Why Continuity of Care Matters in Mental Health
By Tannia Salazar, APRN, FNP | Rooted in Serenity Behavioral Health LLC 🌿
Rooted in Care. Grounded in Calm. Focused on Your Healing
When you’ve built trust with a provider, it can feel unsettling if they’re suddenly no longer available. Whether it’s a change in scheduling, a provider moving on, or a practice shift, these transitions can leave people wondering: What happens to my care now?
At Rooted in Serenity Behavioral Health LLC, we believe continuity is one of the cornerstones of healing. Let’s talk about why it matters so much — and how you can navigate changes with confidence.
The Power of Consistency
Mental health treatment isn’t just about medication or therapy sessions. It’s about the steady relationship you build with a provider who listens, supports, and understands your journey.
Consistency builds trust. When you know what to expect, you feel safe opening up.
Consistency improves outcomes. Regular follow-up ensures your medication is effective and side effects are managed.
Consistency reduces stress. You don’t have to repeat your story over and over or worry that something will be missed.
The Emotional Impact of Losing a Provider
A sudden change can stir up feelings of loss, frustration, or anxiety. For some, it may even echo past experiences of instability. That’s why these transitions need to be handled with compassion.
This is where the principles of trauma-informed care come in — creating safety, building trust, and honoring choice. If you haven’t already, you can read more about what that means here 👈
How to Navigate a Transition
If your provider is no longer available, here are a few practical steps you can take:
Request your records. Having a copy ensures your next provider has a clear picture of your history.
Confirm medication refills. Make sure you won’t run out while you search for a new prescriber.
Ask questions early. When meeting someone new, ask how they approach continuity of care and how they’ll support you during the transition.
Rooted in Serenity’s Approach
We know these transitions can be stressful. That’s why we’re committed to:
Seamless continuity of care. We work with you to ensure a smooth handoff, whether you’re transferring from another practice or starting fresh.
Accessible support. Through telehealth, you can continue care from the comfort of home anywhere in Connecticut.
Compassionate, patient-centered care. Our philosophy is simple: Rooted in Care. Grounded in Calm. Focused on Your Healing.
You Deserve Steady Support
A change in providers doesn’t mean starting over. With the right support, you can continue your progress — sometimes with a fresh perspective that even adds to your growth.
At Rooted in Serenity, we’re here to ensure you don’t lose momentum on your journey. If you’re seeking continuity of care, we’re currently accepting new patients.We
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🌿 Tannia Salazar, APRN, Founder ofRooted in Serenity Behavioral Health LLC, offering telepsychiatry services across Connecticut for adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and more.
