Pennsylvania Behavioral Health Center
Outpatient (OP)

Outpatient Mental Health Services in Pennsylvania

Ongoing individual therapy, group therapy, and psychiatric care — the final phase in our continuum of care, in Phoenixville, PA and statewide via telehealth.

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Content reviewed by Dr. Jeffrey Simon, MD, Medical Director & Psychiatrist

Last reviewed: 2026-07-13

The Program

Understanding Outpatient Mental Health Care

Outpatient (OP) care is the least intensive, most flexible level in our continuum of treatment — ongoing individual therapy, group therapy, and medication management on a regular schedule, typically weekly or biweekly, without the multi-hour weekly time commitment of PHP or IOP. For many people, OP is where lasting stability actually gets built: applying skills learned in more intensive treatment to daily life, with consistent support along the way.

The National Institute of Mental Health notes that evidence-based psychotherapy can reduce symptoms for many people and improve overall functioning. Research also shows that outpatient psychotherapy carried through to a planned, regular completion is associated with meaningful symptom reduction and a significant decrease in future inpatient care costs — underscoring that ongoing outpatient support isn't just maintenance, it's an active part of lasting recovery.

Located in Phoenixville, we provide outpatient care to individuals throughout Chester County and the greater Philadelphia region, with statewide access available via telehealth.

Continuum of Care

Inpatient

24/7 care

Partial Hospitalization (PHP)

Full-day, 5x/week

Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

3 hrs/session, several days/week

Outpatient (OP)

Weekly or biweekly sessions

1–2

sessions per week or biweekly

0

individual & group formats

medication management included

flexible, ongoing support

Cost & Insurance

Most major insurance carriers cover outpatient mental health treatment. See all accepted insurance and verify your coverage below.

Right Fit

Is Outpatient Care Right for You?

Stepping down from a higher level of care

  • You've completed PHP or IOP and are ready for less intensive, ongoing support.
  • You want to maintain the progress you've made while returning to your full routine.

Starting with outpatient care directly

  • Your symptoms are manageable with regular, consistent support rather than daily or multi-hour weekly treatment.
  • You want ongoing psychiatric care and therapy without a major schedule disruption.
What's Included

What Outpatient Care Includes

Individual Therapy

Regular one-on-one sessions to maintain progress and address what's currently coming up in your life.

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Group Therapy

Ongoing peer support and skill-building in a group setting, at a lighter frequency than PHP or IOP.

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Medication Management

Continued psychiatric evaluation and medication oversight, adjusted as your needs change over time.

Coordinated Care

Your Care Team

Your treatment is guided by a coordinated clinical team, led by Dr. Jeffrey Simon, MD, Medical Director & Psychiatrist, working from one plan built around you.

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Evidence

What Research Shows About Outpatient Care

The National Institute of Mental Health notes that evidence-based psychotherapy can reduce symptoms for many people and improve overall functioning.

Source: National Institute of Mental Health

Research shows outpatient psychotherapy carried through to a planned, regular completion is associated with significant symptom reduction and a 31.5% decrease in annual inpatient care costs.

Source: PubMed, National Library of Medicine

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Outpatient Care

Outpatient treatment is ongoing individual therapy, group therapy, and medication management on a regular but less intensive schedule than PHP or IOP — typically weekly or biweekly sessions rather than multiple hours several days a week.

Related Care

Not sure OP is the right starting point?

Learn about our IOP program for people who need more structured, ongoing support.

Explore IOP

Content reviewed by Dr. Jeffrey Simon, MD, Medical Director & Psychiatrist

Last reviewed: 2026-07-13

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Ongoing support, built around your life.

One call is all it takes to start. Speak with an admissions specialist today — free, confidential, and no obligation.

Content reviewed by Dr. Jeffrey Simon, MD, Medical Director & Psychiatrist | Last reviewed: 2026-07-13

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