Greater Lakes Recovery Center

14016 A street South
Tacoma, WA 98444

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About Greater Lakes Recovery Center

Greater Lakes Recovery Center, located in Tacoma, Washington is a private 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.

Specialty rehab programs at Greater Lakes Recovery Center include age-sensitive addiction treatment considering health and life-stage issues of older adults.

Latest Reviews

Brad McKnight
7 months ago on Google
5
I was experiencing a tramatic breakdown 2017 with Suicidal Ideation and was detained by the court,to the Inpatient Greater lakes in Parkland. The staff were there for me,especially a couple of them who never gave up on me,even though I still had long ways to go after discharging,still these folks are a part of who I am today,as 2yrs after in 2019 became a Peer Counselor myself to now 2023 a MHC III,never imagined 6yrs ago,being where Im at today. Thank you for saving my life!
Melissa Mejia
2 years ago on Google
1
Brainwashes you to make you seem more I ll then you are stay away from here !
Reviewed on 09/23/2019
5
Doctors are very good at what they do. They really pay attention.

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Accepted Insurance

Greater Lakes Recovery Center 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.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Treatments

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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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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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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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.

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.

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.

Contact Information

Phone icon (253) 581-7020
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14016 A street South
Tacoma, WA 98444

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Reviews of Greater Lakes Recovery Center

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5

Doctors are very good at what they do. They really pay attention.

Reviewed on 9/23/2019
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I had a positive experience here at Greater Lakes, I learned a lot of things and made a huge progress in my recovery process, I recommend it to everyone in need. It is a good place with great people at their service.

Reviewed on 2/18/2019
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3.5 (6 reviews)
Brad McKnight
7 months ago
5

I was experiencing a tramatic breakdown 2017 with Suicidal Ideation and was detained by the court,to the Inpatient Greater lakes in Parkland. The staff were there for me,especially a couple of them who never gave up on me,even though I still had long ways to go after discharging,still these folks are a part of who I am today,as 2yrs after in 2019 became a Peer Counselor myself to now 2023 a MHC III,never imagined 6yrs ago,being where Im at today. Thank you for saving my life!

Melissa Mejia
2 years ago
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Brainwashes you to make you seem more I ll then you are stay away from here !

Rachel C
6 years ago
4

Ive battled Ptsd evolving into C-Ptsd For 8 years. this facility had a gentler approach to ptsd treatment and didnt antagonize me for my need to pace or take excessive showers to attempt to calm my anxiety. I was visited by my counselor in person, phonecalls were not monitored, There was freedom to simply be. and there was compassion and healthy food everyday.

Shawna Pederson
6 years ago
1

Staff would never return my calls. They sent my Mom home saying she was fine. Very untrue. Without ever telling me, they were giving her shots of something to "calm her down". She came home very paranoid and suicidal. Very sad.

Patrick Matthews
7 years ago
5

The Amazing Adventures of the Blunt Master
8 years ago
5

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