Cahaba Center for Mental Health

Medical Center Parkway
Selma, AL 36701

About Cahaba Center for Mental Health

Located in Selma, Alabama, Cahaba Center for Mental Health offers mental illness treatment and disability services to men and women seeking recovery. If addiction is the primary diagnosis, clients may need to be referred to an alcohol and drug rehab center.

Cahaba Center for Mental Health provides multiple levels of care to their clients. They also support individuals who have been referred through the court system. Early intervention services, in-home services, and developmental disability services are provided. Additional services include outpatient and residential treatment.

Outpatient Treatment
The outpatient program is for individuals who do not need a high level of supervision. Services may be offered in home or in an office setting. Individual therapy and group therapy are available.

Residential Treatment
The residential program is for those who need 24/7 supervision. Individual therapy, skills classes, and educational programming are provided.

Private Insurance
Cahaba Center for Mental Health accepts most insurance plans, including Anthem, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Magellan, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Out of network benefits may vary, so it’s important to verify coverage with your insurance provider.

Latest Reviews

Doris Thornton
4 months ago on Google
1
Cahaba mental health here in Selma do not care about that patient I have been off my meds for 2 days no one called in all my prescriptions just part of them and I need all of my medicine if I didn't I would not come there
Response from the owner3 months ago
Please call (334) 875-2100 to discuss this matter. Thank you.
Theresa V
8 months ago on Google
5
Brie Blades
1 year ago on Google
1
This place is TERRIBLE. I cannot express HOW awful a certain therapist (I will not mention names) was to my two children, she has NO credentials, can t find her on google, I don t even know if she s licensed. But she s allowed to go to schools in our area as a child therapist, call them out of class, and then diagnose them in a demeaning way. My child is on the spectrum and we are working toward getting her diagnosis. This therapist insulted her by telling her during a session WOW, you just can t sit still, with your adhd no wonder you drive your sister crazy . Every Monday my baby got in the car crying bc of something rude and inappropriate she d said to her. And no, my daughter has never been diagnosed with adhd. Awful. If you want decent child therapy, LEAVE SELMA! You will not get it here.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Lady Blades, we are sorry to hear about your negative experience. We are concerned about the situation and would appreciate the opportunity to discuss it in more detail. Please call our Executive Director at (334) 418-6500 so we can discuss this further.

Location

Accepted Insurance

Cahaba Center for Mental Health works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

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.

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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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.
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Hearing Impaired Program
A sensory disability, such as hearing impairment, can compound the challenges of addiction recovery. Drug rehabs that are specially designed to accommodate the needs of persons with hearing impairments will include special accessibility features and accommodations to make treatment as comfortable and effective as possible. This may include access to American Sign Language interpreters.
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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.

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.

Contact Information

Phone icon (334) 875-2100
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Medical Center Parkway
Selma, AL 36701

Fact checked and written by:
Courtney Myers, MS
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

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2.3 (3 reviews)
Doris Thornton
4 months ago
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Cahaba mental health here in Selma do not care about that patient I have been off my meds for 2 days no one called in all my prescriptions just part of them and I need all of my medicine if I didn't I would not come there

Response from the owner4 months ago
Please call (334) 875-2100 to discuss this matter. Thank you.
Theresa V
8 months ago
5

Brie Blades
1 year ago
1

This place is TERRIBLE. I cannot express HOW awful a certain therapist (I will not mention names) was to my two children, she has NO credentials, can t find her on google, I don t even know if she s licensed. But she s allowed to go to schools in our area as a child therapist, call them out of class, and then diagnose them in a demeaning way. My child is on the spectrum and we are working toward getting her diagnosis. This therapist insulted her by telling her during a session WOW, you just can t sit still, with your adhd no wonder you drive your sister crazy . Every Monday my baby got in the car crying bc of something rude and inappropriate she d said to her. And no, my daughter has never been diagnosed with adhd. Awful. If you want decent child therapy, LEAVE SELMA! You will not get it here.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Lady Blades, we are sorry to hear about your negative experience. We are concerned about the situation and would appreciate the opportunity to discuss it in more detail. Please call our Executive Director at (334) 418-6500 so we can discuss this further.
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