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First mental well-being appointment—an easy step into mental well-being services
If you are not sure what type of help is needed or who to turn to, the first mental well-being appointment offers you practical advice for taking the next steps in figuring out your situation.
Seeking psychological support and going to the first appointment are often the most difficult steps in finding support. Seeking treatment often evokes strong feelings, and the variety of different forms of support may also be confusing. It is also not always clear whether support is needed, what kind of support would suit you best or how the process in general works.
If you are not sure what type of help is needed or who to turn to, the first mental well-being appointment offers you practical advice for taking the next steps in figuring out your situation.
What is the first mental well-being appointment about?
- At the first mental well-being appointment, you will meet a mental well-being professional. At the appointment, you will get to know each other and assess your current situation, identify any symptoms and problems and agree on what topic or theme to work on during the appointment.
- The price of the first mental well-being appointment is EUR 89 (including the Kanta and outpatient fees). You can get an appointment quickly without having to wait or a referral. The appointment can be arranged either in person or as a remote video appointment.
- You will be referred to the right specialist, if necessary. At the first appointment, you will outline your situation together with a professional and make a plan regarding further treatment and, if necessary, the right specialist.
Mental health professional helps you find the right treatment path
The purpose of the first mental well-being appointment is to help take the first steps towards psychological support and step over other thresholds related to starting treatment. At the first mental well-being appointment, you can safely discuss your situation with a mental health professional. At the appointment, you will get to know each other and assess your current situation, identify any symptoms and problems and agree on what topic or theme to work on during the appointment. Anything discussed at the first mental well-being appointment is 100% confidential.
For example, if you are not sure which type of help benefits you most, if you are wondering which is the correct form of therapy for you or if you just want to get a clearer view of your situation or problem, we recommend booking a consultation appointment. The consultation service can also offer psychological first aid in unexpected or upsetting situations. During the consultation, a mental health professional charts your situation and helps you find a suitable treatment path along which to move forward.