Paving a path for PROGRESS
Psychiatrist Shannon Kinnan, MD, sees patients at the OneWorld Livestock Exchange Health Campus.
Behavioral health care transforms lives
About a year ago Jacob* began behavioral health treatment at OneWorld, following a pattern of impulsive behaviors and unhealthy relationships. Sometimes the behaviors were hostile or violent, leading to interactions with the police. Fortunately, thanks to caring interventions from
Jacob as a patient, said he wasn’t so fond of therapy at first. But over time, he became more willing to engage in therapy as he built a relationship with Swain and psychiatrist Shannon Kinnan, MD. Diagnosed with autism as well as a mood disorder, Jacob has noticed a difference in how he feels these days. “He said, in his own words, that therapy and medication have helped him be less angry and less violent,” Swain said, sharing with Jacob’s permission. “It’s allowed him to push himself to be around people and to not feel so anxious.” For Swain, it’s important to reiterate that help is available for people
OneWorld providers, Jacob’s life has taken a turn for the better. Traditional Behavioral Health Therapist Brittney Swain, LIMHP, CPC, LADC, who sees
Brittany Swain, LIMHP, CPC, LADC Traditional Behavioral Health Therapist
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