Our experienced teams walk with you through every stage of recovery.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital – Waco provides inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care, supporting individuals with dignity, safety, and continuity of care.
01/30/2026
Quality at Oceans Healthcare continues to grow across our departments.
Through ongoing investment in our departments, staff, and care standards, we are strengthening the foundation that supports our patients every day. Quality remains at the forefront of our organization and guides how we care, lead, and improve.
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reflect on the importance of compassion, dignity, and understanding.
At Oceans Healthcare, compassion begins with listening and showing up with empathy for individuals and families in the communities we serve. Meaningful conversations and human connection strengthen trust, support healing, and create lasting change.
Today, we honor these values through care and presence.
01/19/2026
At Oceans Healthcare, quality guides everything we do.
Our leaders and teams are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate behavioral health care, with patients at the center of every decision.
Today is National Pharmacy Day, and we’re proud to recognize the pharmacy professionals who help ensure safety at every step of medication management. Their work is essential to patient safety, clinical quality, and continuity of care.
Thank you to our pharmacy teams for the expertise and dedication you bring to our communities every day. 🩵
Oceans Behavioral Hospital - Waco was proud to share expert insight on mental health during the holiday season through a local interview with KCEN Channel 6.
Danielle B., therapist at Oceans, spoke with KCEN Anchor/Reporter Adrian Carbajal about managing holiday stress, recognizing signs of depression, and the importance of prioritizing self-care during a season that can be challenging for many individuals and families.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute to meaningful conversations around mental health and to help our community better understand the importance of caring for emotional well-being year-round.
To learn more about Oceans Behavioral Hospital - Waco and our commitment to compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health care, visit oceanshealthcare.com.
01/07/2026
This holiday season, Oceans Behavioral Hospital - Waco had the opportunity to participate in the Waco Wonderland Parade!
It was special to have members of our leadership, clinical, marketing teams, along with family and friends, come together for a festive, Waco Tradition.
Thank you to Creative Waco for hosting a wonderful evening and for bringing our community together.
To learn more about Oceans Behavioral Hospital - Waco, and our commitment to high-quality behavioral health care in Waco, visit https://oceanshealthcare.com/
01/03/2026
A new year brings new beginnings, and during Mental Wellness Month, we want our communities to know support is always within reach.
At Oceans Healthcare, we are here for the people we serve - offering compassionate care, understanding, and support through every stage of the mental health journey.
We’re honored to care for our communities today and throughout the year.
At Oceans Healthcare, we believe healing is strongest when care is continuous.
Our continuum of care allows patients to move seamlessly from inpatient treatment to Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs - ensuring support never stops.
This progression gives every person the structure, oversight, and encouragement they need at each stage of recovery. It’s about meeting people where they are and walking with them as they take the next step forward.
We’re committed to creating a connected, compassionate care experience that sets our patients up for long-term success.
We were honored to join Project Life Force as a sponsor for the 10th Annual Christmas & Cheers Holiday Gala!
Our Community Liaison, Jasmine G., and Therapist, Danielle B., attended the event in support of Project Lifeforce’s mission to empower Waco’s youth through mentorship, literacy development, financial education, and practical life-skills training - helping build strong foundations for both personal and professional growth.
The evening brought together community leaders and partners who share a commitment to investing in the next generation.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to support Project Lifeforce and look forward to continuing this meaningful partnership as they create lasting impact in our community.
To learn more about Oceans Behavioral Hospital - Waco and how we can support you, visit https://tinyurl.com/OHCWaco
12/25/2025
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Oceans Healthcare!
This holiday season, we are filled with gratitude for our communities, for those who serve, and for those we have the privilege to serve.
May your holidays be filled with joy, laughter, and connection with the people who matter most. From all of us at Oceans, we wish you a season of peace, warmth, and happiness, and a new year full of hope and good cheer.
12/23/2025
The holiday season is all about connection, gratitude, and the people who make our work possible. 💙
Here’s a glimpse of Oceans Behavioral Hospital Waco staff celebrating the season and spreading holiday cheer throughout our hospital:
• Amanda L., Court Liaison
• Adrienne H., Nurse Practitioner
• Misty M., Director of Nursing, and Stephen R., Plant Operations Director
• Ben K., CEO; Amy T., Marketing Director; and Jasmine G., Community Liaison
• Gyelene Patterson, Administrative Assistant, who also helped decorate our lobby and beautiful Christmas tree
We are grateful for this incredible team and the compassion, professionalism, and heart they bring to our patients, families, and community every day.
To learn more about our services and how we support individuals and families throughout Central Texas, visit our website at https://tinyurl.com/OHCWaco
12/22/2025
We are proud to recognize team members whose dedication and consistency make a meaningful difference each day:
November Kudos Card Winners
• Ferlisa, Lead MHT
• Latrisha, MHT
November Perfect Attendance
• Nellie, MHT
• Dennis, RN
Thank you for the compassion, reliability, and professionalism you bring to those we serve and to one another. Your commitment reflects the heart of our team and the care we strive to provide every day. 💙
To learn more about Oceans Behavioral Hospital - Waco and how we can support you, visit https://tinyurl.com/OHCWaco
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At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Waco, your loved one’s healing is our only focus. We are passionate about helping older adults and seniors manage the challenges that come with aging and attain the best possible quality of life.
Our unique, comprehensive approach recognizes the importance of treating the whole person. Each patient is supervised by a board-certified psychiatrist and monitored closely by a medical physician to ensure overall health and wellbeing.
More importantly, we believe your loved one’s life experiences deserve respect. Our every action is rooted in an unwavering commitment to treat our patients with dignity and compassion. Our hospital provides an intimate setting where patients receive confidential, personalized care. Utilizing proven, innovative and progressive therapies, our qualified professionals strive to promote long-term recovery.
Behavioral health treatment is a life-long journey and healing requires constant attention. In addition to our inpatient services, we offer family and caregiver therapy, education about behavioral challenges and tools for supporting loved ones.
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