About Maryland Wellness
Maryland Wellness is a leading Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (OMHC) committed to providing compassionate, individualized care that strengthens clients, families, and communities. Through therapy, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP) services, and medication management, we help underserved populations across Maryland achieve their full potential. With a holistic, person-centered approach, we empower individuals to navigate life’s challenges and thrive.
Explore our story, mission, values, and the team that drives our dedication to mental wellness.
Our Story
Maryland Wellness began in 2013 as Baltimore Area Community Health Services (BACHS Healthcare), co-founded by Pat Rami and Judith Smith-Downing. In 2017, under the leadership of Ken Thakkar, we expanded statewide, acquiring legacy organizations like Aspen Wellness Center in Cumberland and Alek’s House in Lanham. In 2021, we unified under the name Maryland Wellness to reflect our commitment to providing accessible care throughout the state.
From our roots in Baltimore City—where nearly 20% of residents face behavioral health challenges—our mission has remained the same: to reduce barriers to care and provide wrap-around mental health support. Our CARF accreditation confirms our adherence to the highest standards in behavioral health care, ensuring every client receives quality, person-centered services tailored to their needs.
Mission of Maryland Wellness
Maryland Wellness helps at-risk and underserved individuals achieve their full potential by providing individualized mental health care and life skills support to strengthen clients, families, and communities.
Vision of Maryland Wellness
To become one of Maryland’s leading Outpatient Mental Health Clinics (OMHC) and providers of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP) services through excellent client service, community partnerships, and innovation.
Our Values
At Maryland Wellness, our core values guide every interaction with clients, partners, and our team:
- Compassion – We treat every individual with kindness and affirmation, creating a trusting relationship to alleviate negative feelings. We extend the same compassion internally, fostering a supportive workplace that values self-care.
- Commitment – We go the extra mile to re-engage clients who miss appointments, recognizing that absence can signal a deeper need for support. We are equally committed to our team, ensuring they have the resources to succeed and thrive.
- Respect – Every client deserves dignity and respect as they navigate mental health challenges. Our person-centered approach ensures they remain active participants in their treatment. Internally, we foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and mutual respect.
- Collaboration – We work closely with therapists, prescribers, referring partners, primary care physicians, and other external providers to create comprehensive support systems for clients. Our internal teams collaborate to overcome challenges and deliver the best possible outcomes.
- Transparency – Open communication is at the heart of our client relationships. We involve clients in every step of their care plan and maintain transparency across all organizational levels.
- Innovation – From mobile medication delivery to transportation assistance, we constantly seek new ways to meet client needs. Internally, we embrace feedback to drive meaningful change and expand our offerings.
Careers
At Maryland Wellness, we are always looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join our team. We offer a supportive environment where clinicians, counselors, and administrative staff work together to make a difference in clients’ lives. By joining Maryland Wellness, you’ll be part of a team that values compassion, respect, and innovation in mental health care.
Explore our open positions below and learn more about a career with Maryland Wellness.