Crisis Intervention

Crisis Intervention refers to immediate, short-term support provided during a mental health emergency, such as severe emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a psychotic episode. These situations can arise from various triggers—trauma, overwhelming stress, or worsening psychiatric conditions. At Nucleus Psychiatry Medical Inc., our crisis intervention services are designed to stabilize, support, and guide you or your loved one toward safety and recovery.

Key Symptoms

Overwhelming Emotional Distress

Intense feelings of panic, despair, or anger that feel uncontrollable and disrupt normal functioning.

Thoughts of Harm

Persistent thoughts of self-harm, suicide, or harm to others, often paired with a sense of hopelessness.

Disconnection from Reality

Experiencing hallucinations, delusions, or confusion that signal a break from typical thinking patterns.

When to Meet the Clinic?

You or someone you know expresses suicidal thoughts or plans.
Emotions escalate to a point where safety is at risk (e.g., aggression, self-injury).
Symptoms like paranoia or hallucinations emerge suddenly or worsen rapidly.
You feel unable to cope and need urgent help to regain stability.

Note: If it’s after hours or an immediate emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For non-immediate crises, contact us right away.

Benefits of Coming to the Clinic

Rapid Response: Receive prompt care to de-escalate the crisis and ensure safety.
Expert Stabilization: Work with trained psychiatrists who can assess and manage acute symptoms effectively.
Clear Next Steps: Get a plan for follow-up care, whether it’s therapy, medication, or ongoing support.
Compassionate Environment: Find a safe, non-judgmental space to address your immediate needs.

What qualifies as a mental health crisis?

Any situation where someone’s mental state poses an immediate risk to their safety or others’, or severely impairs their ability to function.

How quickly can I be seen?

We prioritize crisis cases and aim to see you as soon as possible—call us directly for urgent scheduling.

Will I be hospitalized?

Not always. We focus on stabilization first; hospitalization is only recommended if safety can’t be maintained otherwise.

Can family members get involved?

Yes, with your consent, we can include loved ones to provide support and coordinate care.

What happens after the crisis?

We’ll create a follow-up plan to address underlying issues and prevent future crises.