What is Outpatient Treatment For Mental Health?

Dealing with mental health issues and finding treatment continues to be a big issue here in America. With roughly half of all adults suffering from some form of mental health issue, the statistics become even worse when that mental health issue is combined with addiction. One good thing to know about finding treatment for mental health issues is you do not have to be locked in a hospital to get help. There is such a thing as outpatient mental health treatment that is meant to handle mental health issues more relaxed so that clients still have some freedom to come and go while getting the care they need. 

Atlas Healthcare Group specializes in treating both addiction and mental illness, and we are here to help guide you toward long-term recovery and good mental health. We have multiple locations near you and can help throughout the treatment process to ensure you get the care and support you need to stay healthy and sober long-term. 

Today we are going to discuss the options available for outpatient mental health treatment, discuss how does outpatient mental health work, and what types of mental health issues are commonly treated.

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Types of Mental Health Issues That Can Be Treated 

There are many different types of mental health disorders, but certain ones are more suited to different types of treatment. In terms of outpatient treatment, there are programs available for more common mental health disorders, including: major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and PTSD. 

There are several different types of therapies and treatment methods that can be used in an outpatient setting that are incredibly effective for treating these types of disorders. Some of the types of treatment include psychotherapy, in individual or group settings, controlled use of medication, peer support, alternative/holistic therapy, and supplemental care. Many treatment centers combine these methods together for a more well-rounded and successful approach to care that doesn’t rely strictly on medication or behavior modification. These types of treatment programs have better outcomes, particularly for those with co-occurring disorders that need extra help.

How Outpatient Mental Health Treatment Works

Outpatient mental health treatment works much the same as an outpatient addiction treatment program, and sometimes these programs are done at the same time if the person is dealing with both. 

In an outpatient program, the client is assigned to come to the treatment facility several times per week for therapy and other forms of treatment. After treatment, they are allowed to return home, work, or wherever they need to be. There are standards in place to ensure the person is following their treatment schedule, and the more intensive the outpatient treatment program is, the more often they must come for treatment and check in to ensure they are staying on the program. 

This gives those with responsibilities like work and children access to the care they need, along with support and other services, without needing to stay at a treatment facility 24/7. If something with their situation changes, their personalized treatment plan can be modified to adapt to their circumstances, but ultimately the most important thing is making sure the person is on track with their mental health treatment and, if they have an addiction, also, that they are staying sober.

Let Atlas Healthcare Group Help With Your Loved One’s Mental Health Treatment 

Once you or your loved one is ready to take charge of their mental health, let Atlas Recovery Group lead the way. We have programs based on traditional science that also take advantage of modern techniques to give the most well-rounded and effective approach to treatment so that our clients have the best chances to stay healthy. Our mental health experts are focused on teaching clients how to deal with their mental health symptoms rather than just medicating them. With the right treatment, it is possible to reduce symptoms and episodes to maintain a normal day-to-day life. We also offer dual diagnosis care for those that need help with their addiction. Give us a call or click today to get started on your recovery.