Behavioral Health
Everyone faces challenges. Whether it’s stress from work or family, a life-long condition or the results of our own actions, life can seem cruel. When dealing with every day situations becomes overwhelming, or prevents you from enjoying life, it may be time to seek medical care. Emotional pain is real and deserves the same level of professional care as physical pain. The physicians and staff of St. Joseph Behavioral Health and the Lutheran Health Network have dedicated themselves to helping people achieve a quality of life in which they can take comfort.
The first step is to ask for help—whether for yourself or someone you love. We’re here 24/7. Call us today at 260-425-3606 or (800) 694-9034.
Mental Health Professionals
Are you interested in receiving periodic communication from St. Joseph Behavioral Health/Generations regarding events, healthcare updates and related information of interest? Call 260-425-3642 to learn more. |
St. Joseph Behavioral Health is the mental health team of the Lutheran Health Network.
St. Joseph Behavioral Health and the Generations assessment team are available 24/7 to respond to calls or walk-in inquiries regarding adults 18 and older. Free, confidential assessments can be scheduled at any time to identify problems and make recommendations for the appropriate level of care at St. Joseph Behavioral Health or with other community resources. If admission is indicated, a psychiatrist will admit the patient a family physician referral is not necessary. However, if admitted, any involved physician is encouraged to participate in the patient's treatment. For patients in a long-term care or assisted living facility, phone assessments can be done to determine criteria for admission.
St. Joseph Behavioral Health is lead by Bryan E. Flueckiger, MD (Medical Director) and Ronald Pancner, MD (Associate Medical Director of substance abuse).