AMHC - Ellsworth Outpatient

After an isolated Middle East duty tour with the US Navy I developed PTSD. Over the years this developed into depression anxiety and insomnia. The VA has been a big help in treating these conditions but I felt I needed a second opinion in regard to medications that may help me.I referred myself into the community to see if AMHC could help. There I met Jennifer and Jessica and was enrolled in an CCBHC Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic grant program which designates certain clinics and provides a comprehensive range of substance abuse and mental health services.After registration I was assigned to Doctor Deerfield a psychiatrist and medication specialist. A few days later I notified my VA mental health nurse and expressed that I would like to stay with Doctor Deerfield exclusively and that was noted and respected by the VA.After the first visit with Doctor Deerfield I realized she had wonderful energy. Her calm presence and knowledge made it easy to speak with her. Doctor Deerfield offered an abundance of verbal support and information regarding medications and offered a new medication. I feel I am making progress towards feeling better and healthier. I am keeping a log of how the medication is working each night so I can review it with the doctor on my follow-up visit. I feel confident with the knowledge and experience Dr. Deerfield has to offer. I made a good decision following up with Aroostook Mental Health and Counseling.I would like to send a special thank you to Sharon Carroll for the excellent and productive meeting today 11322 regarding the situations that I am experiencing. The counselors and clinicians at AMHC are compassionate. personable knowledgeable and professional. Our conversation was relevant and encouraging. Sharon asked powerful and constructive questions that helped bring clarity to my situation as she shared her wisdom and insight. Sharon as well as Doctor Deerfield displayed a calm presence diverse knowledge and a heart-centered awareness towards my diagnosis. I felt connected and supported through our first video conference and look forward to eventually meeting Sharon in person at some point in the near future. Thanks again AMHC and Sharon for your care and concern.