Download The Mood Disorders Program

Location
W.O. Walker Center
Third Floor, Suite 3151
10524 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44106
216-844-2874 • 216-844-2836 (fax)
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"Art is the window to man’s soul…” – C. Johnson
Behavioral Health
Patients in the past who have experienced mood disorder
symptoms that significantly impaired their ability to
function at home, work or in an educational setting,
often found themselves in the hospital for treatment
of their illness.
However, times have changed. Now people who suffer
with acute symptoms of depression, mania or anxiety
can find relief by attending the University Hospitals Mood
Disorders Intensive Outpatient Program. The program
allows patients to remain at home while they receive the
medical treatment they need without spending time in
the hospital.
Our specialized treatment team focuses on stabilization
of acute mood symptoms with medication and therapy.
Research
The Mood Disorders Department conducts research
which helps physicians understand and treat mood
disorders. In turn, patients live healthier, happier and
more productive lives.
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is a
NIMH Bipolar Center of Excellence.
Cleveland Medical Center
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Cleveland Medical Center
Department of Psychiatry
Mood Disorders Intensive
Outpatient Program
Eligible Patients
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P atients who are 18 years or older and do not need
24-hour care
P atients who can benefit from a rapid stabilization
treatment program to prevent further deterioration
of symptoms
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P atients who need intensive education on how to
manage their illness and symptoms
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P atients who have been treated by traditional methods
but remain symptomatic or refractory
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P atients who are motivated and want to work toward
improvement in their behavioral health recovery
Every patient is unique.
Treatments and Therapies
Goals
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Provide the highest quality of care for every patient
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T reat mood disorders with a combination of
psychotherapy and pharmacology.
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Stabilize acute episodes
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T o educate patients and their families about the signs
and symptoms of their behavioral health issues
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E mpower patients with knowledge to help decrease
the chance of relapse in the future
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T o facilitate a positive transition from a hospital setting
to an outpatient program or to prevent hospitalization
Caring Staff
The staff consists of clinical behavioral health
professionals with extensive experience in treating mood
disorders with state-of-the-art treatment modalities.
Quality care is provided through a multidisciplinary
biopsychosocial approach.
Program Information
Group therapy sessions with a specific specialized focus
The University Hospitals Mood Disorders Intensive
Outpatient Program is located in a comfortable and
confidential environment. Patients begin with a
comprehensive intake assessment to ensure the individual's
needs can be met in an outpatient setting.
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Anger management
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Art therapy
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A ssertiveness skills
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Cognitive behavioral therapy
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Daily mood charting
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Family involvement and education
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Goal setting and time management
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Guided imagery and relaxation
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Illness education
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Medication management
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Music therapy
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Self-esteem
Contact Us
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Stress management
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Steps to recovery
For more information or to schedule an intake
appointment, please contact us at 216-844-2874.
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S pecial young transitional adult group 18 to 25 years of
age that address the needs of our younger patients
Patients attend the program Monday through Friday for
three hours a day, 9 a.m. to noon, in a group setting. The
length of stay in the program is short-term, approximately
six to eight weeks. Patients are seen by a psychiatrist on
a regular basis for medication management. Each patient
has an individual treatment plan and, prior to discharge,
appointments for follow-up care are arranged to assure
continuity of care.
The treatment team closely collaborates with the patient's
primary care provider or specialist if requested. The patient's
behavioral health benefits will be verified prior to starting
the University Hospitals Mood Disorders Intensive
Outpatient Program.
John Heather, MD
Medical Director, IOP Mood Disorders Program
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Darlene D. Foth, PCC-S, ATR-BC, ATCS
Clinical Coordinator, Intensive Outpatient Program
Professional Clinical Counselor/Art Psychotherapist