Hospital for Behavioral Medicine

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine Our services are offered for all ages. Call and speak with a member of our intake team for a free assessment.

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine offers both inpatient care & day services for a multitude of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety disorder, PTSD, postpartum depression, and trauma. Accepting walk-ins and direct admissions from the community.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Adolescence is a critical time for learning what healthy relationships...
02/12/2026

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.

Adolescence is a critical time for learning what healthy relationships look like. Exposure to controlling or abusive dynamics can impact self-esteem, safety, and long-term mental health.

Warning signs can include:
đźš© Extreme jealousy or monitoring
đźš© Isolation from friends/family
đźš© Pressure, threats, or emotional manipulation

Helping teens build communication skills, boundaries, and self-worth supports both emotional and physical well-being.

Mental health professionals can help teens process experiences and develop healthy relationship patterns. Starting the conversation is important - and knowing where to turn for support matters too. 319-0000.

This week brings awareness to Children of Alcoholics, and the reality that addiction affects entire families.Children in...
02/11/2026

This week brings awareness to Children of Alcoholics, and the reality that addiction affects entire families.

Children in homes impacted by substance use may experience anxiety, hypervigilance, difficulty trusting others, or challenges regulating emotions. These responses are often survival strategies, not behavioral problems.

Early mental health support can help children:
âś” Feel safe expressing emotions
âś” Build coping skills
âś” Develop healthy attachment patterns

Family-centered behavioral health care can help break generational cycles and support healing for everyone involved.

Mental health challenges affect the whole family. 319-0000.

Did you know?Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark’s research on children’s self-perception and identity helped shape how we understand...
02/10/2026

Did you know?

Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark’s research on children’s self-perception and identity helped shape how we understand the connection between environment, self-esteem, and emotional development.

Her work continues to influence how mental health professionals support children and adolescents today.

Representation and culturally informed care matter, especially in behavioral health.

Partnering to Deliver Heart & HopeOn January 30, 2026, Hospital for Behavioral Medicine had the honor of hosting a speci...
02/09/2026

Partnering to Deliver Heart & Hope
On January 30, 2026, Hospital for Behavioral Medicine had the honor of hosting a special reception with Tyler’s Heart, an organization born from love, loss, and the determination to turn pain into purpose by spreading kindness and raising awareness around mental health.
Thanks to their generous donation, our teams assembled Heart & Hope Care Packages designed to provide comfort, encouragement, and a tangible reminder of support for individuals transitioning after receiving care. Each package contained essential personal care items, an age-appropriate (kids, teens, or adults) guided journal, and a thoughtful hand-written note of encouragement personally crafted by each Tyler’s Heart board member. More than supplies, each package symbolized compassion in action. The event also included powerful impact stories from members of our staff, who shared firsthand perspectives on the importance of connection, dignity, and hope when caring for each person who walks through our doors. Guests also heard a moving story by Veronika, a courageous young woman who reflected on how compassionate care, commitment to the healing process, and community supports can make a meaningful difference during vulnerable moments in life.
Tyler’s Heart was founded with a mission “to bring awareness to mental health by providing education/resources to our local schools and communities and continuing acts of kindness through Tyler’s Heart.” Their commitment to education, outreach, and simple but powerful acts of kindness mirrors our own belief that healing extends beyond clinical care. Community partnerships like this strengthen the circle of support surrounding those we serve.
We are grateful to Tyler’s Heart for helping us share hope in such a tangible and heartfelt way.
Together, we continue building a community where compassion leads and no one feels alone.

Today is Time to Talk Day - a reminder that conversations about mental health can be life-changing.Research shows that s...
02/06/2026

Today is Time to Talk Day - a reminder that conversations about mental health can be life-changing.

Research shows that social connection and emotional expression are protective factors against depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Simply being heard reduces feelings of isolation and shame.

You don’t need perfect words.
Try: “I’ve noticed you seem stressed lately. Want to talk about it?”

When conversations uncover deeper struggles, professional mental health care can provide the next layer of support, from outpatient therapy to more structured treatment when needed.

Talking is a first step. Support makes the journey safer.

MYTH or FACT: Low self-esteem is just a personality trait.Myth!FACT: Persistent low self-esteem is often connected to an...
02/06/2026

MYTH or FACT: Low self-esteem is just a personality trait.

Myth!

FACT: Persistent low self-esteem is often connected to anxiety, depression, trauma, and learned negative belief patterns. Self-esteem is shaped by experiences, environment, and mental health - and it can improve with the right support and tools.
Therapy can help individuals:
âś” Identify harmful thought patterns
âś” Build self-compassion
âś” Strengthen emotional resilience

Struggling silently isn’t the only option. Support can make a meaningful difference.

February is International Boost Self-Esteem Month, and self-esteem is more than just “feeling good about yourself. ”Clin...
02/05/2026

February is International Boost Self-Esteem Month, and self-esteem is more than just “feeling good about yourself. ”Clinically, chronic low self-esteem is strongly linked to anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, and difficulty forming healthy relationships. Negative self-beliefs can become deeply ingrained and affect how people interpret everyday experiences. One evidence-based strategy used in therapy is cognitive reframing - helping individuals recognize unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more balanced perspectives.

Try this today:Instead of “I always mess things up,” ask:👉 “What evidence do I have that this is always true?”

If negative self-talk feels constant or overwhelming, professional support can help build healthier thinking patterns and emotional resilience.

February is Black History Month - a time to honor the profound contributions Black leaders have made to the advancement ...
02/05/2026

February is Black History Month - a time to honor the profound contributions Black leaders have made to the advancement of behavioral health, psychology, and emotional wellness.

Throughout history, Black pioneers have helped shape how we understand mental health, trauma, resilience, and culturally responsive care. This month we recognize leaders such as:
• Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller – One of the first Black psychiatrists in the U.S., whose groundbreaking research advanced the understanding of Alzheimer’s disease.
• Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark – Psychologist whose research on identity and self-esteem in children changed national conversations about mental health and social development.
• Dr. Joseph White – Known as the “Father of Black Psychology,” who advocated for culturally informed mental health care.
• Dr. Maxie Clarence Maultsby Jr. – Creator of Rational Behavior Therapy, a precursor to many modern cognitive-behavioral approaches.

Their work reminds us that mental health care must honor culture, lived experience, and community. Throughout February, we’ll be sharing more insights and trivia about leaders who shaped the behavioral health field.

Some seasons feel heavier than others — and winter can be one of them. If weekly therapy isn’t quite enough support, but...
02/03/2026

Some seasons feel heavier than others — and winter can be one of them. If weekly therapy isn’t quite enough support, but inpatient care isn’t the right fit, our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) might be the middle ground you’ve been looking for.
IOP offers structured group therapy, clinical support, and real-life coping skills — all while allowing patients to continue work, school, and home life.
Extra support. Real connection. Practical tools.
Our intake team is available 24/7/365 to help you get started, because getting help should feel doable.
đź“ž844-319-0000

What is IOP? Our Intensive Outpatient Program bridges the gap between inpatient care and independent living, offering st...
01/27/2026

What is IOP?
Our Intensive Outpatient Program bridges the gap between inpatient care and independent living, offering structured therapeutic support while allowing patients to maintain their daily responsibilities. It’s one more way we meet patients where they are and support long-term recovery.
IOP supports recovery beyond inpatient care—providing structure, therapy, and community as individuals continue healing. Because ongoing support makes all the difference.

Today is Maternal Health Awareness Day, a time to recognize the strength of mothers — and the importance of caring for t...
01/23/2026

Today is Maternal Health Awareness Day, a time to recognize the strength of mothers — and the importance of caring for their mental health at every stage of motherhood. Pregnancy and postpartum are seasons of incredible change, and for many women they also come with anxiety, depression, trauma, or overwhelming stress. Maternal mental health is not a luxury — it is essential to the health of families and future generations. We are committed to supporting mothers with compassionate, specialized behavioral health care so no one has to navigate this journey alone.
Because when moms are supported, families thrive. đź’—

January is often about new beginnings, but for those struggling with substance use, "starting fresh" can feel overwhelmi...
01/21/2026

January is often about new beginnings, but for those struggling with substance use, "starting fresh" can feel overwhelming, even impossible.
Here's what we want you to know: You don't have to wait for rock bottom. You don't have to have it all figured out. You just have to take the first step.
What "starting fresh" in recovery really means? It's not erasing the past - it's learning from it. It's not perfection - it's progress, one day at a time. It's not doing it alone - it's building a support system. It's not shame - it's courage to choose differently.

Common barriers people face:
• "I've tried before and failed." Relapse is often part of recovery, not failure.
• "My family has given up on me." Treatment can help rebuild those relationships.
• "I can't afford to take time off." Our IOP programs work around your schedule.
• "I'm scared of withdrawal." Medical support makes it safer and more comfortable.

At Hospital for Behavioral Medicine, our co-occurring disorder programs treat both substance use AND mental health because they're deeply connected.
The best time to start was yesterday.
The second best time is today.

đź“ž Take the first step: Call us at (844) 319-0000
You deserve a fresh start. We're here to help you build it.

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