Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare Unveils “The Odyssey Way” Experience
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (May 7, 2026) — Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare has grown into a trusted national provider across a comprehensive continuum of mental health services, helping thousands of individuals navigate their path to healing. This growth has been guided by the organization’s six core values — respect, service, flexibility, collaboration, accountability, and integrity — which shape a client and employee experience that sets Odyssey apart.
The way those values are put into action is what we refer to as “The Odyssey Way,” defined through three guiding pillars:
- We Care + Connect
- We Find a Way
- We Do the Right Thing
These principles are more than words — they are embedded in every interaction, intention, clinical decision, and moment of support delivered across Odyssey’s mental health treatment programs nationwide. “Through the years, our focus has remained clear and constant — providing exceptional care rooted in compassion, connection, and integrity,” said Richard Clark, Chief Executive Officer of Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare. “
‘The Odyssey Way’ reflects who we are at our core. It ensures that every client experience is guided by empathy, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to doing what’s right.” As demand for behavioral healthcare continues to grow, Odyssey has expanded its reach and impact by addressing a critical need — bridging the treatment gap between inpatient hospitalization and traditional outpatient therapy. Through its network of specialized residential and outpatient programs, Odyssey delivers evidence-based, individualized care in environments designed to promote safety, trust, and healing.
The organization’s commitment to measurable outcomes and continuous improvement has positioned Odyssey as a leader in the industry. For over six years, Basis 24 Outcomes data have been collected and compared with a national comparison group through a partnership with eBasis, an organization grounded in research from Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital. Odyssey’s clinical programs consistently demonstrate meaningful reductions in symptom severity and improved longitudinal outcomes, reinforcing its mission to deliver care that changes lives.
“Odyssey has built a strong, stable foundation — but our work is far from done,” Clark added. “We’re energized by the opportunity ahead to reach more individuals, strengthen our continuum of care, and continue setting a higher standard for behavioral healthcare.”
About Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare
Founded in 2015, Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare provides specialized behavioral health treatment for individuals with complex psychiatric conditions, eating disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring diagnoses. The organization delivers evidence-based care across a comprehensive continuum of services, including residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programs, and transitional living, at locations nationwide. Odyssey reports annual treatment outcomes that exceed national benchmarks.
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