LiftWell Health

04/16/2026

My friends and colleagues; you may have seen an exciting press release from LiftWell Health recently. We wanted to share the major highlights below, simply because they’re not to be missed!

• LiftWell Health is delighted to announce that we are now IN NETWORK with Aetna (CVS Health) for BOTH adolescent and adult IOP/PHP in Westport CT! We are building a waitlist for Aetna patients to utilize their full INN coverage for LiftWell's exceptional services and specialist team, effective May 15. If you have a referral in mind, kindly reach out to our admissions team directly at 203-908-5603, so we may help you get your patient started.

• We are pleased to announce the merger of the Lift Wellness Group and LiftWell organizations, under one, cohesive public facing brand entity: LIFTWELL HEALTH. This consolidation of services under LiftWell Health serves our intention to simplify communication and continuity across service lines.
Please refer to our brand new website: www.liftwellhealth.com.

Here is additional data for those who may be less familiar with our organization:

🩵 Revolutionarily small, privately owned, expert-clinician-led IOP/PHP programs (not volume-driven, average 3:1 therapist:patient ratio, maximum cap of 8 per group) for children, adolescents, and adults.

🩵 Now offering both eating disorder and tailored mental health treatment curriculums for disorders of over-control, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and SI/SH.

🩵 Integrated trauma treatment (EMDR, TF CBT, CPT), supported by a highly structured clinical environment

🩵 Measurement-based care to inform treatment in real time

🩵 Family systems work through family integration model (coaching, psychoeducation, processing, multifamily group, weekly family therapy)

🩵 Active, ongoing weekly collaboration with referring providers, including availability of co-therapy collaborative care model

🩵 Treatment in a least restrictive environment with medical support to successfully serve high-acuity patients with complex psychopharmacological needs or diagnostic ambiguity

🩵 Real world exposures (ERP) through community reintegration

Our rigorous curriculum was written by the same team that delivers it, and includes daily ACT, ERP, CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, all meals, culinary skills, vocational and educational coaching, case management, yoga, mindfulness, somatic practices and breathwork.

LiftWell Health was built on a very rarely-seen standard: provider-owned, expert-led programming, designed entirely around the individual. We have never compromised on this. Nothing pleases us more than now being able to remove access barriers.

This is a defining moment for our organization and the patients we serve. In-network status means families dealing with mental health crises will no longer have to choose between individualized and clinically excellent specialty care and affordability.

Thank you for your support. 🩵
We are accepting referrals and we hope to share a patient with you soon!

LiftWell is a mental health treatment center dedicated to providing individualized care that extends beyond traditional methods.

04/13/2026

Healing doesn't always require words. ❤️🩹

EMDR therapy helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories, turning "stuck" pain into peaceful resolution. Discover how eye movement desensitization provides a path forward for those living with PTSD:

https://bit.ly/47Xa7hW

04/06/2026

Love shouldn’t feel like walking on eggshells. 💔

When bipolar depression enters a relationship, it can bring confusion, distance, and emotional ups and downs for both partners. But with the right support, couples can move from surviving to truly understanding each other again.

Our latest guide breaks down:
✔️ How bipolar depression affects relationships
✔️ Common challenges couples face (and how to navigate them)
✔️ Practical ways to communicate, support, and reconnect
✔️ When couples counseling can make all the difference

You don’t have to figure this out alone—and neither does your partner.

👉 Read the full guide and take the first step toward stronger, healthier connection:
https://bit.ly/4vga9LY

03/30/2026

Supporting a partner through depression or bipolar disorder isn’t a solo mission. 🤝

Our latest blog explores how couples counseling provides the tools, boundaries, and communication needed to strengthen your bond while navigating mental health together.

https://bit.ly/4vga9LY

03/24/2026

Ever had a thought pop into your head and wondered, “Why did I think that?” 🤔

Understanding the difference between intrusive and impulsive thoughts can bring clarity and self-compassion.

Learn more in the guide: https://bit.ly/4dvuear

03/23/2026

Is it "picky eating" or something more? 🍽️🤔

ARFID is more than just a phase—it’s a sensory or anxiety-based struggle with food. Learn the key differences between a selective eater and Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder in our latest guide for parents. ✨🍎

https://bit.ly/4rNQKic

03/20/2026

Ever wonder why your brain throws a random curveball? 🧠🌀

There’s a huge difference between an intrusive thought (an unwanted image) and an impulsive thought (a sudden urge to act). Learn how to tell them apart and take the power back! ✨💬

https://bit.ly/4dvuear

11/25/2025

10/29/2025

📰🗞️You heard it right! Thank you, , for this lovely feature on , now Joint Commission Accredited with the Gold Seal of Approval®️ This third week of October is the National Association for Healthcare Quality® (NAHQ®)
sponsored — an annual celebration to recognize professionals who improve healthcare quality and safety. We are proud at Lift Wellness Group and LiftWell Health to advance and witness integrative care in action.

09/30/2025

LiftWell Earns National Joint Commission Accreditation

LiftWell Health, a female-founded, provider-owned behavioral health organization, has achieved The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval®—the nation’s highest recognition for quality and safety. This accreditation paves the way for expanded insurance partnerships and stronger access to care.

“When it comes to behavioral health, consumers have difficulty navigating the landscape and identifying superior treatment in their moment of need. This national accreditation helps families better discern the best care possible for themselves or their loved one,” said Mary Dobson, LMFT, CEDS, Founder/CEO. Dobson is a longtime area mental health advocate and expert, who has spent her career dedicated to helping individuals recover from mental health conditions through relational care models, where connection to community can drive and inform treatment.

With demand for mental health treatment at historic levels, Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) programs are increasingly favored by insurers and policymakers. These models deliver outcomes comparable to residential care while allowing patients to remain connected to family, school, and work—fostering independence, reducing stigma, and supporting long-term recovery.

LiftWell’s programs include CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, psychiatry, nutrition, family therapy, and mindfulness, plus the region’s only high-level RO-DBT program for over-control disorders. With adolescent and adult tracks, LiftWell integrates eating disorder and mood/anxiety care in one setting.

Dobson: “We set out to prove that a small, mission-driven team could achieve big things for the sake of access and care. Our program is unique in that we are one of the only programs not owned by high-volume, institutional systems. We are patient-centric and locally rooted. In a region where acute behavioral healthcare is dominated by large-scale, standardized health systems, this milestone is a declaration of what a small, passionate team of clinicians and visionaries can achieve when unified by a mission. We’ve proven that a dedicated, community-rooted program can not only meet but exceed the most rigorous standards in the country. This Joint Commission Accreditation is a promise to our community that they deserve care that is both extraordinary and accessible. We’ve proven that a dedicated local team can meet the nation’s highest standards while keeping humanity and heart at the center of care.“

08/26/2025

Intrusive thoughts are perplexing in their unpredictability. They can be disturbing or distressing because they typically go against your core values, morals, or desires. However, having an intrusive thought doesn’t mean you endorse or believe in it. In most cases, it's a reflection of the brain's complex processing of emotions and stimuli.

Some Common Causes of Intrusive Thoughts:

- Stress and anxiety
- Co-occurring mental health conditions
- Life changes
- Fatigue and sleep deprivation

How to Manage Intrusive Thoughts

- Acknowledge the thought without judgment
- Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques
- Therapy, particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- In some cases, medication may be recommended by a healthcare provider

It’s important to recognize that intrusive thoughts, while distressing, are not reflective of your true intentions. With proper management techniques and professional support, it’s possible to reduce the impact they have on your life.

08/18/2025

In recent years, the movement of body positivity has gained significant traction, championing self-love and acceptance of all body types. But there’s another concept gaining attention: body neutrality. While both approaches aim to foster a healthier relationship with our bodies, they do so in different ways.

Understanding the distinctions between body positivity and body neutrality is key to navigating your personal journey toward a better self-image.

Understanding the distinctions between body positivity and body neutrality is key to navigating your personal journey toward a better self-image.