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Behavioral Health & Developmental Services in Lake Charles
Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority (ImCal HSA) was established by the Louisiana State Legislature to provide comprehensive behavioral health and developmental disability services to residents of Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis parishes. Our mission centers on empowering individuals through personalized care, fostering self-determination, and promoting lives of dignity and contribution. Accredited by CARF International and LegitScript-certified, we maintain rigorous standards in outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, psychiatric care, and developmental support services.Our team of professionals delivers coordinated care for mental health, addiction disorders, and developmental challenges, emphasizing accessibility through flexible appointments and a 24/7 crisis hotline. We actively engage the community through educational initiatives, partnerships, and outreach programs like the Louisiana Bridge Program, ensuring our services evolve with local needs while maintaining fiscal and operational transparency.
Services
Behavioral Health Services
Developmental Disabilities Support
Crisis Intervention
Outpatient Counseling
Psychiatric Evaluations
Intensive Outpatient Treatment
Medical Assessments
Referral Services
Drug Screening
Community Outreach Programs
Highlights and features
- Our CARF-accredited programs ensure treatment quality and accountability
- 24/7 crisis hotline provides immediate mental health support
- Specialized services for five Louisiana parishes' unique community needs
- Integrated approach combining behavioral health and developmental care
- State-mandated authority with legislative oversight for service reliability
Associations and certifications
- CARF International
- LegitScript
Services
Behavioral Health Services
Our Behavioral Health Services provide comprehensive outpatient treatment for mental illness and addiction disorders. Certified by CARF International, we offer individualized care plans combining counseling, medication management, and crisis intervention. Services address substance abuse, gambling addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions for adults and children across five Louisiana parishes.
Developmental Disabilities Support
As the state-designated Single Point of Entry, we coordinate developmental disability services through Louisiana's health department. Our team guides families through application processes while connecting individuals with tailored support systems. Services emphasize community integration, skill development, and long-term care planning aligned with state regulatory standards.
Crisis Intervention
Our 24/7 crisis hotline and rapid response teams address acute mental health emergencies. Certified professionals provide immediate assessment, stabilization, and referral services for psychiatric emergencies. Same-day appointments ensure timely access to care while mobile resources connect individuals with appropriate inpatient or detoxification programs when needed.
Outpatient Counseling
We offer individual, family, and group therapy sessions for mental health and addiction recovery. Our licensed counselors employ evidence-based practices to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders. Flexible scheduling accommodates work and family commitments while maintaining continuity of care through regular progress assessments.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment
Our structured intensive outpatient program addresses severe substance use disorders through comprehensive therapy modules. Participants engage in scheduled treatment sessions while maintaining daily responsibilities. The program combines cognitive behavioral therapy, relapse prevention education, and peer support groups to foster sustainable recovery outcomes.
Questions
What behavioral health services do you offer?
We provide outpatient counseling, psychiatric medication management, crisis intervention, and intensive outpatient treatment for mental health and addiction disorders.
Is your crisis hotline available 24/7?
Yes, our (833) 900-0055 hotline offers immediate mental health support anytime, with same-day appointments available for urgent care needs.
Which Louisiana parishes do you serve?
We serve Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis parishes through multiple service locations and outreach programs.
Are your services CARF accredited?
Yes, all our behavioral health clinics maintain CARF International accreditation for treatment quality and service excellence.
How do developmental disability services work?
As Louisiana's designated Single Point of Entry, we coordinate access to developmental disability supports through the state health department's programs.
