Outpatient Mental Health Programs

We offer compassionate care for children, teens and adults in locations near where you live and work. You may step down to our outpatient programs after an inpatient stay. Or you may join the program directly to get the more intensive mental health care you need.

West Oaks Hospital has been a trusted source for mental health care in the Houston area for more than four decades. Our outpatient mental health services are part of our commitment to providing patients and families with attentive, tailored care.

Highlights of our program include:

• Easy access: Services are available in two locations. Branches Houston is on our hospital campus. Branches Katy is in a suburban medical complex. Whichever location you choose, we make assessments, admissions and next steps as straightforward as possible.
• Seamless care: After an inpatient stay at West Oaks Hospital, many people continue treatment through our outpatient mental health programs. Receiving care from a program you already know and trust can help ease the transition back to daily life.
• Convenient assessments: You can walk in, call or schedule online for an outpatient assessment at either location. A mental health professional meets with you to learn about your symptoms and goals. If admitted, you may be eligible to start treatment the same day. For more information, contact us.

We offer two outpatient programs, each with a different level of support:

PHP is our full-time program. Adults attend from 8 a.m. to noon, and children and teens attend from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

PHP offers consistent treatment in a thoughtful and caring environment. You receive daily mental health support with the intensity of inpatient programming while returning home for evenings and weekends. This approach helps you practice coping strategies in real life.

IOP, our part-time program, meets from 10 a.m. to noon for adults and 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. for children and teens. It provides structured care in shorter sessions several days a week. This format gives you flexibility to manage school, work or other responsibilities while receiving steady support. It’s a flexible option that helps you stay connected to knowledgeable mental health professionals as you move forward with your life.

We offer outpatient mental health programs for:

Our outpatient mental health services for children provide space to explore and express big feelings. Common issues we help address include:

• Anxiety or depression
• Changes at home, such as divorce, separation or moving
• Difficulties at school

Therapists use games and creative activities to help your child make sense of what they’re experiencing. We also help them develop healthy ways to cope with the challenges they are facing.

Outpatient mental health for teens helps your child work through challenges such as:

• Peer pressure or bullying
• Self-esteem issues
• Substance use tied to underlying mental health concerns

Your child benefits from listening to and sharing experiences with other adolescents. We support these efforts through group discussions and creative activities that teach your child how to handle issues in healthier ways.

Outpatient care for adults offers support when you’re managing mental health concerns alongside the responsibilities of daily life.

We frequently help people with:

• Anxiety or depression
• Stress related to work or family
• Grief, trauma or major life changes

Our programs give you practical strategies for coping with and navigating daily life. We also offer a dedicated program for women, designed to address experiences such as postpartum changes and other transitions.

Call 713-995-0909 to schedule a confidential intake assessment. For non-urgent inquiries, you can also complete our contact form.