How to Know If Your Loved One Needs Immediate Mental Health Support

When someone you love is suffering, it’s often hard to know what to do—or when it’s time to act. Maybe they’ve withdrawn completely. Maybe they’re saying things that worry you. Maybe you just know something is wrong. At Neurish Wellness, we understand how deeply unsettling this experience can be for family members. Knowing when to seek immediate mental health support can make all the difference in protecting someone you care about—and helping them find a path forward.

For those in a mental health crisis, we offer private, compassionate crisis stabilization at our beautiful El Toro house in Fountain Valley. This level of care is designed for loved ones who need urgent, clinical support in a warm, home-like environment—not a hospital. Below, we’ve put together a guide to help you identify the signs that your loved one may need help right now.

Sometimes, it’s obvious that a person is in crisis. Other times, the signs are quieter but no less serious. If you notice any of the following, it may be time to reach out for mental health services:

• Talking about wanting to die or harm themselves (suicide, attempted suicide)

• Sudden, extreme mood changes or irrational behavior

• Withdrawing from friends, family, or relationships

• Unexplained aggression or intense emotional distress

• Signs of substance abuse, including alcohol or drug misuse

• Psychotic symptoms, such as hearing voices or believing things that aren’t real

• Refusal to eat, signs of eating disorders, or significant weight loss

• Debilitating depression or anxiety that interferes with daily life

• Recent trauma, grief, or loss that they cannot seem to process

If your loved one is exhibiting one or more of these symptoms, it’s critical to involve mental health professionals as soon as possible. Our experienced counselors, psychiatrists, and clinical team are trained to assess and stabilize individuals in immediate need.

Our crisis stabilization program is a short-term, intensive level of care designed to provide rapid relief and set the foundation for long-term treatment. During this time, clients stay at our El Toro residence—a quiet, beautifully designed setting that feels safe, private, and comforting.

At Neurish, persons in crisis receive:

• 24/7 supervision by licensed mental health professionals
• Psychiatric evaluation and medication management
• Daily individual and group therapy
• Nutritious meals, holistic wellness services, and therapeutic activities
• Coordination of long-term treatment options and aftercare planning

This program is ideal for those who are not safe to be at home, but do not need a hospital setting. We also work with many providers, including your insurance company, to make the cost and access to care as seamless as possible.

If you’re concerned about a loved one but not sure whether they’re in active crisis, you can always reach out to one of the following:

• Call us at 866 525 5197 for immediate care

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Offers free, confidential support 24/7

• SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) – Provides national resources and referrals

• Veterans Affairs – Offers specialized mental health services for veterans

• Your local department of behavioral health or community programs

• A trained crisis counselor through immediate crisis counseling or text lines

These services are meant to help you connect, talk, and refer when you’re unsure what the next step should be. And once safety is secured, our team at Neurish can take it from there.

You don’t have to be a psychologist, psychiatrist, or counselor to express concern. You just have to be present. Start by saying:

“I’ve noticed you’ve been struggling lately, and I’m really worried about you.”
“You don’t have to go through this alone. There are people who can help.”
“I found a place that offers confidential, professional support. Can I share it with you?”

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is just open the door.

If your loved one is in crisis—or you’re not sure but something feels wrong—talk to us. Neurish Wellness offers compassionate, expert care for mental illnesses, mental disorders, and complex emotional situations. From the first e-mail or phone call, we’ll walk with you every step of the way.

Because mental health isn’t just about survival. It’s about giving your loved one the chance to heal, grow, and thrive—with dignity.

Contact us today to learn more about crisis stabilization, insurance-covered treatment, and how we can help you navigate this moment with strength and grace.