Mental Health Resources in Staten Island

For individuals experiencing acute mental health crises—such as suicidal ideation, psychosis, or panic attacks—immediate intervention is critical. Staten Island offers several emergency mental health resources, including 24-hour hotlines, mobile crisis response teams, and hospital-based psychiatric services that provide on-site evaluation and stabilization.

Crisis intervention is often the first point of contact for individuals in danger or distress. These services not only aim to de-escalate the immediate crisis but also help connect individuals to appropriate ongoing care. At True Life Care, we work closely with local crisis providers to ensure clients receive the continuity of care they need after an emergency situation.

Outpatient therapy is often the first step in addressing mental health concerns and is ideal for individuals who are relatively stable but need continued emotional support. In this model, clients attend scheduled therapy sessions—usually once or twice a week—with a licensed clinician. These sessions focus on common challenges such as managing stress, navigating difficult emotions, improving relationships, and building coping strategies for anxiety or depression.

Outpatient treatment allows clients to integrate therapy into their daily lives while maintaining work, school, and family obligations. It’s also a key part of long-term maintenance for individuals stepping down from more intensive levels of care. At True Life Care, our outpatient therapists take a personalized approach to each session, helping clients make steady progress at a pace that works for them.

For those who need more than just weekly therapy but don’t require full-time care, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) provide a balanced and structured alternative. IOPs typically involve three to five sessions per week, offering a combination of group therapy, individual counseling, and psychoeducation. This level of care is well-suited for individuals managing mood disorders, anxiety, trauma recovery, or co-occurring substance use disorders.

What sets IOP apart is its ability to deliver intensive support while allowing clients to remain at home. Participants can continue working or caring for their families while receiving targeted treatment several times a week. At True Life Care, our IOP curriculum is designed to empower clients with skills they can apply in real time—improving emotional regulation, building resilience, and avoiding relapse.

Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) offer a more immersive experience than IOP, making them ideal for individuals experiencing moderate to severe symptoms who need consistent, structured support without full-time hospitalization. Clients in PHP typically attend therapy five to six hours a day, five days a week. These programs often include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, group therapy, and specialty tracks such as trauma-focused care or dual diagnosis treatment.

PHP acts as a vital bridge between inpatient and outpatient care. It provides the intensity of inpatient treatment in a day-program format, allowing clients to return home each evening. This balance of high-level clinical support and home-based recovery can be essential for stabilizing symptoms while promoting independence. At True Life Care, our PHP clients benefit from a multidisciplinary team dedicated to creating a safe, productive, and transformative treatment experience.

Residential treatment, also known as inpatient care, is the most intensive level of mental health treatment available outside of hospitalization. This round-the-clock program provides a structured and supervised environment for individuals who require full-time support due to severe psychiatric symptoms, safety concerns, or a lack of adequate support at home.

Clients live at the treatment facility and engage in a comprehensive mix of therapies, including one-on-one counseling, group sessions, psychiatric care, medication management, and holistic wellness practices like mindfulness or creative expression. Residential care is especially beneficial for those with co-occurring disorders, chronic depression, trauma histories, or a history of treatment-resistant conditions.