Self-Care After Your Mental Health Visit
Taking care of yourself after a therapy or psychiatric session is just as important as the visit itself. Here's how you can support your mental and emotional well-being:
šæ 1. Rest and Recharge
Allow yourself time to process what was discussed. Take a quiet walk, lie down, or do something calming. Mental health work takes energy.
š§š½ 2. Practice Deep Breathing or Grounding
Try a few minutes of slow breathing or grounding exercises like:
Naming 5 things you can see
4 things you can touch
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste
š 3. Journal or Reflect
Writing down your thoughts can help you understand and release them. You don't need to be a writerājust be honest.
š 4. Take Your Medications as Prescribed
If you're on medication, stay consistent. Contact us if you have side effects or questions.
š¤ 5. Reach Out if You Need Support
You are never alone. Reach out to us if you feel overwhelmed.
š In Case of Crisis
If you feel unsafe or in danger, please seek immediate help:
Call 911 for emergencies
Dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7)
Text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line
Ā Understanding Your Medications
š Understanding Your Medications
If you were prescribed medication during your visit, it's important to know what it does and how to take it safely. Here's a guide to help:
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š§ 1. What Psychiatric Medications Do
Medications can help manage symptoms of:
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar disorder
Psychosis
ADHD and more
They donāt change who you areāthey support your brainās balance so you can feel more in control.
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2. Be Consistent
Take your medications every day, at the same time.
Donāt stop abruptlyāeven if you feel better.
Set a reminder or use a pill organizer.
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ā ļø 3. Know the Side Effects
Some side effects are common in the first few weeks. These may include:
Drowsiness or restlessness
Upset stomach
Headaches
Mood shifts
Most go away as your body adjusts. If anything feels severe or scary, call us immediately.
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ā 4. Ask Questions
You have the right to know:
What the medication is for
How long it takes to work
What to expect
Weāre here to answer any questionsāthere are no wrong questions when it comes to your health.
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š Keep Medications Safe
Store them in a cool, dry place
Keep away from children and pets
Never share your medication with others
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š¬ Need help or have questions?
Call us at (410) 988-2655
Visit: www.blessomhc.com/contact
š¶āāļø Next Steps in Your Care
Your visit is just the beginning. Healing happens between sessions too ā hereās how to stay on track:
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šļø 1. Attend Your Scheduled Sessions
Staying consistent with therapy, psychiatric care, or PRP helps build momentum toward your goals.
If you need to reschedule, just contact us ahead of time.
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š 2. Complete Your Homework or Goals
If you were given coping tools, worksheets, or journaling tasks ā try to complete them.
These are designed to help you process things at your own pace.
