Davis Behavioral Health

Davis Behavioral Health A private, non-profit corporation providing behavioral health services in Davis County.

Davis Behavioral Health provides behavioral health services to residents of Davis County. Unlike other behavioral health providers, Davis Behavioral Health serves people who cannot afford to pay and who otherwise may not receive help. Our Main Street Clinic provides outpatient services to adults, children and families for both mental health and substance use disorders.

Postpartum, your hormones are on a rollercoaster! Understanding what's happening in your body can help you distinguish b...
11/21/2025

Postpartum, your hormones are on a rollercoaster! Understanding what's happening in your body can help you distinguish between expected postpartum changes and signs that warrant professional support.

🧬 What Happens After Birth🧬
🧬 Estrogen and progesterone drop dramatically, sometimes to lower than menopause
🧬 These hormones directly impact mood regulation and energy levels
🧬 Thyroid function can also be affected, mimicking depression symptoms
🧬 Sleep disruption compounds hormonal effects on mood

🧬 Normal Postpartum Mood Changes 🧬
🧬 Emotional sensitivity and tearfulness that comes and goes
🧬 Mood swings that gradually stabilize over the first few months
🧬 Feeling overwhelmed but still able to function and bond with baby
🧬 "Baby blues" affecting up to 80% of new mothers in the first 2 weeks

🧬 When to Seek Professional Help 🧬
🧬 Feeling unable to care for yourself or your baby
🧬 Sleep problems beyond normal newborn disruptions
🧬 Intense sadness or anxiety lasting more than 2 weeks
🧬 Intrusive thoughts about harm coming to you or your baby
🧬 Difficulty bonding with or feeling disconnected from your baby

Your hormones will stabilize, but you don't have to suffer through severe symptoms alone. Professional support can help you navigate this transition more comfortably.

Practice saying 'Let me check my schedule and get back to you' instead of immediately saying yes. This simple phrase cre...
11/18/2025

Practice saying 'Let me check my schedule and get back to you' instead of immediately saying yes. This simple phrase creates space for thinking about what you actually want and need! 📅

Navigating Social Security disability benefits feels like learning a foreign language, but these benefits can provide cr...
11/15/2025

Navigating Social Security disability benefits feels like learning a foreign language, but these benefits can provide crucial financial stability for your child's future.

At our next Parents Support Group meeting, get step-by-step guidance from someone who knows the system and can help you avoid the most common mistakes that delay approval.

What you'll learn:
📋 Application essentials: documentation that actually matters
⏰ Timeline expectations and what happens while you wait
💰 SSI vs. SSDI: which program fits your child's situation
🔄 Appeals process: what to do if you're initially denied
💡 Work incentives that don't jeopardize benefits

When: Thursday, November 20 | 6:30–8:00 PM
Where: 934 South Main Street, Layton
Cost: Free (open to all families, not just DBH clients!)

Contact shannas@dbhutah.org to sign up or ask for more information!

Depression isn't just "feeling sad.” It literally changes how your brain functions! If you’ve ever been told that you’re...
11/13/2025

Depression isn't just "feeling sad.” It literally changes how your brain functions! If you’ve ever been told that you’re just dealing with a mindset issue, read on for validation.

🧠 What Depression Does to Your Brain 🧠
🧠 Reduces activity in areas responsible for mood regulation
🧠 Affects neurotransmitter production and communication
🧠 Can actually shrink certain brain regions over time
🧠 Disrupts the brain's reward and motivation systems

⚡ Why This Matters for Treatment ⚡
⚡ Validates that depression is a real medical condition
⚡ Demonstrates why positive thinking alone isn't enough
⚡ Shows why professional treatment addresses root causes
⚡ Demonstrates why targeted treatments can be so effective

When we understand depression as a neurological condition, it becomes clear why treatments that directly address brain function can offer hope.

Your brain has an amazing capacity for healing and creating new neural pathways, which is why recovery is always possible with the right support.

👉 Learn more about proven ways to deal with depression at the link in the comments.

The choice is yours: invest time in building the life you want now, or spend even more time later managing the consequen...
11/10/2025

The choice is yours: invest time in building the life you want now, or spend even more time later managing the consequences of neglecting your wellbeing. ⏰

Just 15 minutes of walking daily can reduce depression risk by 26%. Small movement creates big changes in brain chemistr...
11/07/2025

Just 15 minutes of walking daily can reduce depression risk by 26%. Small movement creates big changes in brain chemistry. 🚶‍♀️

When your adult child can't or won't make sound medical decisions, knowing your legal options can be the difference betw...
11/07/2025

When your adult child can't or won't make sound medical decisions, knowing your legal options can be the difference between watching helplessly and taking effective action.
During our next Parents Support Group meeting, we’ll break down guardianship, power of attorney and other tools that help parents stay involved in their adult child's care.

What you'll learn:
⚖️ Guardianship vs. power of attorney: which option fits your situation
🏛️ How courts make these decisions and what they consider
🤝 Less restrictive alternatives that still provide protection
📋 The legal process: what it takes and how long it lasts
💰 Costs involved and financial assistance options

When: Thursday, November 13 | 6:30–8:00 PM
Where: 934 South Main Street, Layton
Cost: Free (open to all families, not just DBH clients!)

Contact shannas@dbhutah.org to sign up or ask for more information!

Stress isn't just “part of life.” Chronic stress impacts every system in your body and can have serious long-term health...
11/05/2025

Stress isn't just “part of life.” Chronic stress impacts every system in your body and can have serious long-term health consequences!

So today, on National Stress Awareness Day, let's explore what stress actually does to us and evidence-based ways to manage it effectively:

😟 How Stress Affects Your Body 😟
😟 Triggers inflammation throughout the body
😟 Raises blood pressure and increases risk of heart disease
😟 Weakens the immune system, making you more susceptible to illness
😟 Interferes with digestion and can worsen gastrointestinal issues
😟 Disrupts sleep patterns and affects memory consolidation
😟 Accelerates aging at the cellular level

⚡ Science-Backed Stress Busters ⚡
⚡ Deep breathing exercises soothe your nervous system within minutes
⚡ Adequate sleep (7-9 hours) helps your body recover from daily stressors
⚡ Regular exercise reduces cortisol levels and releases mood-boosting endorphins
⚡ Mindfulness meditation literally changes brain structure to improve stress response
⚡ Social connection releases oxytocin, which counteracts stress hormones
⚡ Time in nature reduces cortisol and lowers blood pressure measurably

Your body is designed to recover from stress when given the right tools and conditions. Small, consistent stress management practices can create significant improvements in both your physical and mental health over time! 🧠

Deciding whether your child needs inpatient psychiatric care is one of the hardest calls a parent can make. Too early fe...
10/31/2025

Deciding whether your child needs inpatient psychiatric care is one of the hardest calls a parent can make. Too early feels like giving up; too late can be dangerous.

During our next Parents Support Group meeting, learn the clinical criteria that guide these decisions and how to advocate for the level of care your child actually needs.

What you'll learn:
⚖️ Voluntary vs. involuntary admission: the key differences
🗓️ Typical length of stays and what determines discharge timing
🔄 Discharge planning: setting your child up for success at home
📊 Clinical criteria: what hospitals look for in admission decisions
📋 How to prepare for an admission (paperwork, personal items, expectations)

When: Thursday, November 6 | 6:30–8:00 PM
Where: 934 South Main Street, Layton
Cost: Free (open to all families, not just DBH clients!)

Contact shannas@dbhutah.org to sign up or ask for more information!

It takes a village to raise a child... but first, you have to build that village. Many new mothers find themselves feeli...
10/30/2025

It takes a village to raise a child... but first, you have to build that village. Many new mothers find themselves feeling isolated and unsure of how to even ask for real support. If that sounds familiar, use the lists below to start planning.

👶 Practical Support You Need👶
👶 Childcare assistance for appointments or rest
👶 Emergency contacts for urgent childcare needs
👶 Help with household tasks and meal preparation
👶 Someone to run errands when you can't leave the house

💗 Emotional Support That Matters💗
💗 Friends who listen without judgment or unsolicited advice
💗 Other mothers who understand what you're experiencing
💗 Family members who validate your feelings
💗 Someone to celebrate small wins with you

🏥 Professional Support Resources 🏥
🏥 Lactation consultants for feeding challenges
🏥 Postpartum support groups in your community
🏥 Online therapy options for accessible mental health care
🏥 Healthcare providers who specialize in maternal mental health

Remember: asking for help isn't weakness. Start small by identifying one person in each category, then gradually expand your network. Your village doesn't have to be huge to be effective!

Sometimes the most important step is simply acknowledging where you are right now. That awareness becomes the foundation...
10/27/2025

Sometimes the most important step is simply acknowledging where you are right now. That awareness becomes the foundation for every positive change that follows. 🌱

If you've tried multiple antidepressants without success, you're definitely not out of options. Treatment-resistant depr...
10/24/2025

If you've tried multiple antidepressants without success, you're definitely not out of options. Treatment-resistant depression affects about 30% of people with depression, and it's not a reflection of personal weakness or failure. 🫂

Here’s what else you should know:
💊 Many people need to try 2-4 different medications before finding relief
🔄 Your brain chemistry is unique - what works for others may not work for you
🌟 New treatment options continue to emerge based on advancing brain research
💪 Seeking alternative treatments shows incredible persistence and self-advocacy
🧠 Some brains respond better to targeted stimulation than chemical interventions

The journey to mental wellness isn't linear, and there's no "one size fits all" solution! If traditional medications haven't worked, it doesn't mean you're treatment-resistant forever. 📅

It might mean your brain responds better to different approaches. Every person's path to healing looks different, and innovative treatments are being researched every day!

Our care providers at Davis Behavioral Health work with those we serve to determine which available treatments are most helpful and effective—for them.

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934 S Main Street
Layton, UT
84041

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18017737060

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Comprehensive and integrated behavioral health services are available for adults, adolescents, and children; our wide range of programs and services allow for specific and appropriate treatment. Davis Behavioral Health works with those seeking treatment for themselves or a loved one, as well as with referring health or mental health professionals. Davis Behavioral Health will not deny services due to inability to pay or on the basis of race, color, s*x, national origin, disability, religion, age or s*xual orientation. Insurance is accepted, including Medicaid and Medicare.