Altahir Behavioral Health

07/15/2025

🎒📚 Back to School Season is Here! 📚🎒

As you're stocking up on backpacks, binders, and pencils... don’t forget the Medication Authorization Forms! 📝✅
Most schools, daycares, and programs require provider-signed forms for your child to receive medications during the school day.

📌 Back-to-School To-Do List:
☑️ Schedule follow-up appointments
☑️ Request med changes (if needed)
☑️ Submit medication authorization & accommodations forms
☑️ Refill prescriptions

🏫 Our experienced providers support children and teens with:
🧠 ADHD | 😟 Anxiety | 😢 Depression | 🧩 Autism | 😠 Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD)

Set your child up for success this school year with the right tools in their mental health toolbox! 🧰🌟

📍 Altahir Behavioral Health
239 Garrisonville Road, Suite #201
Stafford, VA 22554

📞 703.373.7338 | 📠 703.468.1381
📧 info@altahirbehavioralhealth.net

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07/05/2025

July is full of opportunities to connect, learn, and engage with our community both virtually and in person. From practical trainings to meaningful conversations, there's something for everyone.

Explore the calendar and register for upcoming events at https://thearcofnova.org/events/month/

We look forward to seeing you there!

07/05/2025

🧠✨ July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month ✨🧠

This month, we’re shining a spotlight on the unique mental health challenges faced by racial and ethnic minority communities:

• In 2020, fewer than 1 in 2 Black adults received mental health care 🧍‍♂️🧍‍♀️

• In 2018, Asian Americans were 60% less likely to get mental health treatment than non-Hispanic Whites 🇨🇳🇰🇷
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Barriers such as lack of insurance, poor access to care, and cultural stigma continue to prevent too many from getting help .

Did you know?
✔️ “Mental health includes emotional, mental, and social well‑being … it affects how you act, manage stress, and make choices.”

✔️ Anxiety disorders are twice as likely to occur in women than men, yet less than 37% of those affected receive treatment

How You Can Make a Difference 🌟
🔹 Talk openly about mental health—your voice helps break stigma
🔹 Learn the warning signs: sadness, withdrawal, appetite/sleep changes
🔹 Share trusted resources: call or text 988 anytime you need support

Together, we can help ensure equitable access to mental health care for all — this July and beyond 💪❤️

For more information: https://www.fda.gov/consumers/knowledge-and-news-women-owh-blog/national-minority-mental-health-awareness-month

07/03/2025

"Dr Altahir is a great doctor. His staff does everything they can possibly do to get you the help that you need.I could not ask for a better team of doctors .I recommend that if you need help with a family member or your child ,i recommend him and his team.They will provide you with excellent care and the support you need for your family." says alberta on Google

★★★★★ Dr Altahir is a great doctor. His staff does everything they can possibly do to get you the help that you need.I could not ask for a better team of doctors .I recommend that if you need help with a family member or your child ,i recommend him and his team.They will provide you with e...

06/23/2025

🎆 Happy Independence Day from Altahir Behavioral Health! 🇺🇸

In observance of the Fourth of July, our offices will be closed on Friday, 07/04/25. Many of our providers will be out of town for the long weekend, so please be sure to:

📅 Schedule follow-up appointments
💊 Request medication refills
by Thursday, 07/03/25

We hope you have a safe, joyful, and restful holiday! ❤️🤍💙

06/23/2025

✨ Belated Happy Juneteenth from Altahir Behavioral Health! ✨

On June 19, 1865 — over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation — enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom. 🇺🇸🕊️

Juneteenth marks the true end of slavery in the U.S. and celebrates Black freedom, resilience, and culture. Though belated, we honor this powerful moment in history and continue to stand for equity, healing, and justice. 🖤❤️💚

06/16/2025

"Elaine is very thorough and warm" says Lealav on Google

★★★★★ Elaine is very thorough and warm

06/13/2025

"Amazing place, everyone is very helpful" says Jonathan on Google

★★★★★ Amazing place, everyone is very helpful

06/12/2025

"They always do such a great job!" says Nicole on Google

★★★★★ They always do such a great job!

06/11/2025

"Helpful and efficient" says Iris on Google

★★★★★ Helpful and efficient

06/09/2025

A study showed 83% of patients experienced symptom improvement and 62% achieved remission.*

NeuroStar TMS therapy isn't just about statistics—it's about brighter days, renewed hope, and real change for people living with depression. 🌟

Ready to start your journey toward feeling better? Schedule a consultation to learn more.







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*Source: Sackeim HA, et al. (2020). J Affective Disorders, 277(12):65-74.

06/03/2025

🌟 Struggling with depression or OCD that hasn’t improved with medication? There’s hope — and it’s here at Altahir Behavioral Health. 🌿
✨ TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is an FDA-approved, non-invasive, medication-free treatment proven to help individuals with treatment-resistant depression and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). It’s now approved for adolescents 15 and older for depression!

🔬 How TMS Works:
TMS uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain responsible for mood regulation. Sessions are done while you’re awake and seated — no sedation or downtime needed!

📅 Treatment Overview:
✅ Daily sessions (Monday–Friday)
✅ 6–8 weeks of treatment (typically 30–36 sessions)
✅ Each session lasts ~20 minutes
✅ Completely outpatient and back to daily activities right after!

💡 Why TMS?
✅ FDA-approved
✅ Proven effective for treatment-resistant cases
✅ Non-invasive and medication-free
✅ Covered by most major insurance plans, including Virginia Medicaid (no out-of-pocket costs for Medicaid members who qualify)

📈 Did You Know?
Over 60% of patients with treatment-resistant depression experience significant symptom relief with TMS — and many achieve full remission! 🙌

⚠️ Mild Side Effects May Include:
• Scalp discomfort or headache during/after session (usually mild and short-term)

📞 Ready to learn more?
📍 Contact Altahir Behavioral Health today to see if TMS is right for you!
📱 Call: (703)-373-7338
🌐 Visit: www.altahirbehavioralhealth.net
📍 We’re accepting referrals now — ask your provider or reach out to us directly.
🚨 Spots are limited – don’t wait!