Mat Su Health Services

1363 West Spruce Avenue Wasilla, AK 99654
Outpatient
Mat Su Health Services AK 99654

About Mat Su Health Services

Mat-Su Health Services, Inc. – Wasilla is a community healthcare provider based in the beautiful city of Wasilla, Alaska. They provide a wide range of primary healthcare services, as well as mental and behavioral health services like counseling and medication assisted treatment. Their behavioral health program works on an outpatient basis and treats children, teens and adults.

They accept most insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid. They can also offer discounted fees based on your family size and income.

They provide thorough psychiatric evaluations before creating an individualized treatment plan for you. Their treatment method takes a full person approach and looks at your mental health, physical health and substance use. Their counseling services can include individual, family and group therapy.

Their MAT program helps you detox and remain sober without any uncomfortable or painful cravings and withdrawal symptoms. They carefully administer buprenorphine or naloxone to remove undesired symptoms and reduce the effectiveness of illicit substances.

This decreases the desire to use substances and helps you remain sober. For some patients, they combine this medication with the NSS-2 BRIDGE device. This is an FDA approved device that sits behind your ear and looks like a big hearing aid. It uses electrical pulses to stimulate certain nerves in your cranium. This reduces the heavy withdrawal symptoms that typically come when healing from opioid addiction.

Another thing they offer is psychosocial rehabilitative services. This program is for children or adults who aren’t able to function normally because of a chronic mental health condition or a big emotional event. Mat-Su Health Services helps to stabilize your condition and shows you how to develop life skills to look after yourself.

Latest Reviews

Clover Strickling
1 month ago on Google
1
Have had nothing but bad experiences with Mat-Su Health Services. From admin staff to medical providers, they are unprofessional, and will let you fall through the cracks. This has been the case for both health care and mental health services. I highly advice you to seek services elsewhere, as you will not get quality service here.
Kristina Tennesen
3 months ago on Google
5
Thank you for everything under the sun
Juanita Hafley
5 months ago on Google
1
In January my husband was diagnosed with multiple chronic comorbid syndrome and dementia. Is PCP never told him before she quit and his new PCP he's never even talked to. They have totally neglected his health and is declined does anybody know a good malpractice attorney that would handle a suit against them? Somebody needs to address this issue with the public!
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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.

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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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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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.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

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.

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1363 West Spruce Avenue
Wasilla, AK 99654

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Reviews of Mat Su Health Services

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3.9 (141 reviews)
Clover Strickling
1 month ago
1

Have had nothing but bad experiences with Mat-Su Health Services. From admin staff to medical providers, they are unprofessional, and will let you fall through the cracks. This has been the case for both health care and mental health services. I highly advice you to seek services elsewhere, as you will not get quality service here.

Kristina Tennesen
3 months ago
5

Thank you for everything under the sun

Juanita Hafley
5 months ago
1

In January my husband was diagnosed with multiple chronic comorbid syndrome and dementia. Is PCP never told him before she quit and his new PCP he's never even talked to. They have totally neglected his health and is declined does anybody know a good malpractice attorney that would handle a suit against them? Somebody needs to address this issue with the public!

Maio Nishkian
6 months ago
1

This is the worst mental health clinic I ve ever been to. Very unreliable to keep appointments, they cancel the appointments without calling you so you don t know until you get there. Happened probably 4/6 times. Seem very disorganized and the mental health screening and provider was very impersonal and out of it.

Chad R
7 months ago
5

Jim
8 months ago
1

I was referred here to help manage my medication and mental health for military service connected ptsd and other mental health issues. I was assigned a nurse practitioner who was rude, condescending, accusatory, and would not even talk to me unless I took a drug test during my initial appointment, which I felt was absurd. She didn't like the medications that took me years of trial and error to find that worked well for me, so she took me off of everything and gave me a non stimulant adhd med.I am worse off now with depression and ptsd than before I went in to get help that I never received. When the bill came, it was over $800 for meeting with the NP for about 15 minutes. No follow-up care and I am now out of all meds. I am switching to the VA clinic for actual medical care. This place is not good for mental health conditions at all.

Theresa Klenner
9 months ago
1

Review is specifically for dentist in Wasilla. From January to March, my parent was rescheduled 3 times because the dentist was out. I was notified same day. Very inconvenient for those of us who have to take time off, plus my dad could ve received services earlier had I known how flaky this dentist is.

Nicole M
1 year ago
3

Let me begin by saying that especially if you are a new patient, get a cost estimate in writing for everything BEFORE you agree to anything. I failed to do this and got a BAD shock when I received my bill. When I set my appointment, by phone, I was given a verbal quote of just under $500 for a physical. I was under the impression that the cost would include a PAP and a Mammogram.When I arrived for the appointment I discovered that the PAP and Mamo were not included. The appointment only involved: my vitals taken, a bump looked at and a few questions asked (about how to get a PAP, a Mamo and bloodwork). That's it.A few days later when my bill was ready I discovered I was charged $1,030.00. Maybe that's normal? But charging over a thousand dollars for a basic physical is ridiculous. That is not affordable healthcare!

Jobear Kinney
1 year ago
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Lisi Henson
1 year ago
5

I ve always had really good insurance, and I m suddenly found myself without any insurance. This place provided a sliding scale fee, and provided me with excellent care.Hannah Grawey listened, offered advice, and I have never been to a Clinic before but I ll be back. This will become my primary provider. I truly had an excellent experience, and I think everybody, including Marty, who help me to find marketplace insurance and and file other paperwork for assistiance. Thank you Mat Su health services. You maje a difference.

Victoria Hennessey
1 year ago
5

Friendly dentist and staff.

Bobbi MacDonald
1 year ago
5

When I have a need for help, I get it at MatSuHealth Services Shannon Booth has been a big help to me during this time of panic, attack and anxiety and Helen sharp has helped me a lot too

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