In today’s busy world, feeling overwhelmed has become all too common. Whether it’s work, family responsibilities, or the constant flood of information, stress can take a serious toll on our mental health. At Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health, we believe managing stress is not only possible-but essential for overall well-being.
That’s why we created a short and powerful video: 7 Simple Tips to Stress Less and Feel More in Control. These tips are grounded in everyday strategies that anyone can use to find calm, reduce anxiety, and feel more balanced.
What You’ll Learn in the Video
In just a few minutes, you’ll discover 7 practical techniques to help you manage stress more effectively:
- Breathe Deeply Use a simple 4-4-4 breathing pattern to instantly calm your nervous system.
- Get Moving Whether it’s a walk, light stretching, or dancing in your kitchen-movement boosts mood and lowers stress hormones.
- Create a “Worry Window” Set aside 15 minutes a day to write down worries, helping your brain release them for the rest of the day.
- Say No More Often Learn the power of setting boundaries and protecting your time.
- Unplug Daily Step away from screens and social media to give your mind a break.
- Prioritize Sleep Build a healthy nighttime routine to improve rest and emotional resilience.
- Talk It Out Expressing your thoughts to a friend, therapist, or journal can bring clarity and relief.
These are small changes, but practiced consistently, they can lead to big improvements in your mental health.
When Self-Help Isn’t Enough: How Our Outpatient Programs Can Help
While these tips are great for day-to-day stress, some individuals need more structured support to manage anxiety, depression, or emotional challenges. That’s where our outpatient mental health treatment programs come in.
At Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health, we offer compassionate, evidence-based care through two key outpatient services:
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
- A full-day program providing intensive therapeutic support while allowing patients to return home in the evening.
- Ideal for individuals who need structured care but don’t require overnight hospitalization.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Flexible, part-time therapy sessions (three hours per day, three days a week).
- Great for those transitioning from higher levels of care or managing symptoms while balancing daily life.
What to Expect in Our Outpatient Programs
Our PHP and IOP include:
✔ Psychiatric evaluation & medication management
✔ Individual and group therapy sessions
✔ Evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and ACT
✔ Family involvement to support long-term recovery
✔ A team of expert clinicians, including therapists, psychiatrists, and nurses
Whether you’re seeking tools to manage everyday stress or need professional support for deeper mental health concerns, we’re here to help you feel more in control.
Take the Next Step
Your mental health matters-and you don’t have to manage it alone.
If you or a loved one could benefit from our outpatient programs, call us today at (949) 900-8436 to speak with our admissions team or learn more about our services.
Small steps can lead to lasting change. Let’s take the first one together.