Oceans Behavioral Hospital Kenner – Addiction Rehab in Kenner, Louisiana

Situated in the northwest region of New Orleans, Oceans Behavioral Hospital Kenner is a facility dedicated to addressing various mental health disorders. This center offers intensive outpatient (IOP) services aimed at treating issues such as anger management, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), schizophrenia, self-harming behaviors, stress, trauma, and substance use disorders, including both alcohol and drugs, as well as co-occurring conditions. Their approach to treatment is trauma-informed and incorporates a variety of methods including individual counseling, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), group sessions, medication oversight, relapse prevention strategies, relaxation techniques, and 12-Step Facilitation. For clients aged 55 and older, a specialized residential program is available that focuses on issues related to Alzheimer's, dementia, medication supervision, and other age-specific challenges. The psychiatric team at Oceans Behavioral Hospital conducts daily assessments of patient progress and medication needs. Additionally, the Oceans Healthcare STAR program at Oceans Behavioral Hospital Kenner is designed to assist active-duty service members, veterans, and their families who face mental health difficulties stemming from combat experiences and prolonged separations. Family members engage in group therapy with peers experiencing similar situations. For admission into the STAR program, a referral from the Department of Defense (DoD) or the Department of Veterans Affairs is required. Oceans Behavioral Hospital operates several sites across Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, and Oklahoma, with many focusing on mental health issues related to aging or military service. An increasing number of locations are also dedicated to adolescent mental health care. Numerous facilities collaborate to share resources, including the Kenner site, which works alongside Oceans Behavioral Hospital Bellemeade and Oceans Behavioral Hospital Marrero—collectively referred to as Oceans Behavioral Health the New Orleans Area. While all three locations provide the STAR program, they offer different services and cater to distinct client populations.