Mental Health Programs in the Northern Shenandoah Valley
The
Outpatient Behavioral Health Programs at Valley Health provide support for individuals 18 and older who are
struggling to manage the symptoms of a mental illness using an integrated
psychiatric and medical approach to mental health and wellness.
Psychiatric Medication Management
Our psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners will assess your
symptoms and determine whether your medications may be necessary to treat
your mental health condition. During your appointment, your provider will
review the risks and benefits of treatment, and will address any questions
you may have. Occasionally, providers may refer you to a higher level
of care that would be appropriate to address your individual treatment needs.
Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Care
Our Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (MHIOP) is a step down for
those who no longer require the intensity of inpatient hospitalization
or for individuals who require a higher level of care than traditional
outpatient services provide. MHIOP can also be a step up from traditional
outpatient services and offers additional support and structure for those
at risk of psychiatric hospitalization. Individuals will be able to apply
the skills and coping strategies they are learning in therapy to their
everyday lives. Patients may be experiencing a variety of mental health
issues including but not limited to:
Depression
Anxiety
Loss and grief
Trauma
Lack of motivation
Difficulty focusing or concentrating
Co-occurring medical conditions
Post-partum depression
Workplace stress
Suicidal thoughts
Irritability, anger, isolation, panic, or fear
Sleep and appetite disturbances
Social withdrawal
Loss of interest in appearance
Hallucinations
Confusion
Cognitive impairment due to depressive symptoms
About the Program
MHIOP provides support primarily through group therapy and includes regular individual
therapy, family therapy and medication management during the intensive
outpatient admission. In an intensive outpatient level of care, patients
are required to attend a minimum of 3 days per week, 3 hours each day,
but may attend the program up to 5 days per week if clinically appropriate.
Patients should expect to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of intensive
outpatient support, with a maximum length of stay of 12 weeks.
The
MHIOP program clinicians specialize in treating behavioral health disorders such
as anxiety, depression and trauma. Because we provide treatment for only
mental health and not substance use disorders, we have a program requirement
of 90 days of sobriety from all chronic substance use, including cannabis
and alcohol.
After admission, our specialized treatment team begins building a personalized
plan of care for each
MHIOP patient within our morning or afternoon programs. Our physicians, licensed
therapists and support team carefully consider the mental health needs
of each patient, as well as developmental functioning, family involvement,
and behavioral needs.
As a patient’s symptoms and level of functioning improve, our staff
will work to decrease his or her time in the
MHIOP. Once stabilization is achieved, we will facilitate the transition into
a traditional outpatient program or to the care of outside providers.
We do this by establishing appointments for ongoing, outpatient care.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment Components
Group therapy 3-5 days per week
Individual therapy as needed
Family therapy as needed
Psychiatric medication management
Crisis intervention
Individualized treatment planning
Care coordination
Discharge planning
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Peer Recovery Services
Senior Intensive Outpatient Program
This specialized program is designed to increase the quality of life for
individuals and families facing difficulty adjusting to retirement, managing
stressors associated with aging, depression, anxiety, conflict, social
isolation, grief/loss, chronic medical problems and stressful life events.
Our experienced team of physicians, licensed clinical social workers,
licensed professional counselors, and support professionals are dedicated
to meeting the needs of seniors and their families during this unique
stage of life.
Admissions Criteria & Scheduling
Admissions to the outpatient behavioral health program are based on the
following:
Individuals 18 and older requiring mental health support within an intensive
structured afternoon setting.
Individuals 18 and older who are discharging from inpatient, residential
or partial hospital programs.
Individuals 18 and older who are receiving outpatient mental health treatment,
and are in need of additional support to help manage symptoms.
Individuals experiencing high levels or acute depression, anxiety or additional
life stressors who need stabilization and support.
90 days of sobriety from all chronic substance use, including cannabis
and alcohol.
Commitment to attending the program a minimum of 3 days per week, for 3
hours each day.
Assessments & Referrals
Referrals to our program may be made by a family physician, nurse, mental
health professional, assisted living facility and others concerned about
the welfare of their family member, friend or loved one. Patients can
also self-refer into the program. If you are calling on behalf of a family
member or friend, please be aware that we need to speak with the patient
directly to begin the intake process. If this individual is not available,
we are happy to provide information and answer any questions you may have,
and they can call back at any time during business hours to begin the
intake process.
The first step of the intake process is to complete a confidential assessment.
Our program utilizes questionnaires that are sent via text message or
email. You may also schedule a time to use one of the devices at the program
to fill out these questionnaires. The purpose of these documents are so
that program staff can obtain a greater understanding of your needs and
in turn identify the best supports for you. Once this questionnaire is
completed and reviewed by one of our clinical team, our staff will reach
out to discuss your treatment.
For more information or to schedule an MHIOP intake screening please call
540-536-4881. To schedule a new patient psychiatric medication management appointment
please call
540-459-1262.
Insurance
Services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid and many commercial insurance
providers. Visit the Valley Health page on accepted
insurances and health plans for more information
If you are uninsured, or have any concerns about the potential out-of-pocket
costs for treatment, Valley Health financial counselors will work with
you to answer your billing questions, and can help complete a
financial assistance application if you would like to apply for assistance with your medical bills.
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