St. Mary's Wellness Center

Mental Health Treatment in Albany, GA

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Medical Reviewer
Jasmine Miller, NP

Author
Monica Lewis, LPC, NCC, CPCS

Albany Mental Health Treatment

Mental health struggles can make everyday life feel overwhelming. Whether you’re battling anxiety, trauma, depression, or just trying to make it through the day, one thing is certain—you shouldn’t have to go through it alone. For residents in the Albany, Georgia area, support is closer than you think. St. Mary’s Wellness Center may not be physically located in Albany, but we proudly serve individuals throughout Dougherty County with compassionate, evidence-based outpatient mental health services.

You deserve treatment that’s built around your needs, experiences, and goals—not a one-size-fits-all approach. At St. Mary’s, we offer individualized care, trauma-informed therapy, and psychiatric services that support long-term healing and emotional balance. No matter where you’re starting, we’re here to help you move forward.

Your Recovery is Our Priority

St. Marys Wellness Center has caring representatives available 24/7 to help you or your loved one. Request a 100% confidential callback now to start your journey.

Why Mental Health Care Matters in the Albany Area

Albany, nestled in the heart of southwest Georgia, is a community full of resilience, tradition, and family roots. But like many communities across the U.S., Albany is not immune to the rising mental health concerns affecting individuals of all ages. According to data from the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), Dougherty County residents report higher-than-average rates of mental illness, substance use disorders, and suicidal ideation.

The stressors of the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing economic strain, and limited access to immediate psychiatric care have only made matters more urgent. This isn’t just a statistic—it’s a reflection of the lived experiences of many in our region. At St. Mary’s, we believe your mental wellness should never be placed on the back burner.

Working with a diverse network of partners

We Work With Most Major Insurance Providers

Most major health insurance providers with out-of-network benefits will help cover the cost of our St. Marys treatment program. Call us or email us to find out your coverage options when seeking mental health treatment.

Mental Health Treatment Tailored to Your Needs

Partial Hospitalization

Treatment That Works

Intensive Outpatient

A Program That Cares

Outpatient Program

Options in Mental Health Treatment

Residential Treatment

Individualized Care

Our Mental Health Services for Albany Residents

While our treatment center is located outside of Albany, many clients find the short drive worthwhile, allowing for a fresh environment, personalized attention, and more focused care. Here’s what we offer:

Personalized, one-on-one counseling helps clients explore difficult emotions, build coping skills, and create lasting change. Our licensed therapists use a variety of research-backed methods to support emotional healing:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps identify and change harmful thought patterns and behaviors.

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Focuses on improving emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

  • Psychodynamic Therapy: Explores the unconscious mind, past experiences, and deep-rooted emotions to uncover patterns that influence present-day behavior.

We tailor each session to reflect your needs—whether you're facing grief, burnout, identity challenges, or longstanding depression.

Group therapy is more than just shared experience—it’s a powerful tool for connection, understanding, and accountability. Our group sessions are facilitated by trained clinicians and include topics like:

  • Developing healthy boundaries

  • Practicing mindfulness and grounding techniques
  • Learning conflict resolution and communication skills
  • Navigating recovery from trauma and substance use
  • Building self-worth and emotional resilience

Clients often leave group sessions feeling supported, seen, and better equipped to handle life's ups and downs.

Our psychiatric team provides clinical evaluations and medication management for a range of mental health diagnoses. With a focus on collaboration, we ensure that medication is integrated into your broader treatment plan, not isolated from it. We support individuals experiencing:

  • Depression and major depressive disorder
  • Anxiety disorders, including GAD and panic disorder
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Bipolar spectrum disorders
  • Trauma-related conditions like PTSD

Every medication plan is reviewed regularly to assess effectiveness, monitor side effects, and adjust as needed—with your voice at the center of every decision.

Many individuals seeking mental health care also face challenges with substance use. Our dual diagnosis treatment program offers integrated support for both conditions simultaneously. We understand that addiction can be a symptom of deeper emotional pain—and we’re here to treat the full picture, not just isolated parts.

Clients learn how their mental health symptoms and substance use interact, and they receive tools for both emotional regulation and relapse prevention. The result? A more stable, holistic recovery.

We recognize that trauma—whether acute or chronic—can shape every aspect of your mental wellbeing. That’s why our care model is trauma-informed from start to finish. Our therapists create a space where you feel emotionally safe, validated, and empowered to heal. From childhood abuse to loss, neglect, or violence, your experiences are honored here, never minimized.

Albany Mental Health and Community Resources

If you’re seeking additional resources in the Albany area, here are several trusted organizations and services that may provide support during or after treatment:

These services can act as bridges while you begin your journey at St. Mary’s or continue receiving care.

Real Experiences, Real Results

“My life isn't perfect, but l'm certainly in a better place because of SLOW. Great facility, great showers, great beds, nice outdoor area, solid food, fantastic therapists and groups. Got to meet some nice friends, and get healthier.”
Timothy S.
“Southern Live Oak Wellness saved my life. The therapists genuinely care about the clients and helping them get better. Working on yourself is not easy, but the therapists help guide you and make you be able to work through whatever may be going on.”
Rachel

“My life isn't perfect, but l'm certainly in a better place because of SLOW. Great facility, great showers, great beds, nice outdoor area, solid food, fantastic therapists and groups. Got to meet some nice friends, and get healthier.”

Timothy S.

“Southern Live Oak Wellness saved my life. The therapists genuinely care about the clients and helping them get better. Working on yourself is not easy, but the therapists help guide you and make you be able to work through whatever may be going on.”

Rachel

"Gorgeous facility with client focused care. They offer Brain Mapping, Med stabilization, Life Skills, Red Light Therapy & Nutrition plans! Locally owned. The only place I would send a loved one to."

Shiann C.
"Gorgeous facility with client focused care. They offer Brain Mapping, Med stabilization, Life Skills, Red Light Therapy & Nutrition plans! Locally owned. The only place I would send a loved one to."
Shiann C.

Why Albany Clients Trust St. Mary’s Wellness Center

St. Mary’s Wellness Center offers more than therapy—we offer a partnership in healing. Albany clients turn to us because we provide:

  • Customized care plans that reflect your values, goals, and needs
  • Licensed clinicians trained in evidence-based and trauma-informed methods
  • A judgment-free, supportive environment where you can be your full self
  • Integrated mental health and addiction care, all under one roof
  • Flexible outpatient scheduling that fits around work, school, or family life

When you’re ready for something different—something deeper—we’re here with a team that’s ready to walk beside you.

Start Your Mental Health Journey Near Albany Today

If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health challenges in the Albany area, don’t wait to seek help. St. Mary’s Wellness Center is ready to guide you through healing with compassion, professionalism, and care that truly sees you.

Call St. Mary’s Wellness Center today or reach out via our online contact form to speak with our admissions team. We’re happy to answer your questions, discuss insurance options, and help you take that brave first step.

Recover Now.

St. Marys Wellness Center has caring representatives available 24/7 to help you or your loved one when dealing with mental health concerns. Request a 100% confidential callback now to get started.

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