About Branches
Branches levels of care provide a structured continuum of treatment for wherever an adult or adolescent may be on the path to stability and recovery. The most appropriate outpatient level of care may depend on the severity of mental health or SUD symptoms, most recent level of care and its outcomes for the patient, funding resources and personal preference. We can help you make the right choice for that next step.
Branches Locations
We have two Branches locations available for in-person programming and services.
Branches Programs and Services
Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)
PHP is an intensive, highly structured day treatment program that promotes healthy skill development through evidence-based group therapies. These programs offer full-day treatment and support for the patient remaining in or returning to the community while facing the stress and pressures of daily life. PHP requires approximately six hours of attendance, five days each week, for two to three weeks for most patients. We also offer PHP in Spanish at our Branches Jamaica Plain location.
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
IOP is a highly structured treatment program that is slightly less intensive than PHP and that also promotes healthy skill development through evidence-based group therapies. These programs offer part-time treatment and support for the patient while remaining in or returning to school or work. The co-occurring mental health and substance use IOP is also designated as Structured Outpatient Addiction Program (SOAP) by some resources. IOP requires three hours of attendance, three days each week, for two to three weeks.
Program for Latino Adults, in Spanish
¡Servicios y programas de salud mental ambulatoria ofrecidos completamente en español! We offer multiple levels of outpatient care that is culturally competent for the Latino community at our Branches Jamaica Plain location. Our specialty-trained, Spanish-Bilingual professionals offer services that may include medication management, psychiatric care, therapies and case management. Treatment may cover topics such as coping skills, stress management, personal safety and relapse prevention, and may include elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Traditional Outpatient Services
To seek a new patient appointment and/or to seek more information for any of our outpatient services, please share your information and the services you are seeking on our Contact Us page and a member of our Outpatient Services staff will reach out.
Our counseling groups currently include DBT Skills Group and Alumni Support Group, both offered Virtual only.
- DBT Skills Group is offered Tuesdays at 5:00 pm via zoom for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict and emotional distress. This group helps the development and improvement of skills including mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
- Alumni Support Group is offered Thursdays at 6:00 pm via zoom for former Arbour Hospital patients and Branches outpatient clients, consisting of processing, skill building, expressive therapy and psychoeducation to support transitions into daily life and routines.
Recovery Coaches
Our recovery coaches are available to individuals in substance use recovery navigating the challenges of building and navigating sobriety. Our recovery coaches are here to help individuals stay on the path to recovery.
Why Branches Outpatient?
Best outcomes following an inpatient stay involve prompt follow-up care and continued treatment at lower levels of care. Outpatient care can address a worsening behavioral health condition to prevent hospitalization as well. Arbour Hospital’s Branches outpatient programs and services offer continuity between each level of care, especially for patients who do not have established care for these next steps prior to being an inpatient with Arbour Hospital.
Don’t Delay the Next Step
According to many mental health research and advocacy groups, people delay seeking treatment on average 11 years after beginning to experience symptoms of mental health distress. Starting sooner than later or continuing to the next level of care within a day of discharge from the previous level of care can dramatically reduce symptoms and lead to more sustainable and better outcomes. Call us today.
Learn More
Call our intake staff 24/7 to learn more or schedule an initial assessment for PHP or IOP. Schedule a PHP/IOP Initial Assessment easily online.
Outpatient Programs Designed for You
Arbour Hospital has been serving patients since 1909, and we’re here to serve you, now, too. If you or a loved one might benefit from one of our outpatient mental health services, please reach out to us today by calling 833-227-2687. Don’t hesitate to get the help you need, today.
