Outpatient Mental Health Center
Empowering Minds.
Strengthening Communities.
At Hands Across Baltimore, our mission is to empower individuals and their families with the treatment and skills needed to foster a positive mindset, evoke changed behaviors, and optimize opportunities to live a happy, healthy, and productive life.
Therapy for Individuals,
Group & Family
A safe space to talk, heal, and grow, at your pace, with support that honors your story.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation
(PRP)
One-on-one community support to help manage emotions, routines, and life skills outside of therapy.
Substance Use Treatment
Substance use treatment is an essential component in addressing the complexities of addiction. It provides individuals with comprehensive support, tailored interventions, and the necessary skills to manage their condition effectively.
Medication Management
Psychiatric support services designed to assist you in evaluating the potential benefits of medication on your mental health and overall daily functioning.
Workshops & Training
Our Workshops & Training services are designed to educate, empower, and engage individuals, families, professionals, and community partners around mental health awareness and best practices.
Community Engagement
Community engagement significantly enhances the mission and effectiveness of a mental health organization. By actively involving stakeholders, including individuals with lived experiences, families, and local community members, the organization fosters a collaborative environment conducive to understanding and addressing mental health issues.
Our Commitment to Mental Health
Expert Therapists
Our team of qualified therapists specializes in family dynamics and communication.
Personalized Care
Each individual or family receives a tailored therapy plan to support their journey.
Inclusive Environment
We create a welcoming space for all individuals and family members to feel safe and supported.
Flexible Scheduling
We understand busy lives and offer flexible appointment times for your convenience.
Therapeutic Services
Personalized care for healing, growth, and resilience
Our licensed clinicians provide therapy tailored to the unique needs of each client. We work with children, adolescents, adults, and families to address a wide range of mental health challenges.
Areas of Focus:
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and PTSD
- Grief and loss
- Family conflict
- Stress management
- Life transitions
- Behavioral challenges in youth
We offer individual, family, and group therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Our licensed therapists help clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and other mental health challenges using evidence-based, person-centered approaches. We believe in a collaborative process where clients feel empowered, understood, and supported.
Psychiatric
Rehabilitation
Program (PRP) for
Adults & Children
Adult Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP)
Our Adult PRP supports individuals ages 18 and up who are living with mental health diagnoses and need additional support outside of traditional therapy. We help clients build daily living skills, strengthen independence, and connect with community resources. Each client works one-on-one with a PRP counselor to develop and achieve personalized goals that promote wellness and stability.
Areas of Focus:
- Life skills coaching (hygiene, organization, meal planning, etc.)
- Medication management support
- Boundaries
- Self-Awareness
- Self-Advocacy
- Transportation to appointments
- Vocational and job readiness assistance
- Resume building
- Budgeting and financial literacy
- Health education and self-advocacy
- Social skill building and community integration
- Housing support and resource navigation
Services are delivered in-home, in the community, or virtually based on each client’s needs. The PRP program is strengths-based, person-centered, and focused on helping clients live meaningful, independent lives.
Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP)
Our Child & Adolescent PRP is designed to support youth ages 5–17 who are living with emotional, behavioral, or developmental challenges. Working closely with counselors, schools, and therapists, we help young people build skills to succeed at home, in school, and in the community.
Areas of Focus:
- One-on-one support with a trained PRP counselor
- Emotional regulation and coping skills development
- Social and communication skills practice
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving strategies
- Homework help and school readiness support
- Health and hygiene education
- Age-appropriate community outings
- Coordination with schools, therapists, and family members
Services are delivered in the home, school, or community based on each child’s individualized needs. We emphasize positive behavior reinforcement, self-esteem building, and goalsetting to help children and adolescents thrive emotionally and socially.
Substance Use Treatment
Compassionate, nonjudgmental support for recovery
Our Substance Use Treatment Program provides outpatient support for individuals struggling with addiction, substance misuse, or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. We offer a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can begin or continue their recovery journey with the support of licensed professionals and peer advocates.
Area of Focus:
- Comprehensive substance use assessments
- Individual counseling and treatment planning
- Group therapy focused on relapse prevention, recovery skills, and emotional regulation
- Dual diagnosis care for those with co-occurring mental health needs
- Peer recovery support and mentorship
- Harm reduction education and recovery coaching
- Family education and support services
- Coordination with outside treatment programs, primary care, and recovery networks
We meet clients where they are—emotionally, socially, and in their stage of recovery. Our program is designed to be flexible and trauma-informed, helping clients build the tools they need to reclaim control over their lives and maintain long-term sobriety.
Substance use treatment is an essential component in addressing the complexities of addiction. It provides individuals with comprehensive support, tailored interventions, and the necessary skills to manage their condition effectively. By employing evidence-based methodologies, substance use treatment fosters recovery, promotes mental well-being, and facilitates reintegration into society. Through a combination of counseling, medical support, and behavioral therapies, individuals receive the tools required to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Engaging in such treatment not only benefits the individual but also contributes positively to the community as a whole.
Medication Management
Medical support to stabilize and strengthen mental health
Our Medication Management services are designed to support individuals who may benefit from psychiatric medications as part of their mental health treatment plan. Led by board-certified psychiatric providers, this service ensures that clients receive safe, effective, and personalized medication support in coordination with their therapy or PRP services.
Areas of Focus:
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnoses
- Medication prescriptions tailored to individual needs
- Regular follow-up appointments to monitor effectiveness and manage side effects
- Ongoing communication with therapists, primary care physicians, or PRP counselors
- Education about each medication’s purpose, benefits, and possible risks
- Support with medication adherence and pharmacy coordination
Whether a client is beginning psychiatric medication for the first time or continuing long-term treatment, our providers work collaboratively with each individual to ensure their medications align with their overall mental health goals. We prioritize open communication and informed decision-making to ensure clients are comfortable and supported throughout their treatment journey.
Workshops & Training
Our Workshops & Training services are designed to educate, empower, and engage individuals, families, professionals, and community partners around mental health awareness and best practices. We offer in-person and virtual sessions that support prevention, skill-building, cultural understanding, and trauma-informed care.
Workshops & trainings are available for:
- Clients and families receiving services
- Schools and youth organizations
- Community groups and faith-based institutions
- Healthcare and human service professionals
- Businesses and employers seeking mental health education
Popular topics include:
- Mental Health First Aid
- Understanding Depression & Anxiety
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Coping Skills & Stress Management
- Youth Mental Health & Behavior Support
- Substance Use Awareness & Harm Reduction
- Cultural Competency in Mental Health Services
- Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace
Sessions are interactive, evidence-based, and can be customized for your group’s size, needs, and setting. Whether you're a caregiver looking for parenting support or an organization seeking staff development, our team is ready to deliver engaging, meaningful content that makes an impact. Our trainings can be customized for schools, workplaces, faith communities, and other organizations seeking to support mental wellness in their environments.
Contact us
Telephone: (443) 682-8820
E-mail: admin@handsacrossbaltimore.com
Address: 809 E. Baltimore Street, Unit 1B Baltimore, MD, 21202-4733
