Ausable Valley Mental Health

511 Griffin Road
West Branch, MI 48661

AuSable Valley Community Mental Health MI 48661

About Ausable Valley Mental Health

Ausable Valley Mental Health, located in West Branch, Michigan is a public alcohol and drug rehab that offers treatment for a variety of substance abuse addictions including co-occurring mental health disorders. They offer residential care providing long term support for addiction recovery, as well as flexible outpatient addiction therapy allowing patients to live at home while receiving regular treatment.

Specialty rehab programs at Ausable Valley Mental Health include tailored care focusing on women's specific needs and experiences, gender-specific addiction treatment addressing unique challenges faced by men, and age-appropriate treatment for teens addressing adolescent-specific issues.

Patients at Ausable Valley Mental Health will find the private rooms that give personal space for reflection and undisturbed rest during treatment.

Ausable Valley Mental Health has received accreditations from CARF.

Latest Reviews

Jeremy S
3 months ago on Google
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This place spells neglect. Dr ibriham, there head of the medical staff, head doctor is a coward. Never have I ever encountered a dr. In his position that refuses to treat someone because of a condition that has been treated to treat another issue. Please if you value your safety and mental health seek other services. They push pills on you for something you don t even need to treat. Oh and don t ever work here.
Michelle Ingesoulian
6 months ago on Google
3
I gave them another chance after they sent me to a mental hospital that really messed me up a lot. They also gave me a job later on but I quit and I can't tell you why do to the HIPPA lawsI now see Jerri as a therapist. I hate that my doctor Lauran went else where and they gave me a new one autumn I do not recommend here's whyOne she only wants to make money by giving you pills oh take this one now let's make you withdrawal and get off of it put and try something that I told her I am lashing out on people having manic episodes so then she said why don't we try adding well let's just say I didn't take it after speaking to my pharmacist and primary care doctor the drug could have caused me to go into a coma due to other health reasons. So I called and talked to someone very helpful and understanding and there giving me a new one they better pray he won't do the same or I am going back to my primary doctor to get my meds
Sheryl
1 year ago on Google
5
My son came to ausable valley about 4yrs ago 5stars to everyone especially his case manager amy I couldn't have did this without all of you but Amy ty for the days I cried yelled didn't know how to handle things ty and to all the staff ty Dr Barba ty we have moved and I will miss the support we received ty again ausable valley you have helped us tremendously

Location

Accepted Insurance

Ausable Valley Mental Health works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
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Clients in inpatient rehab reside at the treatment facility while engaging in intensive daily treatment. Inpatient care is primarily designed for clients leaving detox, those in early recovery, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Clients participate in intensive addiction counseling, which may include group and family therapy as well as one-on-one sessions. Recovery-focused life skills training is also often prioritized. Many inpatient rehabs offer evidence-based complementary therapies, such as yoga, meditation, art therapy, and animal therapy.

Treatments

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
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Child Program
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
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Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Amenities

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Accreditations

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (989) 826-3208
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511 Griffin Road
West Branch, MI 48661

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2.4 (19 reviews)
Jeremy S
3 months ago
1

This place spells neglect. Dr ibriham, there head of the medical staff, head doctor is a coward. Never have I ever encountered a dr. In his position that refuses to treat someone because of a condition that has been treated to treat another issue. Please if you value your safety and mental health seek other services. They push pills on you for something you don t even need to treat. Oh and don t ever work here.

Michelle Ingesoulian
6 months ago
3

I gave them another chance after they sent me to a mental hospital that really messed me up a lot. They also gave me a job later on but I quit and I can't tell you why do to the HIPPA lawsI now see Jerri as a therapist. I hate that my doctor Lauran went else where and they gave me a new one autumn I do not recommend here's whyOne she only wants to make money by giving you pills oh take this one now let's make you withdrawal and get off of it put and try something that I told her I am lashing out on people having manic episodes so then she said why don't we try adding well let's just say I didn't take it after speaking to my pharmacist and primary care doctor the drug could have caused me to go into a coma due to other health reasons. So I called and talked to someone very helpful and understanding and there giving me a new one they better pray he won't do the same or I am going back to my primary doctor to get my meds

Sheryl
1 year ago
5

My son came to ausable valley about 4yrs ago 5stars to everyone especially his case manager amy I couldn't have did this without all of you but Amy ty for the days I cried yelled didn't know how to handle things ty and to all the staff ty Dr Barba ty we have moved and I will miss the support we received ty again ausable valley you have helped us tremendously

Cassi
1 year ago
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Samantha
1 year ago
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You should be shut down!!!

Sheridan Weaver
1 year ago
1

I would say a good 80% of the staff at this place over the years have been absolutely terrible in my opinion. I went there all of my early teens until late teens and, even some after that due to no other options. I had multiple doctors overmedicate me which led to later physical health issues I will forever have. They do nothing but set you up with a therapist that you will not see more than once a month...Give you 2 mediocre sessions with them and then you are told that your therapist is either leaving the agency or there's some other issue for why you are now being see up with a new therapist. Again and again this happened. I have known few wonderful therapists that have worked here and all that have.. leave to work somewhere better. Most of these people are undertrained and underqualified. So many people in our community have been hurt, traumatized and neglected by this mental health office. Why is NO ONE doing anything?

Trisha Hartley
1 year ago
5

Just wanted you guys to know...you are all just fabulous...from reception...to therapists...to family support...everyone works as a team and gets things done...thank you for all that you do...

Kimberly Smithmier
2 years ago
1

Worst place to go... never keep appointment. Some people there think they know everything and refuse to listen even when you are just trying to get better. I would go months without appointments and what they just did to a friend of mine who needed to be admitted for mental health is unforgivable so if you want to be serviced for a week or two and then transfered to another person and have to go through everything Over and over .. go here. I will never go here again!

Andy Halicki
2 years ago
5

Setchi Paunda
2 years ago
1

well, from what I have seen this place is stupid. They may have good days, but what they put their staff through is outrageous, unethical, and they have no idea how to create a stress free work place so that clients receive the best care possible. I put one star cause it doesnt allow me to put NONE. This place needs a serious overhaul. And then after hours emergency service is handled by staff who have already worked full shifts during the day. How can I get quality care when the people caring for me are burned out. I mean everything is outsourced these days. How difficult would it be for them to hire a dedicated staff for after hours. They have to pay staff for the work anyway. My gosh. Are they going to do something about it or what? Or does a serious complaint need to be filed with the state.

Morgan Hance
2 years ago
5

Go for therapy, I see Amanda, she is one of the best therapist I've ever seen. Bonus she has a service dog, Yoshi, that tags along. The receptionist Tina is also the sweetest she is so kind and gentle.

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