Program Overview The Stafford Township Police Department (STPD), located in Manahawkin, New Jersey in conjunction with Ocean Mental Health Services (OceanMHS) located in Bayville, New Jersey are partners in the On P.O.I.N.T. (Proactive Outreach In Needs and Treatment) program. On P.O.I.N.T. provides on-site social workers in the STPD two days per week. The program was […]
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Thank You to all of the art lovers, sponsors, artists and contributors of the Bright Harbor Art & Soul Brunch. This event was a wonderful expression of the creativity and spirit of all of the individuals involved. If you missed the brunch, but would still like to enjoy some of works of art you can visit The Jay and Linda Grunin
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Ocean Mental Health Services, Inc. Annual Report provides a wonderful opportunity for us to recognize the highlights and challenges of the past FY 2017. It also provides us with the opportunity to continue as the largest mental health provider in Ocean County, NJ. At OceanMHS we pride ourselves in offering comprehensive mental health treatment
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Journey of Healing Jennifer came to therapy just days after her husband died suddenly. Life for her and her young daughter changed forever when Jen discovered her husband in their home; he had overdosed on opiates. Jennifer was completely unaware that her husband had become addicted to heroin. Though she had noticed some changes in
The Wave Program visits the Llamas for a fun day of Pet Therapy BY: Kasey Congero, MA, LAC, Wave Coordinator The OceanMHS Wave Program had the pleasure of a visit to Second Wind Farm in New Egypt, NJ on November 8, 2017. The Wave staff and consumers met Bev Vienckowski, owner of the beautiful farm and
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A new approach to psychotherapy that utilizes the field of vision to facilitate healing. BY: Stephanie Iannelli, LCSW Outpatient Department Developed by Dr. David Grand in 2003, Brainspotting is a neuro-physioloigcal/psychological approach. The clinician and client find the Brainspot together; the client notices his/her internal senses, while the clinician observes automatic reflexes such as blinks, twitches or
The NJAMHAA Fall 2017 Focus issue features OceanMHS you can read it here. For the full article visit OMHS NN Fall 2017
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Why are nonprofits so important? By: Julia Iachetta, OceanMHS Nurse Residential Housing Ocean Mental Health Services, Inc. provides numerous children, families, and adults throughout Ocean County struggling with mental health issues, from situational stressors to severe and persistent mental illness. Staff members are devoted to the care and comfort of our consumers, providing them with
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Jim Cooney on Advocating for Change and Driving the Mission October 16, 2017 – As CEO of Ocean Mental Health Services in Ocean, NJ, Jim Cooney has been an advocate for ensuring quality mental health care reaches consumers. In an ever-changing landscape of economic models, sometimes Mr. Cooney’s ability to deliver on this mission is more challenging
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By: Drennan Hayden/ Ocean Academy Art Teacher Artwork By: Drennan Hayden I think the therapeutic value of art was clear to me long before I had even given any thought to mental health. In the process of art making we put forth some of our most personal energies, in a way exposing our thoughts to ourselves
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