Alexandria Mental Health Services – Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria, we understand the importance of turning to someone you can trust with your behavioral health needs. We are passionate about helping individuals experiencing depression; anxiety; schizophrenia; behavioral changes related to Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, medication management or substance abuse; and other mental health issues.
Utilizing proven innovative and progressive therapies, Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria’s qualified professionals strive to promote long-term wellness in an environment of dignity, honesty and compassion.
Though our treatment plans are individualized for each patient’s unique needs, everyone in our care receives:
- program oversight by Board-certified or Board-eligible psychiatrists
- daily monitoring by clinical staff
- mental health education
- medication education and management
- diagnosis and symptom education
- daily monitoring with medical physician oversight
- caregiver and/or family therapy options
- supportive discharge planning
About Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria, we’re dedicated to providing adolescents, adults, and seniors with safe, inclusive, and affirming mental health care. We empower people with a multitude of conditions, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and more, to heal. Our inpatient and outpatient services provide crucial evidence-based treatments that promote long-term stability. At our Abilene location, we’re proud to have our STAR military program, which is designed to meet the unique needs of active military members and their families.
Addressing Alexandria’s Mental Health Needs
We must meet the mental health needs of the people living throughout Rapides Parish. In 2024, 14.8 out of every 100,000 residents were living with PTSD, compared to a state average of 10.9 per 100,000 throughout Louisiana. The people of Rapides Parish also have higher rates of suicidal ideation than the state average. In 2024, 29.6 people per 100,000 in Rapides Parish were living with suicidal ideation compared to the Louisiana average of 19.16 per 100,000.
This data highlights the importance of having supportive, accessible mental health care in Alexandria. At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria, we’re here to ensure that members of our community receive world-class treatment that meets their mental health needs.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria offers inpatient and intensive outpatient programs for substance use, helping adults and seniors suffering from alcohol or chemical dependency and co-occurring mental health issues. Our facility offers a comfortable environment to promote healing. Patients enjoy fresh air on our outdoor walking path and in our raised garden beds. Our compassionate staff treat every patient with respect and dignity on their journey to healing.
Common Mental Health Disorders We Treat
At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria, we treat a wide range of mental health conditions with compassion, clinical expertise, and a focus on long-term wellness. Our individualized treatment plans help adults, seniors, and adolescents regain stability and take meaningful steps toward healing.
Depression Treatment
Depression can affect every part of a person’s life, from sleep and appetite to self-worth and motivation. At our Alexandria facility, we offer structured therapeutic support, medication management, and holistic care to help patients lift the weight of depression and rediscover hope.
Bipolar Disorder Treatment
Living with bipolar disorder means navigating extreme highs and lows. Our care team helps stabilize mood swings through medication, psychoeducation, and therapy. Patients learn how to recognize patterns, reduce episodes, and create structure in their lives.
ADHD Treatment
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) isn’t just a childhood condition—it also affects many adults. Our programs help individuals improve focus, manage impulsivity, and develop routines using behavioral therapies and, when appropriate, medication.
OCD Treatment
Obsessive-compulsive disorder can be emotionally exhausting and interfere with daily life. At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria, we offer specialized therapy techniques, including exposure and response prevention (ERP), to help patients break free from repetitive thoughts and behaviors.
PTSD Treatment
Post-traumatic stress disorder can develop after a traumatic experience and can lead to nightmares, flashbacks, and severe anxiety. We provide trauma-informed care, including cognitive processing therapy and EMDR, to help patients safely process what they’ve been through.
Trauma Therapy
Trauma affects everyone differently. Whether the trauma occurred recently or years ago, our therapists provide a safe space to work through emotional pain. We use proven techniques to help patients heal from abuse, neglect, loss, and more.
Antisocial Personality Disorder Treatment
Antisocial Personality Disorder is marked by impulsive behavior, disregard for others, and difficulty with empathy. Through therapy and skill-building, we help individuals understand the impact of their actions and work toward more adaptive ways of interacting with the world.
Panic Disorder Treatment
Panic disorder causes sudden and intense episodes of fear that may include physical symptoms like chest pain and dizziness. We help patients understand the root of their panic attacks and develop tools to regain a sense of calm and control.
Anxiety Treatment
Anxiety can present as chronic worry, nervousness, or physical symptoms like restlessness and a racing heart. We use evidence-based therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions to help individuals in Alexandria manage their symptoms and regain confidence in everyday life.
Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment
Borderline Personality Disorder can lead to unstable moods, relationships, and self-image. Our Alexandria team uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and other approaches to help patients build emotional regulation and develop a healthier sense of self.
Dependent Personality Disorder Treatment
Those with dependent personality disorder often struggle with decision-making and excessive reliance on others. We guide patients through therapy focused on building independence, confidence, and a strong personal identity.
Narcissistic Disorder Treatment
Narcissistic personality disorder involves challenges with empathy, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships. Treatment focuses on self-awareness, emotional insight, and healthier ways to relate to others while managing underlying vulnerabilities.
Complicated Grief Treatment
Grief is a natural part of loss, but when it becomes prolonged or debilitating, it may require additional support. We help patients process unresolved grief in a supportive setting, using therapy techniques that allow them to honor their loss while moving forward.
Dissociative Disorder Treatment
Dissociative disorders can cause a disconnection from identity, memory, or reality. Our specialized care helps individuals reestablish a sense of self and learn grounding techniques to feel more present and secure in daily life.
Childhood Trauma Treatment
Early-life trauma can influence mental health well into adulthood. At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria, we help patients unpack the lasting effects of adverse childhood experiences and build healthier patterns for the future.
Schizophrenia Treatment
Schizophrenia can involve delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized thinking. Our care combines medication management, supportive therapy, and life-skills training to help individuals maintain stability and live with greater independence.
Schizoaffective Disorder Treatment
Schizoaffective disorder involves symptoms of both mood disorders and schizophrenia. Our treatment addresses both aspects, helping patients manage mood episodes while reducing psychotic symptoms through integrated, comprehensive care.