Beacon Behavioral Outpatient - Hammond

Focused on improving mental health and managing changes in behavior, Beacon Behavioral Outpatient - Hammond offers an intensive outpatient program (IOP) for adults 18 and older. Located on Plaza Deluxe, they treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychosis, and substance use issues related to mental health conditions. Their program includes three therapeutic group sessions per day, 3-5 days a week, helping adults strengthen coping skills and manage symptoms that interfere with daily activities.

Understanding Symptoms and Building Coping Skills

Their treatment combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thought patterns, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques to manage emotions, and solution-focused therapy to work toward practical goals. Alongside these therapies, psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners conduct assessments and manage medications. Their co-occurring program also includes drug and alcohol education, helping adults recognize factors linked to substance use, identify emotional and behavioral changes, and develop strategies for managing relapse.

Compassionate Care Since 1998

Beacon Behavioral began in 1998 as a community mental health center and has since expanded their mental health services across multiple locations. Their multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and counseling staff who work together to support progress. They offer free confidential pre-admission assessments, transportation assistance, lunch, and light snacks during treatment.