Bridging the Gap Between Crisis and Continued Care
We provide short-term stabilization services that ensure individuals receive timely support and seamless transition to long-term providers.
A Structured Level-of-Care Model
EMHS operates within the behavioral health continuum, supporting appropriate placement and coordinated transitions between levels of care. Services are delivered within a structured, supervised model aligned with established behavioral health standards and level-of-care guidelines. Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed behavioral health clinicians, psychiatric providers, peer support specialists, and care coordinators working together to support stabilization and appropriate transitions. We begin with triage and intake screening to determine clinical appropriateness for Crisis-Lite services. If a different level of care is indicated, we coordinate connection through established community pathways.
How to Get Help
REFER A CLIENT
For providers, hospitals, and community partners.
START INTAKE
Confidential triage and clinical screening.
Crisis-Lite Care Is:
- Short-term and voluntary
- Stabilization-focused
- Clinically screened for appropriateness
- Coordinated across services
Crisis-Lite Care Is Not:
- Emergency services
- Inpatient hospitalization
- Involuntary treatment
- Long-term outpatient therapy
EMHS provides non-acute stabilization within clearly defined scope.
Triage and Clinical Screening
We assess safety, clinical appropriateness, and level-of-care needs.
Coordinated Stabilization
Short-term services support emotional regulation, practical problem-solving, and stability.
Transition Planning
When appropriate, individuals are connected to outpatient providers, psychiatric services, substance use treatment, community resources, or higher levels of care.
Crisis-Lite care serves as a bridge — not a replacement for ongoing treatment or hospital services.
Coordinated Crisis-Lite Services
Services are determined through intake and clinical screening and may include:
- Crisis-Lite Groups
- Crisis-Lite Counseling
- Peer Support Services
- Case Management and Resource Navigation
- Psychiatric Assessment and Medication Evaluation
- Transportation Support (when eligible)
Services are combined based on clinical appropriateness, safety considerations, and service capacity. No single service functions independently.
Who Crisis-Lite Care May Be For
Crisis-Lite care may be appropriate for adults who:
- Are experiencing emotional distress or instability
- Do not require emergency or inpatient care
- Are voluntary and able to participate
- Would benefit from structured, short-term stabilization
Crisis-Lite services are not appropriate for individuals who:
- Require emergency medical or psychiatric intervention
- Are in immediate danger to themselves or others
- Require inpatient or involuntary treatment
- Are seeking long-term outpatient therapy
Admission is based on clinical appropriateness, safety considerations, and service capacity.
When higher levels of care are needed, we coordinate referral through established community pathways.
Insurance and Access
EMHS works with AHCCCS and other insurance plans.
Coverage and eligibility are reviewed during intake screening.
Access to services is based on clinical appropriateness and program capacity.
A Referral Option for Non-Acute Stabilization
EMHS collaborates with healthcare providers, hospitals, discharge planners, community organizations, and justice-related programs to support appropriate placement within the behavioral health continuum. Referrals begin with triage and intake screening. Acceptance is based on clinical appropriateness, safety considerations, and service capacity. We support coordinated transitions while maintaining clear scope boundaries.
Why Refer To EMHS
Structured Level of Care Screening
Every referral begins with clinical triage to ensure appropriate placement and safe alignment within the continuum of care.
Coordinated Stabilization Model
Our multidisciplinary team delivers short-term, stabilization-focused services designed to reduce emotional intensity and support functional stability.
Clear Transition Planning
We provide coordinated handoffs to outpatient providers, psychiatric services, substance use programs, or higher levels of care when clinically indicated.
EMHS strengthens system capacity by providing structured, non-acute stabilization within clearly defined service boundaries.