Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center

700 East Cottonwood Road
Dothan AL, 36301

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center AL 36301

About Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center

Addiction can start at an early age, and getting your child the right care while they’re still young can make an immense difference for them. That’s the focus of Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center. This facility is a behavioral health treatment center for kids and teens in Dothan, Alabama.

In this facility’s residential treatment program, they work with boys ages 10 to 18 and girls ages 12 to 18. They’re separated by age groups and genders so your child will be living with others in their same gender and age range.

The programs here are for not only kids and teens with addiction, but those who have psychiatric needs as well as those with a dual diagnosis. This means the kids who have both addiction and a mental health condition. In any case, your child’s program will be entirely tailored to them and what they need for health and wellness.

Individual therapy and group therapy are cornerstones of these programs. But your child will also develop important life skills too that will empower their growth and their life without drugs and alcohol. There are specialized groups for certain issues too like a grief and loss group and a self-injury group so your child will have the support of others who’re going through the same challenges. Throughout the program your child will be keeping up with their schoolwork too because the facility has individualized education onsite.

Latest Reviews

heather paulus
1 month ago on Google
5
I have had a few youths complete this program with remarkable results. Staff has always been polite, respectful and care a great deal about the kids. At first my youths complained how awful the place was, but after realizing they needed to be there, they did a complete turnaround and are doing wonderful back at home with their families. They later admitted that the place wasn t that bad, they just did not want to be there and were trying anything they could to be removed. They both have expressed how grateful they are to have been there and learned a lot. They loved their therapists too!
Seth s
1 month ago on Google
1
I was in there for suicide and self harm, never again will I come back here
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi, Seth. Thank you for reaching out to us. We would like to take the opportunity to address your concerns with you directly. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting https://laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us/ so that we can follow up with you. Thank you again and we hope to hear from you soon. If you need to speak with someone immediately, please call 911, or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
Nicolette Sampson
2 months ago on Google
1
My opinion of laurel oaks is that they don't do Alot for the kids that go there took my son and they keep him 14 days he seen therapist one time and the doctor 2 times
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi, Nicolette. Thank you for reaching out to us. We would like to take the opportunity to address your concerns with you directly. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us so that we can follow up with you. Thank you again and we hope to hear from you soon.

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Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center 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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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.

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.

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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Inpatient rehab is designed primarily for clients exiting detox, people in early recovery, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Participants reside at the rehab facility until they complete their treatment program. This allows them to focus solely on their recovery, away from outside distractions, stressors, and addiction triggers. Inpatient drug rehab typically involves extensive addiction counseling, recovery-focused life skills training, and complementary therapies.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
A drug intervention in Alabama is an organized attempt to convince someone they have a substance use issue and that they need treatment. During an intervention, loved ones share their concerns about the person's substance use and encourage them to get help. A professional can provide guidance and support for this effort through intervention services, to help participants avoid missteps and increase the success of the intervention.

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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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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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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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Life skills are an essential part of addiction recovery. These skills help you succeed in day to day life and live independently. They fall into three main categories: interpersonal skills, thinking skills, and self awareness. Treatment involves developing these skills for a successful recovery.

Proper nutrition increases comfort levels during detox and supports healing during drug rehab in Alabama. Nutrition therapy provides this crucial, balanced nourishment and helps you develop skills for long term health throughout recovery.

Amenities

  • basketball iconBasketball Court
  • recreation iconRecreation Room
  • weight iconGym
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  • pool iconSwimming Pool
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
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Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (334) 794-7373
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700 East Cottonwood Road
Dothan AL, 36301

Fact checked and written by:
Nikki Wisher, BA
Edited by:
Peter Lee, PhD

Reviews of Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center

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My daughter told me some shocking stories about what goes on in there. By what I understand the staff is underqualified to treat the patients they have. Some of the kids are not receiving the help they need and they, in turn, affect the treatment of other kids with less seri ... Read More

Reviewed on 2/28/2019
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heather paulus
1 month ago
5

I have had a few youths complete this program with remarkable results. Staff has always been polite, respectful and care a great deal about the kids. At first my youths complained how awful the place was, but after realizing they needed to be there, they did a complete turnaround and are doing wonderful back at home with their families. They later admitted that the place wasn t that bad, they just did not want to be there and were trying anything they could to be removed. They both have expressed how grateful they are to have been there and learned a lot. They loved their therapists too!

Seth s
1 month ago
1

I was in there for suicide and self harm, never again will I come back here

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi, Seth. Thank you for reaching out to us. We would like to take the opportunity to address your concerns with you directly. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting https://laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us/ so that we can follow up with you. Thank you again and we hope to hear from you soon. If you need to speak with someone immediately, please call 911, or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
John Hestle
2 months ago
1

I was in this place from 9/1987 til the end of 1988. This place was located next to Boardwalk and Baseball in orlando not far from SeaWorld. They kept me in a padded room in a paper gown most of the time I was there and they kept giving me shots in the butt that would knock me out. When I was awake they kept me all drugged up on a bunch of drugs. I couldn't concentrate or be myself. The male staff was very abusive not to just me but others. I seen a kid get body slammed in the group room. This place isn't for children If you really love them and want them to change. Do some research and find a better place for them. A place that actually cares for the kids. I pray this place actually gets shut down and losses their licenses cause it's no way to run a business and you don't treat children the way these people do at this place. If this place isn't in florida anymore Thank God. But don't put your children in any behavior program with the Laurel oaks name. I pray someone sues this place for miss treating their children and shuts it down for good taking the license for indefinitely.

Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi, John. We understand that your time is valuable and appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. If you would like to discuss your concerns further with a representative, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us. Thank you for reaching out.
Nicolette Sampson
2 months ago
1

My opinion of laurel oaks is that they don't do Alot for the kids that go there took my son and they keep him 14 days he seen therapist one time and the doctor 2 times

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi, Nicolette. Thank you for reaching out to us. We would like to take the opportunity to address your concerns with you directly. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us so that we can follow up with you. Thank you again and we hope to hear from you soon.
Emily Bradley
3 months ago
1

Still waitin' to file a lawsuit against y'all. Traumatized me surely, and left with laundry that was really wet and it wasn't even dried. I expected better of this place.Think before you send your kids here.

Response from the owner3 months ago
Hi, Emily. Thank you for reaching out to us with your feedback. So that we can address your concerns directly, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us. Thank you again.
Melissa Hera
3 months ago
1

My daughter was there and treated horribly. If anyone else has this problem reach out to me? I am looking to try to do something to change it. Hit me up on Facebook or hit me up through Google message friend. Request me.I will try to help you

Response from the owner3 months ago
Hi, Melissa. Your feedback is very important to us and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share it with us. We'd like to take the opportunity to follow up with you directly so that we can learn more about your concerns. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us. Again, thank you.
A Google User
3 months ago
1

Been there ten times every time it got worse last time was 2016 violent kids, careless staff, unhygienic environment, etc. Horrible place

Response from the owner3 months ago
We appreciate your feedback. We would like to get more details about this; please visit http://www.laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us at your earliest convenience to provide us with your contact information. We hope to hear from you soon.
Cgmarvelous
3 months ago
2

I was admitted here June 29 and stayed for about two weeks. They sorely mismanaged my medications, I have a pre-existing health condition and it took them 3 days to get me any of the meds I needed for it, then an ER trip for them to get me the correct dosage. Then they put me on psych meds that worsened the symptoms of my physical condition. I was passing out here more times that I can count, I remember waking up on the bathroom floor with ringing in my ears, and I m not sure if they even filed the proper paperwork for that. The lunch staff is awesome though.

Response from the owner3 months ago
Your feedback is very important to us and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share it with us. We'd like to take the opportunity to follow up with you directly so that we can learn more about your concerns. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting https://laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us/. Again, thank you.
Madison Milton
4 months ago
1

I am writing to share my experience during my stay at Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Inpatient Hospital when I was 14 years old. The only reason this rate is 1 star and not 0 is because there is no option. I stayed for two days, and I must say that it was a distressing and unhelpful experience, especially for someone dealing with anxiety or other serious mental health issues. Firstly, the environment at Laurel Oaks was far from therapeutic. The facility had severe hygiene issues, including the presence of bed bugs and roaches. This is unacceptable and only added to the stress of being there. Moreover, the staff behavior was highly unprofessional and concerning. I witnessed staff members body-slamming patients and gossiping with their favorite group of patients about others. This behavior not only fosters a toxic environment but also contributes to the deterioration of mental health for those who are already vulnerable. The overall atmosphere was chaotic and intimidating. The place seemed more suited for kids who engage in fights rather than those seeking help for real issues. Throughout my two-day stay, there was no constructive activity or therapy provided. Instead, we were left to color pictures while fights broke out around us, and derogatory comments were made about those who were already struggling. Adding to the distress, staff members threatened those who were scared and wanted to leave by telling them that their parents would have to pay thousands of dollars per night if they were taken out early. This kind of manipulation is not only unethical but also extremely damaging to a patient s mental well-being. Ultimately, Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Inpatient Hospital is not a suitable environment for individuals seeking help for serious mental health issues. The lack of professionalism, inadequate hygiene, and harmful behavior by the staff make it a detrimental place for anyone needing real support and care. My stay there left me feeling worse than when I arrived, and I would not recommend this facility to anyone in need of genuine mental health care.

Response from the owner4 months ago
Hi, Madison. Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. We'd appreciate the opportunity to discuss them with you in more detail directly. Should you wish to speak with a representative in more detail, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.laureloaksbhc.com/contact-us. Thank you again.
SandraBF
4 months ago
5

The staff at Laurel Oaks treated my son with respect and compassion. He is feeling much better about life and how he deals with situations that are totally out of his control. Thank you for your support and guidance you provided to my son.

Response from the owner4 months ago
Hi, Sandra. Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us! Compliments such as these are held very dear to our hearts. We re currently working on a staff recognition campaign and would like to share your kind words with our community. If we may include your anonymous feedback, please fill out the following form by visiting https://ebgw.short.gy/LaurelOaks. Thank you again for sharing your thoughtful comments with us.
Precious Martin
4 months ago
5

Good

Response from the owner4 months ago
Thank you for the five stars, Precious!
Mya Ammons
5 months ago
4

I was in 5th grade when I got sent here. I had attempted suicide, this place saved me. Staff were so nice, I felt welcomed and taken care of, I felt safe and comfortable there. I told my therapist, if there ever is a need for me to come back, send me there

Response from the owner5 months ago
Hi, Mya. Thank you for taking the time to leave us such positive feedback. We greatly value your kind words and will be sure to pass this along to our team. Thank you again and have a great day!
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