Admissions
Learn more about the admissions process at Wyoming Behavioral Institute and what to expect.
What to Expect During the Admissions Process
Wyoming Behavioral Institute provides confidential level-of-care assessments 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All mental health admissions are based on clinical necessity. We cannot offer diagnosis, counseling or recommendations online, but an admissions coordinator is available at 800-457-9312.
When you enter the admission area, you will be greeted by an admissions coordinator, nurse or therapist who will explain the admission process and inform you of items allowed on the unit. Visitors have a separate waiting area. Please be prepared to spend 30 to 60 minutes completing initial paperwork. Patients will be seen by their psychiatrist within 24 hours of admission.
To learn more about what you need to bring to the admissions process, refer to our frequently asked questions.
Wyoming Behavioral Institute Services
Willy Tophia, R.N., is a Wyoming native who has dedicated his professional career to the care of others, and particularly special populations. Willy works collaboratively with hospitals, mental health professionals, people in crisis and their families to facilitate timely access to inpatient and residential care at Wyoming Behavioral Institute. He began his career at WBI in 1994, caring for patients as a licensed professional nurse. In 1997, he moved into the intake department as an assessment coordinator, and in 2018, was named Admissions Director. Willy has been commended for his Service Excellence and his team also has gotten a Service Excellence Award.
Important Documents to Bring
- Form of ID
- Insurance card
- Emergency contact information
- List of current prescription medications
- Medical power of attorney or guardianship paperwork
Level-of-Care Assessments
The goal of the assessment is to help determine the best care for you or your loved ones. Our intake team is available 24/7. Appointments can be made by phone at 800-457-9312 or our online form, and walk-ins are always welcome. Following the assessment process, a referral will be made to the appropriate level of care based on each patients’ individualized clinical needs.
Assessments are designed to explore various issues including:
- Suicidal thoughts and attempts
- Self harming
- Psychiatric disorders such as depression
- Anxiety or schizophrenia
- Sexual, physical or emotional abuse
- Explosive behavioral disruption
- Family problems
- Alcohol and drug dependency
Tele-Assessments
Wyoming Behavioral Institute provides level-of-care assessments 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in person and by teleassessment. All mental health admissions are based on clinical necessity. We cannot offer diagnosis, counseling or recommendations online, but an admissions coordinator is available at 800-457-9312.
Seek Help Today
If you need assistance selecting an inpatient program, admissions staff are available 24 hours a day at 800-457-9312.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988.
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