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MEDICAL CANNABIS PROGRAM
MEDICAL CANNABIS PROGRAM
PROVIDING SUPPORT TO THOSE SEEKING ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS TO WELLNESS
At Elliott Counseling Group healing meets innovation. We are thrilled to introduce our groundbreaking medical cannabis program, designed to provide holistic relief and support to those seeking alternative pathways to wellness. With a deep commitment to empowering individuals on their healing journey, our program integrates the latest advancements in medical cannabis research with compassionate care and personalized treatment plans. At Elliott Counseling Group, we believe in harnessing the natural healing properties of cannabis to enhance the well-being of our clients, fostering a sense of balance, vitality, and hope. Join us as we embark on this transformative journey towards healing and empowerment.
WHAT IS A MEDICAL CANNABIS CARD?
Patients with a debilitating medical condition can obtain a medical Cannabis Registry Identification Card after becoming certified by a member of the NP team at ECG. This identification card allows a patient to purchase medical cannabis at a licensed medical dispensary. Patients with a medical cannabis card are allotted higher quantities to be purchased at a time, as well as often, afforded a discounted cost, or lower tax rate on medical cannabis purchased.
MEET OUR MEDICAL CANNABIS PROGRAM PROVIDERS
TAYSHA RYAN
NURSE PRACTITIONER / ASSOCIATE MEDICAL DIRECTOR
LOCATION: MATTOON & TELEHEALTH
She/Her/Hers
Taysha earned her nursing degree from Lakeview College of Nursing in 2007 and obtained her Master’s Degree in Nursing from Chamberlain School of Nursing in 2019. Currently, Taysha is the Associate Medical Director with Elliott Counseling Group, where she oversees the medical department in addition to providing direct care to clients. Taysha has an extensive background in nursing, treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other behavioral health needs. She is very easygoing and empathetic with all her clients. While providing supportive care to clients as a nurse practitioner at her previous job, she began offering gender-affirming care in 2020 and really found her niche. At Elliott Counseling Group, Taysha currently works with gender-affirming patients, prescribing hormone therapy medications and supporting patients navigating very emotionally challenging situations. She finds this work rewarding because she loves providing a safe space for all clients that is focused on respect, and she loves the bonds she forms with her clients, as well as being a part of helping with their transition.
MEGAN LEECH
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
LOCATION: URBANA & TELEHEALTH
She/Her/Hers
Megan brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her work, specializing in mental health care for individuals ages six and above. Because of her specialize license, we’re able to provide mental health care to a wider range of diagnoses. Her areas of focus include ADHD, Depression, Perinatal/Postnatal Depression and Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, Bipolar I & II, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder. Megan is comfortable managing medications for patients currently under treatment, and she’ll recommend additional referrals if the case complexity requires.
What locations will provide the Medical cannabis program?
We are now providing our Medical Cannabis Program to those in IL through telehealth and in-person services at our Mattoon and Urbana offices.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE QUALIFYING CONDITIONS?
Eligibility for this program through our agency is based on the diagnosis of a debilitating mental health condition as defined by the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act.
The Medical Cannabis Program is approved for the following mental health conditions:
- Autism
- Eating Disorders
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Additionally we know that other physical aliments can have significant impacts on our mental health and are also eligible for the medical cannabis program.
- Agitation of Alzheimer’s disease
- HIV/AIDS
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Arnold-Chiari malformation
- Cancer
- Cachexia/wasting syndrome
- Causalgia
- Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy
- Chronic pain
- Crohn’s disease
- CRPS (complex regional pain syndrome Type II)
- Dystonia
- Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
- Fibrous Dysplasia
- Glaucoma
- Hepatitis C
- Hydrocephalus
- Hydromyelia
- Interstitial cystitis
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Lupus
- Migraines
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Myoclonus
- Nail-patella syndrome
- Neuro-Bechet’s autoimmune disease
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neuropathy
- Osteoarthritis
- Parkinson’s disease
- Polycystic kidney disease (PKD)
- Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
- Residual limb pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Seizures (including those characteristic of Epilepsy)
- Severe fibromyalgia
- Sjogren’s syndrome
- Spinal cord disease (including but not limited to arachnoiditis)
- Spinal cord injury is damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity
- Spinocerebellar ataxia
- Superior canal dehiscence syndrome
- Syringomyelia
- Tarlov cysts
- Tourette syndrome
- Traumatic brain injury
- Ulcerative colitis
*At this time our providers are not certifying patients for qualifying physical diagnoses.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER MY APPOINTMENT?
If the provider deems the patient to have a qualifying debilitating medical condition, the provider will complete written certification online for the medical cannabis identification card. Patients will then be responsible for setting up an account and completing their portion of the application, as well as paying any applicable fees.
WILL I BE APPROVED BY THE STATE?
While our program aims to assist in facilitating the approval process with the state, it’s important to note that participation in our program does not guarantee approval. The decision ultimately rests with the relevant authorities, and while we strive to provide comprehensive support, we cannot guarantee a favorable outcome.
Additionally, we want to emphasize that our program operates on a non-refundable basis, irrespective of the outcome. This policy ensures that we can continue to provide our services effectively and fairly to all participants.
We truly appreciate your understanding and support as we navigate through this process together. Should you have any further questions or require clarification on any aspect of our program, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
How do I get enrolled in the Medical Cannabis Program?
Get In Touch With Client Care
Please call or email our Client Care department to get signed up.
Get Registered & Set-Up
Our client care representative can speak with you about the appropriateness of the Medical Cannabis Program for you and expectations for the program. They will then get you scheduled with one of our Medical Cannabis Program Providers.
Get Started
Our skilled and empathetic nursing staff will conduct a Medical Cannabis Program consultation at your first appointment with you. Together you will discuss your goals, medical history, side effects, and conduct appropriate labs.