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Intensive Outpatient & Mental Health Services in Annapolis

Find sanctuary in the depths of your courage—at The Refuge.

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Finding the right care for yourself or your family can feel overwhelming.

At The Refuge in Annapolis, we offer a safe and supportive environment where healing and growth are possible.

Our services go beyond traditional treatment—offering intensive outpatient programs (IOP), individual and family therapy, EMDR therapy, group support, medication management, and coaching.

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Here, recovery is never one-size-fits-all.

We walk beside you with compassion, honesty, and evidence-based care, so you never have to face the journey alone.

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How We Can Support You

  • Recovery & Regulation IOP

    Recovery & Regulation is an Intensive Outpatient Program for adults struggling with substance use, gambling, disordered eating patterns, compulsive sexual behavior, technology use, relationship patterns, and other compulsive or addictive behaviors.

    Instead of focusing only on what you’re doing, we help you understand what the behavior is doing for you—and build healthier ways to regulate stress, emotions, urges, and your nervous system.

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  • Adolescent IOP

    Teens face unique pressures—from school stress to identity challenges to substance misuse. Our Adolescent IOP offers after-school support so teens can continue their education while receiving intensive care.

    This program integrates mental health treatment and substance misuse support through group therapy, skills training, and family involvement.

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  • Mental Health IOP

    Our Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program provides structured, evidence-based mental health treatment for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotional overwhelm.

    Research shows that mental health IOP programs can be as effective as inpatient care—while allowing you to stay connected to your work, relationships, and daily life.

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  • Emerging Adults IOP

    Coming soon!

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Meet the Refuge Team

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    Chelsea Tarleton, LCSW-C

    Clinical Director & Therapist

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    David Richardson, CATC III, CPC, ELI-MP, ADT

    Recovery & Regulation IOP facilitator, Counselor & Life Coach

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    Dustin Richardson, LCPC

    Executive Director & Therapist

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    Jennifer Yanik, LCSW-C

    Mental Health IOP facilitator & Therapist

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    Jim Ford, CSC-AD

    Recovery & Regulation IOP facilitator & Counselor

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    Mandy Mona, C-IAYT, TIYT, E-RYT500 , PCA Certified

    Somatic Yoga Therapist

  • Mary Krawczewicz, PMHNP-BC

    Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

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    Randi Pedersen, MSW, LMSW

    Adolescent IOP Coordinator & Therapist

  • Stephanie Pierce, PMHNP-BC

    Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

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    Tamara Marshall, M.S., RPA

    Mental Health IOP facilitator & Therapist

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    Toyosi Alomaja, LCMFT

    Program Administrator & Therapist

What Clients are Saying

“I was taught to stop beating myself up-this was so valuable to me as someone new to the recovery & healing process. And, that it’s okay not to be okay; this will pass. Being a part of this community at The Refuge will always be a part of my life til I die. A sober me is the best I can do for myself, and I thank The Refuge daily for helping me at such a vulnerable time in my life.”

“It was very helpful to both have a venue to break up my previous routine and a venue to break up with my bad/old habits. I was able to learn more effective emotional regulation and process very specific situations to identify areas of improvement. In the group setting, there is no judgment-only warmth and encouragement from my peers and the group leader.”

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Why Choose IOP at The Refuge?

Benefits of IOP include:

  • Continue work or school while receiving treatment

  • Practice skills in your home environment in real time

  • Build a peer support network alongside licensed therapists

  • Receive comprehensive, individualized treatment

Recovery is not linear—but with the right support, it is possible.

Curious if IOP is right for you or your teen? Contact The Refuge today to speak with our care team.

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