Helping Your Patients Access Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care
At Ocean View Psychiatric Health Facility, we collaborate with referring professionals to ensure their patients receive timely, intensive mental health support during a psychiatric crisis. Whether you’re a provider, therapist, or case manager, we make it easy to refer a patient and ensure a respectful, seamless transition into care.
Why Refer to Ocean View?
We’re also deeply committed to supporting our professional partners. We honor the trust you place in us by prioritizing not just the care of your clients, but also the integrity of the relationships you’ve built with them. We maintain open lines of communication to ensure continuity, collaboration, and shared success in each client’s journey.
Our Specialties Include:
- Acute psychiatric crisis stabilization
- Personalized treatment plans across multiple levels of care
- Trauma-informed, holistic treatment
- Seamless communication with referring providers
- Same day phone assessments with admissions generally occurring on the same day
- Insurance submission directly on website
- Ensure continuity of care with referring facility
Levels of Care at Ocean View
Intensive Inpatient Program
- 24/7 medical oversight
- Private and shared rooms
- Daily psychiatric oversight and medication stabilization
- 6 Groups Daily
- Psychoeducation with social workers
- Recreational therapy led by a certified therapist (art, music, games)
- Coping skills and emotional regulation
- Patients are grouped by how severe their condition is, not by their age or specific diagnosis
- Typical length of stay: 7–10 days (may vary)
- Transportation coordination available
- Medication Stabilization
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
- 5 days/week (10:00am–2:30pm)
- 4 engaging group sessions per day
- Psychoeducational and life skill-focused curriculum
- Medication management and psychiatric support
- Catered lunch and snacks
- Step-down from inpatient
- Transportation available
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- 2–4 days/week (10:00am–2:30pm)
- Focused on coping skills, community reintegration, and medication compliance
- Medication management and support
- Catered lunch and snacks
- Transportation services available
Take the First Step Toward Healing.
Our Team is ready to help you stabilize and heal.
Comprehensive Medication Management
- Inpatient: Daily psychiatrist evaluations and adjustments
- PHP/IOP: Weekly medication reviews with a prescriber
- Coordinated care with community providers upon request
Our medical director oversees all medication protocols to ensure safety and stabilization.
What We Treat
Ocean View treats a wide range of mental health conditions, including:
- Depression and major depressive disorder
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder
- Anxiety disorders (generalized, panic, social)
- OCD and PTSD
- Suicidality, agitation, and extreme mood swings
- Burnout and anger issues
Note: We do not treat substance use disorders or provide detox services. We will refer clients with unmanaged substance use to appropriate partners before admission.
Supporting Individuals with Special Needs
- ADA-compliant facilities for patients using mobility devices
- Programming tailored for individuals with cognitive challenges, including Alzheimer’s and dementia
- Inclusive groups tailored to individual needs
Preparing for Discharge and Continuity of Care
From day one, we begin planning a patient’s transition:
- Ensure continuity of care
- Coordinate step-down services (IOP, PHP, outpatient)
- Assist with follow-up appointments and medication access
- Offer opt-in Patient Resource Network support after discharge with routine check-ins
When to Refer a Patient
Signs Your Patient May Need Stabilization:
- Urges to self-harm or harm others
- Suicidal thoughts or ideation
- Severe depression or mania
- Extreme agitation or paranoia
- Sudden changes in behavior or mood
- Disruption of daily functioning
If You’re Unsure:
If you’re uncertain about whether to refer a patient, we recommend contacting our admissions team directly. Direct them to consult with our intake coordinators to review the case. We’re here to support you in making informed decisions.
Making a Referral
It’s simple to refer a patient to Ocean View:
- Call (844) 562-1212 ext. 2 or contact us online
- Our admissions team is available 24/7
- We provide quick insurance verification and same-day assessments
- Admissions typically occur within 24 hours of contact
Whether you’re a mental health provider, hospital, or private clinician looking to refer a patient for psychiatric stabilization or outpatient support, we’re ready to help. Call our admissions team now at (844) 562-1212
FAQs
Yes. With the patient’s consent, you’ll be included throughout their stay and receive updates about discharge and transition plans.
Yes. With the patient’s consent, we’ll ensure seamless communication so you can continue care without interruption.
No. We refer patients with active substance use disorders to appropriate providers. Once stabilized, they may begin treatment with us.
We can admit patients who are conserved. Legal documentation verifying the conservatorship is required prior to admission.