Moms deal with the same mental health conditions as anyone else, but they often find themselves with less support and fewer resources. It can be hard enough to find an hour during the week to go to outpatient therapy. If an hour of treatment a week isn’t enough and you’re already struggling to keep up, taking the time to seek out more comprehensive treatment might feel overwhelming.
But there is a way for moms to get a higher level of mental health care without leaving home. Our Virtual Partial Hospitalization Program (vPHP) is helping busy moms work treatment into their schedule so they can take control of their mental health.
In this article, we’ll talk about five ways Virtual PHP treatment can help moms from home.
5 ways Virtual PHP therapy can help moms from home
Mental health symptoms can get in the way of the most basic everyday tasks and important responsibilities. In Virtual PHP, you can find practical solutions and develop healthy coping skills while addressing underlying issues.
Connecting with a virtual community can help you feel more supported from your first day in treatment. Your therapist and your peers will be there to help you feel seen and inspire you to keep moving forward. You can also involve your partner and other family members in your treatment so you can create a healthier home environment.
The following are five ways Virtual PHP therapy can help moms from home:
Maintain your role as primary caregiver while getting intensive support
To be the caregiver your kids need, you require care and support, too. As a mom, you have daily routines, and you’re always on call for the unexpected.
Virtual PHP allows you to be there for the important things and care for your mental health so you can feel your best, too. Kids learn best by observing. When you can model healthy practices, you’re showing your children what it looks like to care for themselves proactively.
Access evidence-based treatment without child care logistics
Paying for child care isn’t an option for many families, especially when you’re budgeting for treatment. Virtual PHP is usually covered by health insurance. It also allows you to keep an eye on your little ones during sessions. Having another person there to watch them is ideal, but attending treatment from home can go a long way to simplify your day.
Build community with other mothers navigating comparable life and mental health experiences
Our Virtual PHP is popular with parents, and peer support is a key component. There’s a good chance you’ll meet others who you have a lot in common with. Feeling connected with a community can help reduce feelings of isolation. You’ll also have plenty of support for working through the “mom guilt” that might come up when you take time to care for yourself.
Learn practical coping strategies you can use immediately
Some moms find it easier to apply what they’re working on when attending remotely. There’s no separation between the clinic and your personal life. You can work with your therapist to address triggers and practice mindfulness or stress reduction techniques in real time.
Benefit from flexible scheduling that works around family life
Virtual PHPs have fewer scheduling restrictions than in-person treatment programs. You can work around school drop-offs, doctor’s appointments, and other commitments. At Lightfully, we offer a Short-Term Option for mothers who need intensive support during specific periods. You can attend for just two weeks of intensive treatment and then return to your usual routines.
Find out if Virtual PHP at Lightfully is right for you
Seeking out treatment for yourself doesn’t make you selfish — it makes you responsible, and as you start making progress, you’ll find you have more energy and emotional resilience to be the mom your child needs.
Virtual PHP makes it possible to get intensive support while staying present for your family. Family therapy sessions are also a great way to get on the same page with your partner or co-parent and expose them to conversations about what mental wellness really looks like.
At Lightfully, we provide treatment for the whole person. This means we see our clients as people first, not a diagnosis. We use an approach called Precision Care Model (PCM) to create personalized treatment plans using evidence-based modalities. We help clients take a proactive approach to maintaining their mental health by managing four core life processes: their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and emotions.
Are you ready to find out if Virtual PHP is right for you? Let’s talk through your options together. Feel free to contact us with questions or reach out to our Admissions Concierge Team.
