Many people know that I am receiving psychological treatment from VCBH. I have taken on the assignment to constructively stipulate how staff can support me with my mental illness.
There are obstacles at any given time that effects staff’s delivery of service. The medication is the exception. Beyond that, I would very much appreciate support, education, and advocacy.
I should admit I need a certain amount of reality checking. I often disclose my judgments with that in mind because I can get at the truth. For feelings though, I would like positive reinforcement and encouragement for bringing out ideas from within. I promise to have good manners and right conduct.
There are rules concerning private information and therapeutic confidentiality. I do not mind some collaboration with board and care staff and community members to promote wellness, comfort, security, and fulfillment.
As for a crisis, or in consideration of staff intervention, it is my personal request the staff only do what is necessary. To arrive at necessary intervention, staff will have to choose lesser restrictive alternatives. The “least restrictive means,” should be acceptable and just.
I have taken on this assignment as a way for me to answer the question, “What can I, as a staff person, do to help you with your mental illness?” Hopefully, I have been constructive, and hopefully that will make you more confident in our future relationship.
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