At Arkview Behavioral Health, we understand how overwhelming mental health challenges can feel. When emotions are intense, relationships feel strained, and daily responsibilities become difficult to manage, it can be hard to know where to turn. Our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-informed outpatient program is designed to give adults the tools and support they need to regain control, improve emotional well-being, and live a more balanced life.
We combine compassionate, evidence-based care with individualized treatment planning, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and the involvement of a doctor in developing effective treatment plans. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or personality disorders, our clinicians are here to guide you toward healing and personal growth.
Our team of experienced professionals, including psychiatrists, therapists, and nurse practitioners, works collaboratively to provide compassionate care tailored to each person’s unique needs. We believe that mental wellness is essential for a fulfilling life, and our approach centers on developing personalized treatment plans that empower individuals to manage their symptoms, build resilience, and maintain long-term recovery. By offering a broad range of health services and support, we strive to help every patient and their family achieve greater stability, balance, and hope for the future.
Is Outpatient Treatment Right For You?
- Struggle with overwhelming emotions that feel hard to manage
- Experience intense stress or difficulty keeping up with daily responsibilities
- Have trouble maintaining healthy relationships or setting boundaries
- Live with anxiety, depression, or mood disorders that impact your quality of life
- Have been diagnosed with a personality disorder or struggle with emotional dysregulation
- Need a structured program to build skills without stepping away from home, work, or school
Our outpatient programs are ideal for individuals who want to build a foundation of skills to manage symptoms, prevent crisis situations, and strengthen overall mental health.
Conditions We Treat
Major Depressive Disorder is characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite or sleep, low energy, and difficulty concentrating. It goes beyond temporary feelings of sadness and can significantly interfere with daily life, relationships, and work.
Our comprehensive mental health services include access to psychiatry and outpatient counseling, ensuring a full continuum of care for our clients.
Bipolar Disorder involves cycles of extreme mood changes, shifting between depressive episodes and periods of mania or hypomania. During manic phases, individuals may feel unusually energetic, impulsive, or euphoric, while depressive phases are marked by sadness, hopelessness, and fatigue.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder causes excessive, uncontrollable worry about everyday situations. People with GAD often experience restlessness, tension, difficulty sleeping, and trouble concentrating, even when there is no immediate threat.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder involves intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) that create anxiety, along with repetitive behaviors or mental rituals (compulsions) performed to reduce distress. These patterns can interfere with daily activities and relationships.
Panic Disorder is marked by sudden, intense episodes of fear known as panic attacks. These attacks may include rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness, and a sense of impending danger or loss of control, even when no real threat exists.
Borderline Personality Disorder involves unstable emotions, self-image, and relationships. People with BPD may experience intense mood swings, fear of abandonment, impulsive behaviors, and difficulty managing anger or stress.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance of reminders, heightened anxiety, and emotional numbness, often disrupting work, relationships, and daily functioning.
Emotional Dysregulation refers to difficulty managing and responding to intense emotions in healthy ways. It can lead to impulsive actions, frequent mood swings, and challenges in relationships, often appearing in various mental health conditions.
Co-occurring disorders occur when a person experiences both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder at the same time. These conditions can interact, making symptoms more severe and recovery more complex, requiring integrated treatment.
While this outpatient program is focused on mental health treatment, Arkview also provides medical detox and residential care for individuals who primarily need support for substance use disorders. For those who experience both mental health and substance use challenges, including addiction, our team offers specialized programs that emphasize integrated care approaches. Accurate diagnosis of co-occurring disorders is essential for effective treatment, and our collaborative care model ensures you receive the right level of support.
Our DBT-Informed Approach
- Understand and regulate your emotions
- Manage crises and distress without harmful coping behaviors
- Improve communication and strengthen relationships
- Develop self-awareness and mindfulness to stay grounded
The Four Core DBT Skill Modules
There are four core skills clients learn in dialectical behavior therapy.
- Mindfulness – Being Present in the Moment
Learn how to stay centered and aware, rather than reacting automatically to stress or difficult emotions. Mindfulness skills help you observe your thoughts, feelings, and environment without judgment. - Distress Tolerance – Getting Through Tough Situations
These skills teach you how to handle intense emotions and crises without making the situation worse. You’ll learn healthy coping strategies to stay safe and grounded when life feels overwhelming. - Emotion Regulation – Identifying and Managing Intense Feelings
Understand your emotional responses and build techniques to prevent mood swings or extreme reactions. Emotion regulation empowers you to take control of your feelings, rather than letting them control you. - Interpersonal Effectiveness – Maintaining Healthy Boundaries and Connections
Strengthen your ability to communicate, ask for what you need, and maintain meaningful relationships while respecting your own boundaries and the boundaries of others.
Through these modules, clients gain practical skills that apply to everyday life, ensuring that the tools learned in treatment can be carried into real-world situations.
Program Structure and Services
Arkview Behavioral Health’s Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Pennsylvania provides five days per week of structured programming. This level of care is ideal for adults who need a high level of support during the day but are able to return home at night. The PHP combines group therapy, individual therapy, and psychiatric care to create a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses both emotional and behavioral health needs. Patients gain the benefits of intensive care while maintaining a connection to their home environment.
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Pennsylvania offers three days per week of treatment, providing flexibility for those who need continued care but can manage school, work, or family responsibilities. The program emphasizes DBT skill-building and personalized therapy, ensuring that each client receives support tailored to their specific goals. With a structured yet manageable schedule, IOP helps individuals practice new coping strategies in real-life settings between sessions.
Both the PHP and IOP are customized to meet individual needs, typically running for 4 to 12 weeks. The duration of treatment depends on your personal progress, the intensity of symptoms, and recommendations from your care team. This flexible approach ensures that you receive enough support to build lasting skills without unnecessary time in treatment.
Our outpatient mental health programs offer a comprehensive blend of therapies and support services.
- Weekly Individual Therapy: Private one-on-one sessions to address personal challenges and monitor progress.
- DBT Skills Groups: Collaborative group sessions where clients learn and practice DBT modules in a supportive setting.
- Psychiatric Evaluation and Medication Management: Ongoing assessments to ensure medication plans align with treatment goals.
- Family or Couples Support: Opportunities for loved ones to participate when helpful, improving understanding and strengthening relationships.
This coordinated structure ensures that every client receives personalized, high-quality care designed to promote long-term recovery and stability.
Benefits of Outpatient Care
Our outpatient programs are an excellent option for individuals who are stepping down from inpatient or residential care, as well as those who need structured support without leaving home. With services including individual therapy, family counseling, psychiatric care, and DBT skills groups, clients get the same high-quality treatment found in more intensive programs while preserving their independence.
By choosing outpatient treatment, you gain access to ongoing professional support, practical coping strategies, and a strong therapeutic community. This helps you manage symptoms, build healthier relationships, and maintain progress in recovery, all while minimizing disruption to your routines. With convenient Pennsylvania locations, Arkview Behavioral Health makes it easy to stay on track with your mental health goals close to home.
What to Expect from Treatment
Here’s what you can expect:
- Personalized Care Plans: Your treatment is tailored to your individual goals, challenges, and strengths.
- Compassionate Clinicians: Our therapists and medical providers create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment.
- Practical Skill Development: You’ll learn strategies that can be used immediately in real-world situations.
- Ongoing Support: Regular progress reviews ensure your care plan evolves as your needs change.
The goal is not only to reduce symptoms but to equip you with the tools to maintain stability and thrive long-term.
Insurance and Payment Options for Mental Health
- Private pay options are available for those without insurance.
- Sliding scale arrangements may also be considered to ensure affordability.
Our admissions specialists are available to answer questions about costs, coverage, and payment options, helping you start treatment without unnecessary delays.
Visit Our Locations
- 4950 Wilson Lane | Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
- 31 Mills Street – Second Level | East York, PA 17402
Both facilities are designed to offer a calm, supportive environment where you can focus fully on recovery.
Call Arkview Behavioral Health
Take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced life. At Arkview Behavioral Health, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone.
