days a week
Phone
Service Area
All residents of Essex County
You Are Not Alone
Our psychiatric emergency services team is available 24/7 to provide the support you need. Don't hesitate to reach out.