Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Behavioral Health - Essex Counseling Center

Essex Counseling Center is part of Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Behavioral Health, which provides community based mental health, substance abuse and intellectual disability services. They support individuals experiencing mental illness, substance use disorder, and developmental disabilities through prevention, early intervention, and recovery focused programs. Their services are designed to help individuals achieve personal goals, including support for those experiencing both mental health and substance use challenges.

Direct Access to Assessment and Crisis Response

Essex Counseling Center provides Same Day Access for behavioral health screening and assessment without a scheduled appointment. They offer crisis services that include a twenty four hour crisis line and emergency services for individuals experiencing acute distress or dysfunction. Services also include outpatient substance use disorder treatment, intensive outpatient services, and services for individuals with opioid addiction, who are identified as a priority population for timely access to care.

Coordinated Care Through Family and Support Services

Essex Counseling Center provides screening and assessment to determine service needs and connect individuals to appropriate care. They offer outpatient counseling for children, adolescents, and families, along with case management and peer recovery services. These services support individuals in accessing community resources and maintaining engagement in care, while also providing family focused support to address the needs of both individuals and their support systems.