Well I was there some of the staff members were really rude to me, like when I asked for something they would always roll there eyes at me and sigh. Also one of the staff members called me a very rude term, but seince I was only a patient they didn't believe me. Also Vinny h ...
About Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center – Inpatient
Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center - Inpatient, located in Utica, New York, offers mental health treatment for children, teens and adults. Their inpatient program is for children and teens between 5 and 17 years old.
At this facility, your child can get treatment for severe behavioral health concerns if they require 24-hour supervision. The team of child psychologists, social workers, recreational and occupational therapists and psychiatrists will provide full-service care for your child.
They will get the medical and psychological care they need. Certified teachers will provide classroom education for all grades as well as special education levels. Family involvement is vital to your child’s treatment. If you are from out-of-town, you can stay at Hospitality House while your child is in care.
I like that they blend in community agencies to participate during treatment so that your child has a seamless experience when they transition out of the inpatient unit.
Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center also offers outpatient, community-based programs for adults. They have locations in Utica, Rome and Herkimer. These programs are for adults who have a primary diagnosis of a psychiatric disorder. Dual diagnosis of substance abuse disorders is accepted, too.
Recovery looks different for each person. Yet, the focus of your treatment will be based on your strengths. You’ll get support in your recovery through peer support services, clinical services and wellness and health management.
Latest Reviews
Dr. Lam and his supervisor seem genuine in caring about my psychological struggle. This was nice to see in a world filled with warm bodies only punching a clock and billing insurance companies. This has been my prior experience in general/on average.
I went to this facility back in 2000/2001 I can't get my records that I been seeking for over 3 years now and I can't find any help anywhere and I don't even remember the names of anyone. Where's my records at, I know I was there I remember the blue padded room and making friends but it's like a chunk of my memory is gone... Where do I get my records that is over 20 years old??
I don't really know what to put into this. I was 13 when I went to this psych ward. but when I first got there they gave me clothes that were quite nice. a light blue t-shirt with a dark blue very soft sweater and some black sweat pants that had strings in them!! which I thought was crazy but I never said anything about it. bed time is 9 pm for kids 13 n up and any younger then that is 8:30 none school nights they would let you stay up till u wanted to go to bed... some staff are nice and some staff act like they hate there life which is VERY rude. kids would peel paint off the wall and write there name or this one kid put "help me" in big letters.. one girl kicked down one of the school doors and cut her self and rubbed her blood every where it got all over the ground and ceiling and walls. for me I was terrified which that made me act out and be mad which I would bang on my word door until someone would open it so I could run out, I punched and screamed and kicked the door in my hello kitty PJ's lol.. they truly don't care about you though.
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Accepted Insurance
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.
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
Inpatient 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
(315) 738-3800 
1400 Noyes street
Utica NY, 13502
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW
