The Outpatient Mental Health program at Seton Medical Center offers compassionate service and treatment to clients with acute mental health needs. The program consists of 3 components: An Outpatient Clinic for assessment and referral, a Partial Hospitalization Program for daily treatment on a short term basis, and an ongoing Outpatient Clinic Group that meets weekly.
Outpatient Clinic:
Monday through Friday at 10:30 AM
- Assessment of current mental health issues
- Stabilization of non-crisis mental health needs
- Same day evaluation by psychiatrist with medication evaluation if needed
- Referral to appropriate treatment program or other community resources
- Appointments available within 1 week
Partial Hospitalization Program
Monday through Friday, 10:00am – 3:00pm
- Daily therapeutic program for acute mental health needs
- Aims to prevent the need for inpatient psychiatric hospitalization
- Comprehensive assessment and treatment planning
- Medication evaluation and monitoring
- Variety of psychotherapeutic groups led by experienced therapists and psychiatrist
- Individual case management
- Discharge planning with referrals for ongoing support and community resources
- Van transportation to and from program (if needed) at no charge
- Lunch provided daily at no charge
What is Partial Hospitalization?
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is an intensive psychotherapy program that treats people who are experiencing acute psychological distress. Our clients may have symptoms of Major Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective disorder, or Schizophrenia. The program focuses on reducing
symptoms, increasing coping skills, improving functioning, and preventing relapse. Clients attend four psychotherapy groups each day and work with an individual therapist for treatment planning.
When is PHP appropriate?
PHP aims to help clients avoid an inpatient psychiatric hospital stay and remain in their own home or supportive setting. A person may be referred by their doctor, therapist or be self referred when their mental
health symptoms are acute and interfering with their daily functioning. PHP can also be used as a "step-down" treatment to ease a client's transition from an inpatient hospital to community-based services. Clients are expected to maintain safety for themselves and others in order to be appropriate for this level of
care.
How often does the program meet?
PHP meets Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Clients attend 5 days a week for the first few weeks. As symptoms begin to stabilize, the number of days are decreased as clients transition toward discharge. Most clients stay in the program approximately 2-8 weeks, depending on their individual needs.
Who are the staff?
Our program is staffed by an interdisciplinary team of licensed psychotherapists, a psychiatric registered
nurse, and a psychiatrist. Each client works with a therapist on a one to one basis for collaborative treatment and discharge planning. Medications may be managed by the psychiatrist on-site or by an individual's own psychiatrist. Staff work closely with each other as a team to provide the most comprehensive treatment for each client.
Who pays for the program?
Seton Medical Center accepts most major insurance plans including Medicare. Before beginning the program, our staff will verify insurance benefits and clients will be informed of any deductible or co-payment responsibilities.
How does a person start the PHP?
Before beginning PHP, an initial appointment is set up for an intake assessment. Appointments are scheduled Monday - Friday at 10:30 AM. Prospective clients meet individually with a staff psychotherapist to evaluate their current symptoms. If needed, the person may also meet with the staff psychiatrist. A determination will be made with the client whether PHP is the right level of care. If so, a person may begin PHP the next day or soon thereafter. If PHP does not seem like the best level of treatment for a client,
then he/she will be given referrals for other appropriate options.
Program Components:
- Daily therapeutic and structured program for acute mental health needs
- Mental health assessment by interdisciplinary team
- Four psychotherapy groups each day
- Individual therapy and case management
- Medication evaluation and monitoring
- Discharge planning with referrals for ongoing support and community resources
- Van transportation to and from the program (if needed)
- Lunch provided daily
At Seton Medical Center, we believe that Caring is Powerful Medicine. The Partial Hospitalization Program provides short-term mental health treatment for adults who need a structured and supportive therapeutic environment. Our experienced staff will facilitate the recovery of individuals so as to lead more satisfying, productive and independent lives.
Please call (650) 991-6470 to schedule an appointment for intake assessment or to find out more about the program.
Outpatient Clinic Group
Friday from 11:00am - 1:00pm
- Weekly support group for issues related to depression and anxiety
- Medication monitoring group by psychiatrist
To reach our facility:
Our treatment staff are experienced licensed professionals who look forward to working with you. Our team consists of Marriage and Family Therapists, a Psychiatric Registered Nurse, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and an onsite Psychiatrist. It is our aim to serve the mental health needs of the Northern San Mateo and San Francisco communities.
HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT
25 San Fernando Way, Ste A
Daly City, CA 94015
Phone: (650) 991-6470
Fax: (650) 994-6719
From San Francisco: Take interstate 280 South, exit at Eastmoor Ave. Turn left off the exit ramp onto Sullivan Ave. Go straight through the intersection for Eastmoor Ave. Your next right is San Fernando Way. Turn right onto San Fernando Way. Our office is the first driveway on your left. Our front door is in the middle of the building, under the sign for Outpatient Mental Health.
From points South of Daly City: Take interstate 280 North, exit at Mission St./Pacifica exit. Bear right onto the Mission St. exit. Turn left at the end of the exit ramp onto Junipero Serra. Turn Left at the next light onto Eastmoor Ave. Turn left at the next light onto Sullivan Ave. Turn right onto the next street, San Fernando Way. Our office is the first driveway on your left. Our front door is in the middle of the building, under the sign for Outpatient Mental Health.
At Seton Medical Center, where Experience Countssm, we look forward to providing these services to you and your family with both care and compassion.