Day Treatment Program – Eastern Health 

Address: 3rd Floor West, St. Clare’s Hospital, 154 LeMarchant Road, St. John’s, NL A1C 5B8 

Tel: (709) 777-5252
Email: MHADayTreatment@easternhealth.ca 
Service Provider Website: https://mha.easternhealth.ca/adults/day-treatment-program/ 

Mandate:

To provide outpatient services to adults with a major psychiatric illness.

Target Population:

Adults aged 18 years or older who who have been diagnosed with a major psychiatric illness. The client must be:

  • Currently followed by a psychiatrist who is willing to consult with the team as needed, while the client is attending the programs.
  • Stable in terms of illness symptomatology, such as: not actively suicidal, limited substance use, and not experiencing symptoms of psychosis.
  • Able to commit to an eight week program, able to work in a group setting and follow instructions, as well as able to establish goals and be motivated to work toward thes goals.

Highlights of Programs/Services Offered:

  • Day Treatment is a provincial 8-week holistic group therapy program for adults who have been diagnosed with a major psychiatric illness.
  • Group-based therapy to help you:
    • Understand your psychiatric illness
    • Reduce symptom of your illness
    • Develop positive coping skills
    • Promote recovery and wellness
  • Group therapy is provided through group discussions, educational groups, activity-based groups, and skill-building groups.
  • These groups assist you in gaining knowledge and insight into your illness and empowering you to make positive changes in your everyday life.
  • In addition to sessions on the particular weekly group themes, there are weekly sessions on topics such as cognitive behaviour therapy, assertive communication, relaxation training, spirituality, specific psychiatric illnesses, community resources, and healthy living.
  • Our Team:
    • Psychiatric Nurses
    • Occupational Therapist
    • Occupational Therapy Support Worker (part-time)
    • Clinical Pharmacists
    • Secretary
    • Spiritual Care Clinician (facilitates a weekly spirituality session)
  • Referral by a psychiatrist is required.
  • For more information visit: Day Treatment Program Website
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