319th Medical Group launches the resiliency enhancement visits Published June 4, 2013 By Airman 1st Class Xavier Navarro 319th Air Base Wing Public Affairs GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- The 319th Medical Group Mental Health Clinic launched an "off-the-record" counseling program for active-duty service members in February 2013. The Resiliency Enhancement Visit program encourages active-duty military members who are unsure about seeking mental health services to get the assistance they may require. The REV program is designed to support the mental "pillar" of the Five Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness by encouraging Airmen to approach life's challenges in a positive way. Airmen learn to demonstrate self-control, stamina and good character with choices and actions, seeking help, and offering help. The REV program includes four appointed sessions for individuals, couples or families who are experiencing daily life stressors. During these sessions, no mental health documentation is filed in a patients electronic medical records. Dr. James Brandt, 319th MDG Mental Health director of Public health and behavioral health consultant for Grand Forks AFB, is the person in direct contact with patients. "There are several resources that can help Airmen who have more serious concerns," said Brandt. "If they need help than we can refer them to the appropriate sources." His goal is to de-stigmatize the process of seeking assistance for a problem people may find embarrassing. "In some cases it's just a brief counseling, but sometimes it is more than that, and Dr. Brandt can certainly help people figure that out," said U.S. Public Health Service Cmdr. Anthony Tranchita, behavioral health flight commander. Brandt said he strongly urges those who are hurting or concerned about something to schedule an appointment. To be eligible for REV, the servicemember must be willing to get help. Mental preparation means having the ability to effectively cope with unique mental stressors and challenges needed to ensure mission readiness. For more information or to set up an appointment, contact the Behavioral Health Clinic at 747-4460.