Behavioral Health
The Public and Behavioral Health members have services including counseling, support groups, substance use support, medical care and more.
Mental Health Support
Your local community partners and agencies understand that managing stress, decision-making, and self-care after a disaster can be difficult, and finding the time to take care of yourself might feel impossible. But you aren't alone!
We are here to help!
FOR COUNSELING SERVICES:
GULF COAST CENTER
(409) 944-4436
www.gulfcoastcenter.org
FAMILY SERVICE CENTER
GALVESTON: (409) 762-8636
DICKINSON: (281) 576-6366
www.fsc-galveston.org
COASTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS
(409) 938-2234 &
(281) 309-0255
www.coastalhw.org
FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE:
BAY AREA COUNCIL ON DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
1-800-510-3111
www.bacoda.org
GULF COAST CENTER
(800) 643-0967
www.gulfcoastcenter.org
NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS- GULF COAST
(800) 950-6264 https://namigulfcoast.org
Education & Support:
GULF COAST CENTER
(800) 643-0967
www.gulfcoastcenter.org
NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS- GULF COAST(800) 950-6264 https://namigulfcoast.org
FAMILY SERVICE CENTER
GALVESTON: (409) 762-8636
DICKINSON: (281) 576-6366
www.fsc-galveston.org
Common Reactions to a Disaster
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Difficulty making decisions and concentrating
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Loss of interest in usually pleasurable activities
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Feeling like the disaster experience is happening all over again (flashbacks)
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Feelings of numbness, detachment, or withdrawal from others
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Irritability or outbursts of anger
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Difficulty falling or staying asleep
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Reluctance to talk about feelings for fear of burdening others
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Physical symptoms like headaches, stomach-aches or worsening health conditions
Common Reactions Children
Have After a Disaster
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Regressive behaviors can occur such as thumb-sucking or bed-wetting
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Attention-seeking from parents or adults
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A decline in school performance
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Anger, aggression or increased risky behaviors for adolescents/teens
Taking Care of Yourself & Children