Twin Ports VA Clinic

3520 Tower Avenue Superior, WI 54880
Outpatient
Minneapolis VA Health Care System - Twin Ports CBOC WI 54880

About Twin Ports VA Clinic

Located in Superior, Wisconsin, you’ll find a veterans clinic called Twin Ports VA Clinic. They treat any veteran of any age who is currently suffering or attempting to fully recover from any drug or alcohol addiction. This also includes dual diagnosis care, which is inclusive of mental health conditions that may be interfering with your recovery. This can include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and schizophrenia, to name just a few examples.

Many veterans also may require medication assisted treatment (MAT) when attempting to quit, since it can be dangerous and uncomfortable to quit on your own if the addiction is severe enough. Medications such as Vivitrol and Suboxone can do a great job of reducing withdrawal symptoms and even reducing the intensity of cravings when quitting.

It’s important to note that this is an outpatient clinic. For some, this may be a benefit, since it allows the patient to return home each day after sessions. However, if you feel that your condition requires round-the-clock residential or inpatient care, that kind of service may not be accessible here. Still, you can be referred to a nearby clinic that does offer such services.

This clinic also offers specialized women’s services, such as treatment for military sexual trauma and maternity care. They also offer health maintenance, community support, and several options for counseling.

Some of their counseling services include individual and group therapy and marriage or relationship counseling. All of these three pillars of the recovery community can greatly increase your odds of long-term sobriety by helping you learn new coping skills, deal with trauma, and identify triggers.

Latest Reviews

Linda
2 months ago on Google
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Had an appointment and waited almost a hour and never saw the Dr. no one came and said they were running late. That would have been MUCH better. I walked out without seeing the Dr. Not a good time at all!!
Jamie Price
11 months ago on Google
1
Therapy is great, so sad i have to give a one star but the front desk worker was so rude and curt with me. I can t believe that this is how people act towards veterans, a little customer service goes a long way. It costs nothing to be nice.
Ethan Nelson
11 months ago on Google
1
Awful automated phone-in with no option to speak to someone. My grandpa might not get very important medication because of this P.O.S system they use so they don't have to talk to real people ever.
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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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
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.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Rehab aftercare programs support clients' long-term recovery through highly customized wraparound care aligned with clients' evolving needs. Most have been sober for a period of weeks or longer and have completed intensive inpatient rehab but may be receiving outpatient care. Many clients also receive services after being discharged from formal treatment. Long-term care plans are typically developed in collaboration with the client's case manager and care team and may include peer coaching, relapse prevention, and related services.
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
Individuals staying in a sober living home in Wisconsin benefit from support and friendship with others in recovery. They're also encouraged to continue rehab through support groups and outpatient treatment. Halfway house residents further benefit from increased responsibility and mutual accountability that helps them practice recovery skills. Their time at a sober living home prepares them to transition back to regular life after treatment.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
If you are planning a drug intervention in Wisconsin, many rehab facilities offer professional intervention services to assist you. Having the expert insight of a trained intervention specialist can improve your chances of success when helping you plan and facilitate the intervention. This third-party involvement can provide the impartiality necessary for a productive conversation and appropriate guidance for next steps.

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.
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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.

The word dialectical describes the foundation of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Meaning "opposite," the word refers to the treatment's focus on both acceptance and change. While learning to accept where you are and the emotions you're feeling, you also learn to grow and change to establish healthier patterns in your life.

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.

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.

Recreational therapy in Wisconsin helps you find purpose in healthy activities that take the place of substance use in your life. These activities can include group games, gardening, yoga, and creative arts. The goal is to improve your physical fitness and mental health while providing an emotional outlet, factors that help you rebuild your life and maintain sobriety.

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.

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.

Amenities

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  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms

Accreditations

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
Accreditation Number: 4739

Contact Information

Phone icon (715) 398-2400
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3520 Tower Avenue
Superior, WI 54880

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Reviews of Twin Ports VA Clinic

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I love all the staff they are the most helpful people and most understanding people that I've ever met!

Reviewed on 2/22/2019
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3.5 (25 reviews)
Bob
1 week ago
1

CARLOS A RAMIREZ
1 month ago
5

Linda
2 months ago
1

Had an appointment and waited almost a hour and never saw the Dr. no one came and said they were running late. That would have been MUCH better. I walked out without seeing the Dr. Not a good time at all!!

Jamie Price
11 months ago
1

Therapy is great, so sad i have to give a one star but the front desk worker was so rude and curt with me. I can t believe that this is how people act towards veterans, a little customer service goes a long way. It costs nothing to be nice.

Ethan Nelson
11 months ago
1

Awful automated phone-in with no option to speak to someone. My grandpa might not get very important medication because of this P.O.S system they use so they don't have to talk to real people ever.

JackoftheLantern
1 year ago
5

If you want to experience true degradation - go to a VA clinic in Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Louisiana, Texas. This VA is "Club Med" compared to many. Connect to MyHealthVet through the VA online - Fast messaging, fast prescriptions, fast appointments. If you don't like being connected to the Mpls VA just to speak to the TPC, then ask the receptionist or one of the appointment specialists for their direct number and they will happily share. 8)

Gman17
1 year ago
5

Staff are helpful. Never had to wait excessively long, but they can get busy.

ryan kelly
1 year ago
2

The staff is good but the biggest thing for me is always having to call the twin cities just to ask a question for my doctor and the. They have to relay it back to them and then get back to me sometimes never it it takes days to get back when I need answers. And since I my doctor retired it seems like I m not a very big priority with my new primary. It s frustrating to say the least. And it takes at least a week to get doctor notes or anything that s a priority for me

Gregg Luoma
1 year ago
5

The staff at the Twin Ports VA are incredible, I don't think they get the credit they deserve! Been in the system for over 20 years and think they go above and beyond to help the vets. Thank you all!

Rian Lockwood
1 year ago
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Eyesto See33
1 year ago
5

Excellent Service. I came to Superior from Milwaukee and have been to V.A. clinics from El Paso, Denver, and New York City. Superior Clinic nurses and doctors have been absolutely above and beyond for me. I will definitely say some of the staff member I had to deal with when entering the clinic were super nasty and need different jobs. Other than the bad eggs I have had nothing but excellent service. Kind, compassionate. I feel it is time for all the restrictions to end because what the V.A. staffers are going through is diabolical and sadistic. Muppet show needs to be over because we all know what is really going on.

Stephen Lugenbeel III
1 year ago
5

They are great and part of the reason I'm still alive! Thank you for your service!

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