Depression/Anxiety

Integrated Mood and Anxiety Program

The Integrated Mood and Anxiety Program (IMAP) is a group-based program that treats men and women suffering from the symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Depression and anxiety are among the most common forms of mental illness. Although it often seems to sufferers as if there is no end in sight, these mood disorders are treatable.

IMAP offers therapeutic assistance to men and women, ages 18 and older, who are suffering from the symptoms of depression and anxiety. This approximate eight week program consists of a comprehensive orientation/assessment period followed by an intensive treatment program.

Target Population:

• Medically stable adults whose level of functioning has been severely impaired by symptoms of depression and/or anxiety
• Men and women who have experienced significant disruptions in their social, occupational, and familial relationships

Admission Criteria:

• Individuals aged 18 and older who experience disruption to normal activities of daily living
• Individuals who are ready to engage in treatment in a group-based program, including a community milieu as a means of activating change

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals manifesting acute psychiatric symptoms such as extreme psychotic behaviour may not benefit from this program

If you are interested in a referral to the program, please have your family physician or other health professional contact Admitting at (519) 767-3550. The admitting office can also answer questions regarding the referral process and waitlist.

For more information about Homewood's Integrated Mood and Anxiety Program, please contact Alison Abdool, Program Co-ordinator, at (519) 824-1010, ext. 2250.