Provident Behavioral Health began offering in-person and telehealth psychiatric evaluation and medication management services a little over a year ago. Our current team includes Alexander Davis, Stacy Johnson, and Courtney Wall, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners who are dedicated to providing psychiatric medication management to clients ages 5 and up. “Adding psychiatric services to our menu allows us to offer … Read More
Online Suicide Prevention Course
Provident Behavioral Health offers various community-based suicide prevention training opportunities, as well as an online suicide prevention training course that helps mental health and medical professionals assess and address the needs of people in crisis. The free, online course includes four video segments, quizzes, and a certificate of completion. The course helps these professionals meet new state requirements passed in … Read More
New Office Opens in South County
Provident is pleased to announce the opening of its new offices in South County. The 4,500 square foot space has room for 8 clinicians in 10 offices. It has an expanded waiting area and a fresh look to welcome Provident’s clients. “We are excited to move into this new space, which is a much more comfortable setting for both our … Read More
Access Center Is Available to All
Clients who are experiencing behavioral health challenges want to talk to someone as soon as possible. Provident’s Access Center is staffed by a team of therapists and Master’s level counseling students who are here to help them on the path to feeling better. Fees start at $5. Appointments are available on a first-come, first served bases on Tuesdays and Thursdays. … Read More
Provident Begins Services at Rung
Rung for Women recently held kickoff celebrations for the 120 women chosen to be part of their inaugural cohort. Provident is proud to be among the co-designers of this innovative center, which empowers women to grow and achieve sustained independence through educational, professional, and economic resources. “We have begun providing behavioral health services at the Rung campus and look forward … Read More
We’re Hiring! And We Want Your Help
Look at us grow! Provident continues to expand our team, and we’re always on the lookout for talented people to join us. The best recruiting tool we have is you, our staff. There are numerous positions listed on our website and LinkedIn. We ask that you share with anyone you think would be a good fit with Provident. Want to really get … Read More
Psychiatric Services Adds Third PMHNP
Provident is pleased to welcome Alex Davis as our newest Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He will provide medication management to existing Provident clients as well as referrals. Alex will provide services to children and adolescents at our downtown office. He will also provide Telehealth care to Missouri residents. When asked about his practice, Alex says: “The most fulfilling aspect … Read More
Fox 2 Taps Provident for Special Report
Fox 2 News recently did a special report on an increase in teens self-reporting that they’re struggling with thoughts of suicide. The segments, collectively called “Crisis at Home,” combined the knowledge of suicide prevention experts, schools, therapists, doctors, parents, teachers, and lawmakers to talk about the rising number of teens who have or are willing to take their own lives. … Read More
Young Professionals Elect New Exec Board Members
Congratulations to the new Executive Board of Provident’s Young Professionals: Chris Brammer Fundraising Co-Chair Andrew Eastman Fundraising Co-Chair Laura Farrar Board Development Chair Anne Milne Advocacy Chair Maggie Bauer Provident Staff Liaison Provident Young Professionals Board engages and supports a new generation of St. Louis community leaders through service and advocacy. The Board promotes Provident’s mission … Read More
Teen Mental Health Article in the Post-Dispatch
Provident clinician Alex Richards recently shared her expertise with the St. Louis Post-Dispatch in an article about teen mental health during COVID-19. “One of the biggest things I’ve seen is the challenges brought on by remote learning,” Richards said in the article. She discussed how it requires more self-discipline while students have less structure and social support. She … Read More