Psychological Services in Florida Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Compassionate mental health support integrated into your medical care, helping you navigate emotional challenges during recovery and rehabilitation
Mental health is health. At Avante Centers, we recognize that emotional wellbeing is inseparable from physical recovery. Our licensed psychological services provide compassionate, trauma-informed support for residents facing depression, anxiety, adjustment challenges, grief, and behavioral concerns during their skilled nursing and rehabilitation journey.
Serious illness, hospitalization, functional decline, and placement in a care facility can trigger profound emotional distress. Many residents experience depression, anxiety, grief over lost independence, or difficulty adjusting to their new reality. Without psychological support, these emotional challenges can impede physical recovery, reduce quality of life, and complicate medical care.
Our psychological services are fully integrated into your interdisciplinary care plan, working alongside physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers to address the whole person—not just the diagnosis. We provide individual counseling, family support, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to the unique needs of older adults and medically complex residents.
Our Psychological Services
Comprehensive mental health support delivered by licensed professionals trained in geriatric psychology and medical settings
Individual Counseling
One-on-one therapeutic support addressing depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and emotional challenges during recovery and rehabilitation.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Evidence-based interventions to help residents develop coping strategies, manage symptoms, and improve emotional wellbeing during their care journey.
Family Counseling
Supportive sessions for families navigating difficult transitions, care decisions, and emotional challenges related to their loved one's health.
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive evaluations to identify mental health needs, cognitive function, and behavioral concerns to inform personalized care planning.
Crisis Intervention
Immediate psychological support during acute emotional distress, behavioral emergencies, or significant life transitions requiring urgent attention.
Medication Management Support
Collaborative monitoring and support for residents receiving psychiatric medications, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes and quality of life.
Conditions We Address
Specialized psychological support for the emotional and behavioral challenges common in skilled nursing and rehabilitation settings
Depression and Anxiety
Therapeutic support for residents experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, or emotional distress during illness, recovery, or life transitions.
Adjustment Disorders
Counseling for residents struggling to adapt to new health conditions, functional limitations, or placement in a care facility.
Post-Traumatic Stress
Trauma-informed care for residents with PTSD, past trauma, or distress related to medical events, hospitalization, or life-threatening illness.
Grief and Loss
Compassionate support for residents processing loss of independence, health decline, bereavement, or anticipatory grief.
Behavioral Concerns
Assessment and intervention for behavioral symptoms related to dementia, delirium, brain injury, or psychiatric conditions.
Chronic Pain Psychology
Psychological strategies to help residents cope with chronic pain, reduce suffering, and improve quality of life through mind-body approaches.
Comprehensive Psychological Assessment
Every resident receives a thorough psychological evaluation to identify mental health needs, cognitive function, coping abilities, and behavioral concerns. This assessment informs your personalized care plan and ensures appropriate interventions.
Clinical Interview
In-depth conversation to understand your emotional state, history, and current concerns
Standardized Screening
Validated tools to assess depression, anxiety, cognitive function, and behavioral symptoms
Care Plan Integration
Findings shared with your care team to coordinate holistic, person-centered treatment
Ongoing Monitoring
Regular reassessment to track progress and adjust interventions as needs evolve
Trauma-Informed, Person-Centered Counseling
Our psychological services are grounded in trauma-informed care principles, recognizing that many residents have experienced medical trauma, loss, or past adversity. We create a safe, respectful therapeutic environment where you are heard, validated, and empowered.
Safety and Trust
Building a therapeutic relationship based on respect, confidentiality, and emotional safety
Individualized Approach
Tailoring interventions to your unique history, values, preferences, and goals
Evidence-Based Therapies
Utilizing proven interventions including CBT, supportive therapy, and grief counseling
Family Involvement
Including loved ones in the healing process when appropriate and desired
Integrated Care Coordination
Psychological services at Avante Centers are not siloed—they are fully integrated into your interdisciplinary care team. Our psychologists collaborate daily with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and dietitians to ensure your mental health needs are addressed alongside your medical treatment.
Collaborative Care Model
Regular team meetings, shared documentation, and coordinated interventions ensure everyone is working toward your recovery and wellbeing goals.
Medical-Psychological Integration
Addressing how physical health impacts mental health and vice versa—recognizing that pain, medication, sleep, and emotional state are interconnected.
Who Benefits from Psychological Services?
Our psychological services support residents across all care levels and diagnoses
Post-Hospital Recovery
Residents adjusting to new limitations, processing medical trauma, or struggling with depression after hospitalization
Neurological Conditions
Stroke, brain injury, or dementia patients experiencing behavioral changes, emotional lability, or cognitive decline
Chronic Pain
Residents with persistent pain who need psychological strategies to cope, reduce suffering, and improve quality of life
End-of-Life Care
Palliative and hospice residents needing support for grief, existential distress, or emotional preparation
Complementary Services
Psychological services work alongside our full range of skilled nursing and rehabilitation programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Are psychological services covered by insurance?
Yes. Psychological services provided in skilled nursing facilities are typically covered by Medicare Part A when medically necessary and ordered by a physician. Our admissions team will verify your specific coverage and benefits.
Is counseling confidential?
Yes. All psychological services are confidential and protected by HIPAA and professional ethics standards. Information is only shared with your care team on a need-to-know basis to coordinate treatment, and with your consent.
How often will I see the psychologist?
Frequency depends on your individual needs and care plan. Some residents benefit from weekly sessions, while others may need more or less frequent support. Your psychologist will work with you and your care team to determine the appropriate schedule.
Can family members participate in counseling?
Absolutely. Family involvement is encouraged when appropriate and desired by the resident. We offer family counseling sessions to help loved ones navigate difficult emotions, improve communication, and support the resident's recovery.
What if I need psychiatric medication?
Our psychologists work closely with your physician and psychiatrist to coordinate medication management. While psychologists provide therapy and counseling, psychiatric medications are prescribed and monitored by your medical team with psychological input.
Your Mental Health Matters
Compassionate psychological support is available at all Avante Centers locations across Florida. Let us help you navigate the emotional challenges of recovery with dignity and hope.