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Recognizing the Early Signs of Stress, Burnout, and Emotional Strain in Men Men often carry high expectations-at work, at home, and in their personal lives. The pressure to stay strong can make it difficult to acknowledge stress, burnout, or anxiety, even when these challenges begin affecting daily life. In this Mental Health Minute, the team…

On Saturday, November 15, 2025, OC Specialty Health & Hospitals proudly joined thousands of community members at NAMIWalks Orange County at Angel Stadium-an inspiring annual event dedicated to mental health awareness and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness. This year, Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health and Anaheim Community Hospital came together with an…

Determining the right kind of support can feel overwhelming when you or a loved one is facing mental health challenges or struggling with substance use. Too often, people believe their only choices are either checking into a hospital or relying on standard outpatient therapy. Fortunately, there’s another option. Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) provide a flexible…

Understanding When Stress Becomes Too Much – and How to Recover Safely Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or emotionally exhausted can happen to anyone. But when life’s pressures pile up to the point where it feels like you can’t function – you may be experiencing what many refer to as a mental breakdown. In this Mental…

Deciding on the right level of mental health treatment can feel overwhelming. Should you or your loved one enter a hospital for inpatient care, or is outpatient treatment enough? At Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health in Aliso Viejo, Orange County, we make this decision easier. Our team offers both inpatient and outpatient programs, and we’re here…

Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health is thrilled to announce the resounding success of our Second Annual Back-to-School Drive! Thanks to the generous support of our caring community and dedicated partners, we were able to fill 32 backpacks for our adolescent patients, helping them step confidently into the new school year. A Heartfelt Thank You to Our…

At Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health, we believe that education is one of the most powerful tools in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. That’s why we created our new Mental Health Myths vs. Facts video — a quick, 90-second resource designed to help you separate fact from fiction and encourage open, honest conversations about mental…

At Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health, we believe in constantly evolving to meet the complex and critical needs of mental healthcare. That’s why we’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on a recent podcast appearance by our visionary CEO, Dorinda Mueller, on the Becker’s Behavioral Health podcast. This is more than just a conversation; it’s a deep…

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…

At Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health, inclusion is more than a value—it’s a commitment. This June, we’re proud to recognize Pride Month and highlight the importance of affirming spaces in mental health care. Our June 2025 Outpatient Newsletter is now available and dedicated to celebrating diversity, fostering community, and spotlighting the support we provide for LGBTQIA+…