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Welcome to Outpatient Behavioral Health at MedStar Washington Hospital Center
The MedStar Health Outpatient Behavioral Health program provides evidence-based, patient-centered care using a team approach that draws on the expertise of our diverse and experienced staff.
As the foundation for our treatment, we offer the following programs:
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
Our PHP is designed for patients who require intensive, structured treatment five days a week, yet do not require the 24-hour care provided through our Inpatient Program. Patients can enter the program in two ways—either as a “step down” from an inpatient hospitalization, or as a “step up” from a community or outpatient setting.
Licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists meet with patients to continually review progress. The PHP is offered Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. EST. American Heart Association dietary nutrition is provided for breakfast and lunch.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Our IOP provides group psychotherapy three days a week. It creates a safe, supportive environment in which individuals can learn about mental illness, better understand symptoms, gain more awareness of emotions and patterns they engage in, and develop coping skills and increased capacity to solve problems – all with the goal of maintaining mental health.
Addiction — Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Our IOP provides addiction-related and co-occurring group psychotherapy three days a week. It creates a safe, supportive environment in which individuals can learn about mental illness, better understand symptoms, gain more awareness of emotions and patterns they engage in, and develop coping skills and increased capacity to solve problems – all with the goal of maintaining mental health.
Psychiatry and Therapy Clinic
Our team of psychiatrists provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
Behavioral health and Addiction treatment options are available, including: Group, Individual, and Family therapy, provided by our experienced team of therapists, utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities. Please call us for additional information at: 202-877-6333, option 1 or email us at WOBHAppointmentScheduling@medstar.net.
Affirmative Therapy Outpatient Behavioral Health & Psychiatry also provides Gender Affirming services and culturally competent LGBTQIA+ care. If you are interested in learning more about any of these services, please email GenderAffirmingServices@MedStar.net for more information and/or to schedule an appointment.