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Outpatient Mental Health Care

Weekly support that fits real life—evidence-based care that meets you where you are.

Program Description

A Mental Health Outpatient Program (OP) delivers boutique, maintenance-level care for adults who have either completed higher levels of treatment or require consistent, lighter-touch support. Outpatient programming meets people where everyday life happens. Adults step down from higher levels of care or begin care here if symptoms remain stable, so progress can keep pace with real-world responsibilities rather than pause for them.

Operating from a fully remodeled 2025 facility in Cherry Hill, New Jersey—ten minutes from Center City Philadelphia and under an hour from the Jersey Shore—the program pairs accessibility with privacy. At The Garden, weekly or bi-weekly appointments allow clients to stay close to the therapeutic process while continuing to meet job deadlines, attend classes, and keep family routines intact.

Why Outpatient Mental Health Care Works

Outpatient’s practicality never sacrifices clinical depth. Therapy groups are limited to eight to ten participants, preserving confidentiality and ensuring every voice is heard.

Licensed therapists, psychiatric providers, and experiential specialists still deliver the full menu of services—individual therapy, medication management, life-skills coaching, and holistic modalities—just arranged in shorter, more focused blocks.

Case managers add another safety net, helping clients file FMLA paperwork or coordinate legal documents so treatment and employment can move forward together.

Financial logistics are streamlined as well. Because The Garden is out-of-network with all insurers, admissions specialists verify benefits up front, explain projected costs, and coach participants on maximizing reimbursements; a private-pay option is available for those who prefer a single, predictable invoice.

As discharge nears, the team builds a personalized aftercare plan including alumni events and community referrals so the same support clients counted on inside the clinic follows them home, safeguarding long-term mental health gains. [6]

Outpatient Care Therapies

Individual Therapy (CBT & DBT)

One-on-one sessions use cognitive-behavioral and dialectical frameworks to identify distorted thinking, build emotion-regulation skills, and set measurable goals, laying the groundwork for lasting symptom management. [2]

Group Therapy

Therapist-led meetings of eight to ten peers foster accountability, allow for practicing communication skills, and provide real-time feedback in a confidential setting that normalizes shared challenges. [3]

Family Therapy

Structured sessions bring relatives into treatment to repair strained relationships, set healthy boundaries, and align home dynamics with clinical objectives—key factors in sustainable recovery. [4]

Family Systems Therapy

By focusing on the family as a whole, sessions treat the family as an interconnected system where each member influences the others.

Motivational Interviewing

Brief, goal-oriented conversations strengthen intrinsic motivation for wellness habits such as medication adherence, balanced routines, and ongoing therapy participation. [5]

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Clinicians employ safety-first techniques that help clients process adverse experiences, reducing hyper-arousal and intrusive memories that often complicate mood and anxiety disorders. [6]

Yoga & Breathwork Therapy

Guided movement and controlled breathing calm the nervous system, enhance body awareness, and reinforce mindfulness skills introduced in talk therapy.

Art Therapy

Creative expression offers a non-verbal outlet for complex emotions, helping participants externalize and reinterpret difficult experiences while strengthening self-esteem.

Life Skills Development

Practical workshops cover time management, budgeting, and effective communication, translating clinical insights into everyday resilience.

Medication Management

Board-certified psychiatric providers evaluate medication needs, adjust dosages, and monitor side effects to ensure optimal symptom relief within an integrated care plan.

Case Management & Aftercare Planning

Specialists verify out-of-network benefits, assist with FMLA or legal documentation, and craft step-down plans—including alumni groups and community resources—to maintain momentum post-discharge.

Admissions & Ongoing Support

From the first phone call, admissions teams put people at ease by gathering a clear clinical picture, confirming insurance benefits, and presenting transparent private-pay options for anyone who prefers a straightforward bill.

A customized care roadmap follows, spelling out weekly appointments, therapy priorities, and simple milestones that mark real progress.

Once enrolled, each participant meets a full support circle—medical and clinical directors, primary therapist, case manager, and experiential specialists. This team checks in regularly, fine-tuning goals and celebrating wins so momentum never stalls.

As graduation day nears, staff craft an aftercare plan that can weave in ongoing therapy sessions, alumni gatherings, and introductions to trusted community groups. The result is a smooth hand-off, not a hard stop, keeping support close long after formal sessions end.

Altogether, this wrap-around process shows The Garden’s commitment to compassionate professionalism: top-tier mental-health care that fits comfortably into the routines and responsibilities of everyday life.

Frequently Asked Questions about Outpatient Mental Health Care (OP)

How often are sessions scheduled?

The outpatient program meets one to two times per week, providing steady support without overwhelming professional or family schedules.

Which mental health conditions are addressed?

Clinicians treat primary mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, generalized or social anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and stress-related concerns with evidence-based and holistic therapies.

What is the typical length of treatment?

Length of participation varies by individual goals and clinical progress; the treatment team reviews readiness for discharge on an ongoing basis.

Can clients keep working or studying while in treatment?

Yes. Programs are built for professionals, students, and caregivers who need structured flexibility; case managers can also assist with FMLA paperwork when job protection is required.

How does OP differ from IOP or Partial Care?

Attendance distinguishes the levels: OP requires 1–2 sessions per week; IOP involves 3–5 sessions per week; Partial Care spans several hours per day on most weekdays. Clients shift to the level that matches current symptom intensity and daily life demands.

What payment options exist?

The Garden is out-of-network with all insurers; admissions specialists verify benefits, explain estimated out-of-pocket costs, and coach clients on maximizing reimbursement. A straightforward private-pay route is also available for those seeking a simplified billing process.

What happens after someone completes the Outpatient Program?

As discharge approaches, clinicians meet with each participant to map out next steps. The resulting aftercare plan may pair ongoing therapy with alumni meet-ups and introductions to nearby support groups—practical bridges that keep new skills solid once formal sessions wind down.

Sources

[1] Nami, & Nami. (2024a, February 7). The value of structured outpatient treatment. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). https://www.nami.org/treatment/the-value-of-structured-outpatient-treatment/

[2] Psychotherapies. (n.d.-b). National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/psychotherapies

[3] Marmarosh, C. L., Sandage, S., Wade, N., Captari, L. E., & Crabtree, S. (2022). New horizons in group psychotherapy research and practice from third wave positive psychology: a practice-friendly review. Research in Psychotherapy Psychopathology Process and Outcome. https://doi.org/10.4081/ripppo.2022.643

[4] Professional, C. C. M. (2025d, June 30). Family therapy. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/24454-family-therapy

[5] Bischof, G., Bischof, A., & Rumpf, H. (2021). Motivational Interviewing: An Evidence-Based Approach for Use in Medical practice. Deutsches Ärzteblatt International. https://doi.org/10.3238/arztebl.m2021.0014

[6] Yadav, G., McNamara, S., & Gunturu, S. (2024c, August 16). Trauma-Informed therapy. StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK604200/