It is the mission of Washington County Psychotherapy Associates, P.A. to improve the quality of life of the individuals it serves by providing to those individuals the highest quality of mental health, substance abuse and related services.  The provision of these services are based on an adequate level of personnel and financial resources to implement quality programming and the following principles: 

That each individual is entitled...
1.) to be treated with dignity and respect in all situations
2.) to be provided service in the least restrictive setting possible,
3.) to be assisted in maintaining continuity in their relationships and lives,
4.) to be fully involved and informed in the process of receiving these services,
5.) to be assisted in maintaining their individual rights of choice and confidentially,
6.) to be assisted in ways that recognize and optimize their individual assets and strengths. 

All age groups may be served depending upon the goals of each individual program.

All services are provided to individuals without respect to race, gender, creed or religion.  Wherever appropriate, special considerations are given to the cultural backgrounds of ethnic groups.  In general WCPA, PA provides services to residents of Washington, Hancock, Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties.

In the case where an individual receiving services has multiple needs or diagnoses, every effort is made to address all issues within the treatment plan through consultation with involved professionals.  When appropriate services cannot be provided within WCPA, PA or through coordination with community professionals, referrals are made to the nearest appropriate resources.

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This mission statement is reviewed annually in May by the Board of Directors to ensure that it is an accurate statement of the association's purpose and that the plan of operation agrees with the mission statement.