About the Program
The Intensive Outpatient Program treats
adults 18 years or older, with a mood disorder with a
state-of-the-art combination of psychotherapy and pharmacology.
Patient referrals begin with a comprehensive assessment
to insure the individual’s needs can be met in an
outpatient setting. Patients meet Monday through Friday
for group therapy and are also seen by a psychiatrist
or advanced practice nurse for medication management.
Each patient has an individual treatment plan and the
length of stay is short term. Prior to discharge, treatment
recommendations and appointments for follow-up care will
be in place to assure continuity of care.
What is a Mood disorder?
Mood disorders include various forms of
depression and bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness),
and are serious brain disorders that can affect people
of all ages. Mood disorders cause significant changes
in mood, energy, and behavior, which can make it difficult
or impossible to function effectively in everyday life.
Fortunately there are many treatments available to help
people with mood disorders.
Each year, almost 44 million Americans
experience a mental disorder. In fact, mental illnesses
are among the most common conditions affecting health
today. Researchers believe mental illnesses are caused
by complex imbalances in the brain's chemical activity,
as well as environmental factors that can play a part
in triggering, or cushioning against, the onset of mental
illness.
Our Team
Prashant Gajwani,
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Clinical Director
Steven Hampl,
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Psychologist
Edwin Shirley,
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Psychologist
Suzanne M. Jarm,
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Advanced Practice Nurse - Ambulatory (Adult)
Darlene D. Foth,
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Clinical Coordinator
Contact Us
Darlene
D. Foth, ATR-BC, LSW, Clinical Coordinator at 216-844-2874.
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