When searching for a mental health treatment center, clients and their families often wonder if the facility offers the services it claims to provide. Licenses and accreditation offer a verification from 3rd-party firms and agencies outside the facility so that you know they provide the most up-to-date and effective services.
Time Wellness Centers are proud to offer licensed and accredited treatment services in Arkansas. Contact us today to begin mental health treatment.
What Is the Difference Between Licensure and Accreditation?
The primary difference between licensure and accreditation is the agency setting the guidelines.
Licenses are provided by local or state governments. In order to operate as a healthcare facility, treatment centers—including mental health services—must obtain a license to operate from the state or, in some cases, local government. States set standards for client care, facility safety, staff qualifications, and other key areas.
However, accreditations are awarded to facilities that adhere to guidelines set by 3rd-party firms.
Third-party accreditation firms set their own guidelines and standards—oftentimes, these guidelines are more rigorous than government guidelines. On the other hand, some states require accreditation from a trusted 3rd-party firm as a part of the licensing process.
Time Wellness Centers in Arkansas is both licensed by the state of Arkansas and accredited by The Joint Commission. We are also listed on Psychology Today—another validation of our credentials and services.
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What Is The Joint Commission?
The Joint Commission is one of the most trusted and well-known 3rd-party healthcare accreditation firms in the United States.
The Joint Commission offers its Gold Seal of Approval to treatment centers and providers who adhere to their strict guidelines and standards. In order to earn this seal, a treatment provider must be compliant with state and federal laws, provide evidence-based treatments, hire qualified professionals, respect client privacy, and follow additional guidelines set by the Joint Commission.
What Is Psychology Today?
Psychology Today is a behavioral health magazine and the world’s largest online portal to mental health treatment professionals.
Having a listing on Psychology Today means that a provider offers the services they claim to offer. Our listing here is another type of vetting to verify that we provide high-quality mental health treatment in Arkansas.
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If you or a loved one need mental health treatment in Arkansas, Time Wellness is here to help. Contact us today to get started.