If outpatient therapy hasn’t been enough, new hope can take root this spring at Sheppard Pratt.
Spring is a season of renewal—and a meaningful time to focus on your mental health. Our day hospital program, also known as a partial hospitalization program, offers a supportive, structured environment for people who need compassionate, comprehensive care. Connect with us.
Whether you’re seeking help for anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar disorder, trauma, schizophrenia, or a substance use disorder, our experienced team is here to help you begin a path toward improved well-being this season and beyond.
Sheppard Pratt's day hospital program: What to expect
As the days grow longer and routines shift, our day hospital program provides consistent, weekday support in a healing group setting. Treatment takes place Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., allowing patients to return home each evening and remain connected to family and everyday life.
You’ll heal alongside others who understand what you’re experiencing—a safe, supportive community dedicated to growth, recovery, and renewed balance.
On average, people participate in our day hospital programming for 2 - 3 weeks. Before you go back to outpatient care for your mental health, our team will build a discharge plan to ensure you have the support you need to continue your journey to well-being.
Outcomes: helping people improve their mental health
After a course of treatment at the Sheppard Pratt day hospital, you can expect to experience reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety, gain the coping skills you need to thrive, and have a strong plan in place for protecting your mental health.
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Get healthy this spring
Sheppard Pratt is here to support your mental health needs.
We have day hospital programs for children and adolescents (ages 10-17) and adults (18+) at our campuses in Towson, Maryland and Elkridge, Maryland.
Whether you need help for depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, or a substance use disorder, our mental health experts are here to help.
Fill out the form and a member of our team will be in contact with you within 2 business days. You can also give us a call.
Getting help for your mental health at Sheppard Pratt's day hospital is a meaningful step toward a brighter future.
Sheppard Pratt is consistently recognized as a top mental health hospital by U.S. News & World Report; we provide unparalleled access to world-class experts and resources.
We work with people just like you who have been struggling with their mental health and need more support than outpatient therapy can provide.
Has the long, cold winter taken a toll on your mental health? It's time to prioritize your well-being.
The culture at Sheppard Pratt is such a nice place to learn and heal. All of the staff are professional, respectful, and in harmony with one another and the clients.
Our patients go home each afternoon; you won't miss out on the beautiful spring days.
Has your child been struggling with their mental health? We offer day hospital programming for kids ages 10 and older.
Our program can give you the tools you need to get back to feeling like yourself.
The staff were all amazing during my stay and helped me to move forward on my journey to better mental health.
Virtual Tour
See what our day hospitals are like: explore the Adult Day Hospital located on our Baltimore/Washington Campus.
When you're ready to learn more, contact our admissions team at 410-938-4949.
I had an incredible, life-changing experience at Sheppard Pratt. I felt at home, accepted, understood, safe, and cared about! I learned so much about myself, how to live healthy (mind and body), and how to cope. I now have a positive direction and outlook.