Oceans Healthcare

11/06/2025

The team at Behavioral Health Center at Porter Health Village in Norman is expanding access to care with the launch of evening Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) sessions. These new sessions provide flexible treatment options for individuals seeking behavioral health support that fits their schedules.

“Every person, no matter where you live, deserves access, compassion and the chance to heal, and we’re working to make that vision real,” said Jon Lasell, CEO of Behavioral Health Center at Porter Health Village.

At Oceans Healthcare, we are proud to support our hospitals and teams as they work to provide compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health care to communities across the country.

Read more about this important step forward at https://tinyurl.com/NormanExpansion
The Norman Transcript

11/05/2025

Today is International Stress Awareness Day, a global effort to raise awareness about the impact of stress on our mental and physical health.

While some stress is a natural part of life, ongoing or unmanaged stress can take a serious toll, contributing to anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and other health concerns. Recognizing the signs early and seeking support can make all the difference.

At Oceans Healthcare, our programs are designed to help individuals manage the effects of stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges through compassionate, evidence-based care. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available.

To learn more about our mental health services, visit https://tinyurl.com/OceansMentalHealthServices

10/30/2025

Last week, our nurse leaders came together in New Orleans for the annual Oceans Nurse Leader Summit, held alongside the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) conference. 💙

During the event, we celebrated excellence in nursing leadership and engagement across our organization:

2025 Nurse Leaders of the Year: Justin, Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Lake Charles, Deborah, Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Lufkin and Erik, Haven Behavioral Hospital of Reading.

Most Improved Nursing Departments: Oceans Behavioral Hospital Greater New Orleans, Oceans Behavioral Hospital Midland, Haven Behavioral Hospital Albuquerque

Best Nurse Engagement Awards: Oceans Behavioral Hospital Opelousas, Oceans Behavioral Hospital Katy, Haven Behavioral Hospital of Reading

We’re proud to honor the dedication, passion, and leadership of our nursing teams. Their commitment to compassionate, safe, and high-quality behavioral healthcare is at the heart of Oceans’ mission and the care we provide every day.

10/29/2025

Haven Behavioral Hospital of Albuquerque hosted Voices for Hope, a powerful community event focused on su***de prevention and mental health awareness. 💙

We were honored to welcome Kevin Hines, internationally recognized su***de prevention advocate, Nick Boukas, Director of New Mexico’s Behavioral Health Services Division, and NAMI, who shared stories, resources, and strategies to support mental health in our community.

Events like these are an important step in reducing stigma, fostering connection, and building hope - and we’re grateful to stand alongside our community and partners in this work.

To learn more about Haven Behavioral Hospital of Albuquerque and our programs, visit https://www.havenalbuquerque.com/

10/22/2025

Behavioral health pharmacist optimize complex psychiatric treatment, prevent harmful interactions, and monitor long-term adherence, ensuring patients receive the right therapy at the right time. Behind every stabilized mind is a pharmacist guiding care with precision and expertise.

Across 9 states and 34 inpatient hospital locations, Oceans Healthcare’s pharmacy teams manage an average of 88,000 medication orders per month, providing 24/7 support to ensure safe, effective behavioral health treatment.

This week, we’re proud to celebrate our pharmacists during National Pharmacy Week, who continue to show up for our patients and help us deliver outstanding care.

To learn more about Oceans Healthcare's commitment to delivering outstanding care, visit https://tinyurl.com/OceansHome

10/16/2025

We’re honored to share that Oceans Behavioral Hospital Longview has been recognized with the Partnering to Protect Award by Texas Adult Protective Services (APS). Accepting the award on behalf of our hospital was Tina Johnson, Community Liaison/Screener.

This award celebrates our shared commitment with APS to protect and uplift vulnerable adults in our community. For more than 20 years, Tina has been a trusted advocate for East Texas seniors through connecting individuals to essential mental health care, ensuring safety in times of crisis and empowering families with resources and education.

Tina's commitment truly reflects Oceans’ mission to provide high quality, compassionate behavioral health care. Thank you, Tina, and thank you to APS for this incredible recognition and partnership in service to our community.

To learn more about how Oceans provides high quality care, visit https://www.oceanshealthcarequality.com/

10/14/2025

More than 21 million adults live with both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder, yet nearly half don’t receive treatment for either.

At Oceans Healthcare, we’re committed to closing that treatment gap through early intervention, open dialogue and compassionate, accessible care for individuals facing co-occurring disorders.

This month, we encourage you to help us raise awareness by sharing substance abuse prevention resources with your friends and family. Together, we can empower more people to recognize the warning signs, understand the causes and seek timely care.

To learn more about how Oceans Healthcare can support you, visit https://tinyurl.com/OceansHome

10/10/2025

On World Mental Health Day, we celebrate the strength of our communities and the importance of standing together for mental wellness.

At Oceans Healthcare, we’re proud to be part of this conversation. Through innovation, advocacy, and compassionate, patient-centered care, we’re strive to make mental health support accessible and equitable for all.

Together, we can build a future where everyone feels supported and empowered to prioritize their mental well-being.

To learn more about our mission, visit https://tinyurl.com/OceansHome

10/08/2025

Every day, we’re inspired by the incredible resilience of our patients and the care teams who help them thrive.

In this video, Vice President of Clinical Services Dr. Rebekah Shutter shares what drives Ocean Healthcare's mission: to empower individuals to overcome challenges and find lasting recovery through compassionate, high-quality care.

Our patients’ success stories remind us that healing is always possible.

To learn more about how Oceans Healthcare values quality care, visit https://tinyurl.com/OceansHC

10/07/2025

October is Stress Awareness Month, a reminder to take care of your mental well-being and learn healthy ways to manage everyday stress.

Stress can affect us in both physical and mental ways. By recognizing the signs and practicing healthy coping strategies, we can take steps toward healing and resilience.

At Oceans Healthcare, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality behavioral health care. Together, we can build stronger communities where mental health matters for everyone.

To learn more about our programs and services, visit https://tinyurl.com/OceansHome

09/30/2025

A special thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating Haven Behavioral Hospital of Eastern Pennsylvania's 15th anniversary!

For 15 years, Haven has been a place of healing and support for the Reading community. We're grateful for our incredible team and partners who make this work possible.

Here's to many more years of compassionate care. 🩵

To learn more about Haven's services, visit https://tinyurl.com/HavenLocations

09/29/2025

From concerns about job performance to stress surrounding deadlines, workplace can appear for a variety of reasons. Learn more about work-related mental health impacts:

Discover 7 common workplace mental health issues affecting millions. Learn the warning signs and impacts of stress, anxiety, and burnout at work.