At St. Mary’s Wellness Center, we understand how mental health issues can greatly impact persons well being and opportunities in life. That’s why our outpatient program provides a range of proven treatment programs and thorough aftercare to help clients develop skills for recovery and receive support for stress management on interpersonal and lifestyle levels. This guide aims to assist you in determining if our Intensive Outpatient Treatment program could be a fit for you. If you decide to explore you can have a conversation with one of our admissions counselors to see if St. Mary’s might be the choice for you or your loved one.
Core Principles of Our Intensive Outpatient Program
Our program is designed to offer care tailored to your needs, goals, and expectations regarding your treatment. For example, during the evaluation process, we will collaborate with you to understand your concerns or challenges, from your perspective and learn about what’s important for us to know about your experiences and issues that you wish to address together. You will not be pressured into following any paths or approaches that do not align with your preferences.
Here are some important aspects of our outpatient program:
- Diverse Treatment Options – Our program offers a variety of evidence-based therapies including
- Individual Counseling- This involves one-on-one sessions with a therapist in an environment to address issues and develop coping skills.
- Group Therapy– Joining group sessions provides peer support and a sense of camaraderie encouraging sharing and fostering a community atmosphere through shared experiences.
- Brain Mapping -Utilizing technology we can analyze the patterns of brain function related to your symptoms to assist in guiding treatment decisions without providing a diagnosis.
- Red Light Therapy– Exposure to wavelengths of light is believed to have potential benefits for mood regulation and sleep improvement.
- TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) – This noninvasive procedure involves applying pulses to areas of the head often used as an alternative treatment for conditions like depression without the need for surgery.
Assessing Eligibility for Intensive Outpatient Treatment
Wondering if intensive outpatient treatment is the choice for you? Consider these factors:
- Symptom Severity: If you are dealing with moderate to symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other psychiatric disorders that significantly impact your daily life, intensive outpatient (IOP) care may offer the level of support needed for effective symptom management and improved quality of life.
- Support Requirements: This treatment is suitable, for individuals who need assistance without requiring continuous supervision.
- Motivation and Dedication: Attending outpatient therapy involves a commitment, to sessions and active involvement in your treatment plan.
Objectives of Our Comprehensive Outpatient Program
Our comprehensive outpatient program aims to achieve important objectives;
- Symptom Management: We assist you in developing effective skills and strategies to manage your symptoms and enhance your overall well-being.
- Functional Recovery: Our goal is to help you regain control over your daily life potentially enabling you to return to work or engage in relationships. We aim for you to feel motivated to start your day and carry out tasks.
- Coping Strategies: Through therapy, you will acquire coping mechanisms for dealing with stress, anxiety, and other challenges.
- Ongoing Support, for Wellness: We offer support beyond the phase to help you maintain the progress you have made.
Choosing the Right Mental Health Care
After understanding your options related to intensive outpatient mental health treatment programs, selecting health care can feel overwhelming but you do not have to navigate this process alone. We understand that each situation is unique. During our consultation, we will explore your needs, goals, concerns, and how our program could support you effectively.
Exploring More About Our Treatment Options
The choice of therapy will be tailored to suit your needs and desires. Together we will determine the approach to ensure that the rest of your journey is supported rather than disrupted over an extended period. Let’s delve into the treatment offerings at St. Marys Wellness Center:
- One-on-One Therapy; Our program emphasizes individual therapy sessions conducted by group therapists. We provide a variety of therapy approaches, such as;
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); CBT assists in challenging thought patterns and developing coping mechanisms for dealing with challenging emotions and situations.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); DBT combines emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, distress tolerance, and mindfulness to help you navigate difficult emotions and maintain healthy relationships.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Through ACT you can learn to embrace negative emotions and thoughts while committing to actions aligned with your values to achieve your life objectives.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT); This therapy focuses on enhancing your relationship skills and communication abilities for improved interactions, with others.
- Group Therapy; Joining a group of individuals facing challenges can be beneficial as you share experiences and provide support to one another. Building connections, with others is inherent. Gaining insights from group members can be quite enlightening.
- Brain Mapping (QEEG); Brain mapping, also known as electroencephalography (QEEG) offers a representation of brain activity patterns often using color codes. It is not meant for diagnosis. Serves as a tool to narrow down therapy options and tailor your treatment plan. This data can assist therapists in selecting treatment strategies and pinpointing the causes of your symptoms.
- Red Light Therapy; Exposing oneself to levels of light has demonstrated positive effects on mental health indicators such as mood, sleep quality and inflammation reduction. While ongoing research is being conducted on red light therapy its effectiveness for health conditions remains uncertain.
- Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS); TMS is an invasive procedure that involves delivering magnetic pulses through the brain to stimulate targeted regions. Consideration, for TMS may arise when conventional medications have not yielded the desired results.
Safety and Potential Side Effects of Treatment Options
We understand your concerns regarding the safety and possible side effects associated with these treatments. We will go over these details in your consultation so you can decide on the best course of action.
The Significance of Collaboration and Ongoing Support
At St. Marys Wellness Center we believe in delivering collaborative care as a health facility. We work closely not with you but with your primary care doctor to ensure seamless information sharing for optimal care.
Here’s how our collaboration process unfolds;
- Initial Meeting; We are eager to learn about your history, health background, and treatment objectives. We may ask for your consent to reach out to your primary care physician for records needed to tailor a treatment strategy for you.
- Developing Treatment Plans; Following an assessment we will collaboratively create a personalized treatment plan with you and your family. This plan will encompass interventions (psychotherapy, medication management if necessary) as well as recommended alternative therapies.
- Sustaining Communication. We maintain communication with your primary care provider to ensure that all aspects of your healthcare are well-coordinated.
- Support Groups; Your support groups offer an opportunity to stay on track, with the company of journeyers. It’s truly beneficial to discover support and camaraderie beyond the treatment phase.
Frequently Asked Questions About Outpatient Treatment
Many questions arise when considering mental health treatment and below are a few frequently asked questions. If you dont find thre question you have below, reach out to our admissions team to ask!
Q: What should I anticipate in a therapy session?
A: A typical therapy session lasts about 45 to 50 minutes. Your therapist will inquire about your well-being and situation. There’s room for conversation and the chance to delve deeper into your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Therapists usually guide the discussion based on their approach (such as CBT, DBT, etc.) which might involve inquiries and encouragement for engaging in exercises to acquire coping mechanisms and achieve your objectives.
Q: How long does treatment usually last?
A: The duration of Intensive Outpatient Treatment varies depending on factors like symptom severity, individual needs, and treatment goals. We can work together on a treatment plan outlining the timeframe – though adjustments can always be made as treatment progresses.
Q: What if I’m not comfortable, with my therapist?
A: The bond you form with your therapist is crucial. It’s essential to feel a sense of trust and safety in that relationship. If you ever feel otherwise I’m open, to discussing whether another therapist within our practice may better suit your needs.
Q: What comes next after the treatment phase?
A: Following this phase we continue to provide support. We offer recommendations for services and ongoing assistance to help you and your loved ones maintain well-being meet your goals. This may include group therapy as needed, participation in support groups, or access to supportive services.
Q: What are the fees involved?
A: We accept most insurance plans. Can assist in verifying coverage and determining any out-of-pocket expenses. For those, without insurance or needing support, we also offer payment options based on income level.
Q: How do I begin?
A: The initial step involves setting up an appointment. You can contact admissions through our website or give us a call to schedule. During our conversation, we will delve into your unique needs and situation and address any queries you may have. There is no pressure to commit to treatment during the consultation. Your decision can be made later after we’ve had the opportunity to collaborate. We are excited about the prospect of collaborating with you!
