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Intensive Half-Day Treatment (9+ hours/week) in Boston, MA
Intensive Half-Day Treatment provides a greater level of care than standard weekly therapy while allowing you to maintain your typical daily routines, such as school and work.
The goal is to give you the rigorous personalized support and tools you need to understand and manage your mental health conditions, ultimately achieving lasting stability.
The goal is to give you the rigorous personalized support and tools you need to understand and manage your mental health conditions, ultimately achieving lasting stability.
We accept the following MassHealth and Commercial insurances:
We also accept cash-pay and commercial insurances with out-of-network (OON) benefits (this includes BCBSMA, Cigna, Aetna, United)
We also accept cash-pay and commercial insurances with out-of-network (OON) benefits (this includes BCBSMA, Cigna, Aetna, United)
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What Does Our Program Entail?
Individual Therapy
A supportive one-on-one relationship with a primary therapist is important to our treatment model. You’ll work together to understand, manage, and come up with solutions to your unique mental health challenges.
Group Therapy
Group therapy offers the often life-changing opportunity to connect with peers who understand the challenges you face. Matched with those who are experiencing the same mental health condition as you, you’ll process and learn together.
Medication Management / Psychiatry
While not everyone requires medication, it’s a vital option for many. You’ll work with a psychiatrist to determine whether starting, changing, or adjusting medication would offer meaningful value to your mental wellness.
Family/Friends Support Counseling
This is an optional offering, but for some people, it’s incredibly helpful to include their close support network of family and friends in their treatment plan. These sessions help your loved ones understand how to best support you in your recovery.
Connection to Resources
We understand that there are a myriad of factors that impact your ability to achieve and maintain mental wellness. Whether you want to start a new hobby or need support finding affordable housing, we help you navigate your personal life and connect you to community resources that best serve your mental health.
What Conditions Can We Help With?
How to Get Started
Contact Us
Reach out at 617-202-3530 or fill out our intake form, and we’ll be in touch to walk you through how to get started.
Intake
During intake, we’ll check your insurance coverage, give you a cost estimate (if you owe anything out of pocket), and learn more about you to see how we can help.
Evaluation
Meet with a psychiatric provider within seventy-two (72) hours of starting with us.
Start Treatment
We’ll start you in a program that best serves your needs and schedule so that you can begin your path to recovery.
What to Expect From Our Program
Monday
Group life skills session.
Meeting with your psychiatrist to discuss whether your current medication is working.
Tuesday
No program
Wednesday
Group therapy discussion.
Meeting with your individual therapist.
Thursday
Group discussion session about relapse prevention.
Friday
No program
Why Choose Overstory?
Evidence-based treatment approaches
Community support from group therapy
In-person and virtual options
Flexible insurance and financing options
Lasting support, even after our program
Daytime and evening programming
Our Boston Facility
In-Person and Virtual Programs in Boston, MA
Our facility is modern, welcoming, and designed for your healing. Located conveniently in Boston, we provide a calm, supportive environment where you can focus on recovery.
If desired, our half-day treatment program may also be offered virtually. The weekly schedule remains the same, but from the comfort and convenience of your home.
If desired, our half-day treatment program may also be offered virtually. The weekly schedule remains the same, but from the comfort and convenience of your home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What programs does Overstory Health offer?
Overstory offers intensive mental health programs. There are two different options, depending on individual needs.
- Intensive Half-Day Treatment meets 3 days per week for 3 hours a day.
- Intensive Full-Day Treatment meets 5 days per week for 4 hours a day.
Which program is right for me?
While both programs offer intensive support, intensive full-day treatment brings an increased level of care with more frequent programming and targeted support. We will help you determine which program is the best fit for you based on your needs and schedule.
What conditions does Overstory Health treat?
Our programming is best suited for those experiencing mood disorders (including major depressive and bipolar disorder), psychotic disorders (including schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder), personality disorders (including borderline and narcissistic personality disorder), anxiety disorders (including generalized anxiety disorder or social anxiety), self-harm, or trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Feel free to contact us with any questions about the conditions we treat.
What is Overstory Health’s approach to treatment?
We take a multi-faceted approach to mental health care, consisting of evidence-based group therapy, individual therapy, and medication management. We also offer counseling for your family/support system so they can understand how to best help you. Moreover, Overstory works with you to identify areas in your life, like housing, food security, career help, or even trying a new hobby, where you can receive support and learn how to navigate available resources.
What type of therapy is offered in our programs?
Group therapy and individual therapy. The types of therapeutic modalities used in individual therapy will vary depending on your unique needs, but may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Care, mindfulness-based therapies, harm reduction, and more.
How many people are in my group?
No more than 10.
How are groups assigned?
While we serve the needs of many clients, we aim to organize peer groups that are supportive and relevant to your needs.
Can I continue working on or going to school while in Overstory's program?
Many people in our Intensive Half-Day Treatment are able to continue work or school, but the Intensive Full-Day Treatment requires more of a time commitment. Consult with our staff to learn whether you’ll be able to maintain your work or school schedule alongside PHP.
How do I sign up?
Fill out this patient intake form here or give us a call at (617) 202-3530. We are here to support you with any questions you might have about our program or how we can help.
How does the admission process work?
Overstory’s admission process is designed to ensure that our programs are a good fit and reduce administrative burden. The admissions process begins with submission of a Referral form. Afterward, Overstory’s admissions team will contact the client within 72 hours. The admissions team will validate program eligibility, verify insurance, and schedule an intake appointment with the Overstory clinical team. Once these steps are completed, an individual can be admitted to Overstory’s program in as little as 72 hours.
Does Overstory Health accept insurance?
Yes, we work with MassHealth (Medicaid) and commercial plans.
Do you accept self-pay?
Yes, payment plans are available for those who wish to self-pay.
How much will the program cost me?
For those with MassHealth (Medicaid), you’ll pay $0 out-of-pocket. Private insurance benefits will vary by plan. Contact us for a cost estimate. We also offer flexible payment plans.
Do I need to be referred to an Overstory?
While we accept clients both by referral and independently, select insurance plans may require you to have a referral. Contact us to learn more about your insurance’s requirements.
What happens after I complete one of the programs?
Our team will provide comprehensive assistance from the start of your treatment to make sure you have a successful transition from our program, including aftercare planning and ongoing support.
Can I transition from Overstory’s PHP to IOP program?
Yes, your care team will help you transition between programs based on your progress and needs.