Types of Mental Health Treatment
Understanding the different types of mental health treatment can help you find the right care for your needs. Here is an overview of the main treatment options available in Ohio.
Outpatient services allow you to receive mental health treatment while continuing to live at home and maintain your daily routine. This is the most common form of mental health treatment.
What it includes:
- •Individual therapy/counseling
- •Group therapy sessions
- •Psychiatric medication management
- •Family therapy
- •Intensive outpatient programs (IOP)
- •Partial hospitalization programs (PHP)
Best for:
People with mild to moderate symptoms who can function in daily life, or those stepping down from more intensive care.
Inpatient psychiatric care provides round-the-clock treatment in a hospital setting. This level of care is typically for people experiencing acute mental health crises who need constant monitoring and support.
What it includes:
- •24-hour nursing care
- •Psychiatric evaluation and treatment
- •Medication management
- •Individual and group therapy
- •Crisis stabilization
- •Discharge planning
Best for:
People experiencing severe symptoms, suicidal thoughts, psychosis, or who are unable to care for themselves safely.
Residential treatment programs provide 24-hour care in a non-hospital setting. Residents live at the facility while receiving intensive treatment and learning skills for recovery.
What it includes:
- •Structured therapeutic environment
- •Individual and group therapy
- •Life skills training
- •Medication management
- •Recreation therapy
- •Transitional planning
Best for:
People who need more support than outpatient care but don't require hospital-level medical monitoring.
Crisis services provide immediate support for mental health emergencies. These services are designed to stabilize people in crisis and connect them with ongoing care.
What it includes:
- •Crisis hotlines (988)
- •Mobile crisis teams
- •Crisis stabilization units
- •Psychiatric emergency services
- •Crisis residential programs
- •Peer support services
Best for:
Anyone experiencing a mental health emergency, suicidal thoughts, or acute psychiatric symptoms.
Substance use treatment helps people recover from addiction to alcohol, drugs, or other substances. Many facilities treat co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders together.
What it includes:
- •Medical detoxification
- •Residential rehabilitation
- •Outpatient treatment
- •Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
- •12-step programs
- •Dual diagnosis treatment
Best for:
People struggling with substance use disorders, often alongside mental health conditions.
Specialized programs provide targeted treatment for specific populations or conditions that may require unique approaches or expertise.
What it includes:
- •Child and adolescent programs
- •Veterans services
- •Trauma-informed care
- •Eating disorder treatment
- •LGBTQ+ affirming care
- •Older adult programs
Best for:
People with specific needs that benefit from specialized expertise and tailored treatment approaches.
Good to Know
Mental health treatment exists on a continuum from outpatient to inpatient. Your provider can help determine the right level of care based on symptom severity, safety concerns, and support needs.
The best treatment type depends on your individual needs, preferences, and circumstances. Many people move between levels of care as their needs change.
Most insurance plans cover mental health treatment. Contact your insurance provider or the facility directly to understand your coverage and any out-of-pocket costs.
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