Located near the scenic Carroll Creek Park and close to downtown Frederick, this
outpatient center offers mental health care for children, teens, adults, and older adults. They treat conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, and dementia. Care is offered in clinics, homes, schools, and the community, and it is easily accessible by bus, car, or rail from the MARC train station.
Their team uses a mix of talk therapy, medication management, and family support to help clients feel better and function daily. Therapies like
cognitive behavioral therapy (
CBT), play therapy for kids, and group sessions help people manage symptoms, build coping skills, and improve relationships. Treatment is tailored to each person’s age, needs, and goals.
Clients can receive care both in the clinic and off site in homes or schools, which helps families with transportation issues. They also provide psychoeducation to help clients and their families better understand mental health conditions and treatments. High-risk children and adolescents receive personalized counseling with frequency based on their needs, supporting long-term emotional and behavioral stability.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Sheppard Pratt Outpatient - Frederick provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)