Psychology Center

7617 Mineral Point
Rd # 300
Madison, WI 53717

Psychology Center WI 53717

About Psychology Center

Psychology Center, located in Madison, Wisconsin 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, as well as flexible outpatient addiction therapy allowing patients to live at home while receiving regular treatment.

Specialty rehab programs at Psychology Center include tailored care focusing on women's specific needs and experiences, gender-specific addiction treatment addressing unique challenges faced by men, and age-appropriate treatment for teens addressing adolescent-specific issues.

Latest Reviews

Michael E. Hwang
1 month ago on Google
2
I tried to seek help from a psychotherapist who could help me process and overcome my challenges at The Psychology Center. But I felt it did not work out. Because that clinician may not have known I am a person on the autism spectrum, she may not have understood I am a black-and-white thinker. If that person had been aware that I do better with recalling things by reading a journal from my Word Document/Google Docs to meet my goal, she would not have a misconception about copying words and sentences from websites I went to (as well as not having her wrong thoughts about reading anything from a self-help book). This way, she could have known these actions would help me to discuss what went well, what did not go well, and what I need to work on.Since I realized The Psychology Center does not accept my health insurance, I felt disappointed that one clinician did not help me with what other clinics can cover my Medicare and Medicaid/Forward Health health insurance cards. Can anyone help me find any mental health clinics that support those with special needs/autism? Can anyone assist me with which place approves my health insurance? The more they help me find psychotherapists who can interact with differences, I would be much appreciate them.
Rusted
8 months ago on Google
2
If you have a crisis they have nothing to offer you or anyone to talk to.2 stars is being nice.
Rebecca Kissel
9 months ago on Google
5

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Accepted Insurance

Psychology Center works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

SSM Health
Quartz
WEA Trust
WPS Health Solutions

Other Forms of Payment

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.

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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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.
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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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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.
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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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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.

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.

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.

Contact Information

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7617 Mineral Point
Rd # 300
Madison, WI 53717

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At Psychology Center I felt like if I was just a number, they clearly don't know how to treat people in delicate conditions like mine. I felt they were treating everyone the same way and of course that wasn't going to help me.

Reviewed on 2/22/2019
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Michael E. Hwang
1 month ago
2

I tried to seek help from a psychotherapist who could help me process and overcome my challenges at The Psychology Center. But I felt it did not work out. Because that clinician may not have known I am a person on the autism spectrum, she may not have understood I am a black-and-white thinker. If that person had been aware that I do better with recalling things by reading a journal from my Word Document/Google Docs to meet my goal, she would not have a misconception about copying words and sentences from websites I went to (as well as not having her wrong thoughts about reading anything from a self-help book). This way, she could have known these actions would help me to discuss what went well, what did not go well, and what I need to work on.Since I realized The Psychology Center does not accept my health insurance, I felt disappointed that one clinician did not help me with what other clinics can cover my Medicare and Medicaid/Forward Health health insurance cards. Can anyone help me find any mental health clinics that support those with special needs/autism? Can anyone assist me with which place approves my health insurance? The more they help me find psychotherapists who can interact with differences, I would be much appreciate them.

Rusted
8 months ago
2

If you have a crisis they have nothing to offer you or anyone to talk to.2 stars is being nice.

Rebecca Kissel
9 months ago
5

Sam Santschi
1 year ago
1

Their administration or "front office" policies are asinine and cumbersome. Not patient centric. They use different third party software for all of it and there is no way to reply to their software's emails, which is extremely frustrating. They don't answer the phone either. Really a joke. One system for billing portal and one for sending in clinical information forms and appointment setting. Billing system cannot handle more than one related family member. My Family member had just wanted to reestablish with the therapist seen last year but they are super rigid about having to re-do all the paperwork, clinical questionnaires, etcetera even though nothing has changed insurance, condition or demographic. They threatened to cancel the appointment if the paperwork was not completed on time, which they then did while I was trying to get someone to help. Was told that it's just the way it is. That that's their policy and that the therapist would need to know ahead of time what the presenting problem is. I said "How about the Therapist read the patient history? Anyway, they would not budge and said it was related to HIPAA, which is untrue. I WOULD AVOID this place just on sheer principle.

Keerun Ismail
1 year ago
5

My therapist Julia has made such a significant impact on my healing. She has helped me in humanizing my emotions to my trauma. Without judgment, she has brought to me self-awareness of how I can make positive changes to build upon my strengths. Seeking mental help has changed my life. A big thanks to Julia for supporting my in journey to healing.

Maxwell Ferguson
1 year ago
5

The best decision I have ever made was starting therapy at the Psychology Center.

Elizabeth Kerwin
2 years ago
1

I can t say enough bad things about this place. My kids and I were in a car accident that caused PTSD. We desperately needed therapy but this place Janet Bauer should lose her accreditation. She literally broke my kids. One time, she had driven my daughter to the point of breaking and then said see you next week! . We had to take her in to see her gp to get meds to help her recover. Our doctor was HORRIFIED by them and their therapy . I personally saw someone different, but she wasn t very memorable and most certainly wasn t helpful. Not only did I feel judged, but I came to find out they literally conference together and compare notes on their patients. Janet knew things I d told my therapist in session and brought them up in front of my kids during their sessions. I understand working with peers to help with diagnosis or strategies, but to do it by name and then in combination with another person s treatment - that is beyond unprofessional. The final straw was when Janet told our doctor not to prescribe desperately needed medications and then dragged her feet for at least six weeks. We needed a letter from her to help establish the kid s need of a 504 plan and that too took forever. As soon as I got that letter I went straight to the desk and canceled all future appointments. My late father was a very well respected psychiatrist and I ve seen how a good practice is supposed to function. This place isn t that. DO NOT take your kids to Janet - in my opinion, she is smug, cold, and does not care about the well-being of her patients. One of my two kids literally never spoke to her during sessions. After three months she still didn t trust her, and now that same kid won t see someone (even tho she knows she needs help) because she is afraid of the new doctor being like Ms. Bauer. Stay away.

Jess Stetz
2 years ago
5

Lea McIntosh is an amazing therapist! I've been seeing her regularly for over 2 years now and I'm always happy with our sessions. She is kind, listens well, easy to talk to and has helpful advice and resources. 5 stars for Lea! I've seen Dan Goodnature once (before meeting Lea) but he gave bad advice for my OCD. I asked him if the advice he provided might make the problem worse and offered my reasoning why and then he agreed and told me not to follow that advice. He was very nice though so I'd give him 3 stars. I would give Ronald May negative stars if possible. He was rude, arrogant, argumentative, unprofessional and unhelpful. He ended my couple's therapy session early after yelling at my boyfriend. -

Colton Stetzer
2 years ago
1

Ron May is about as useless as his psychology degree if you have to scream over video chat that I m in charge when someone is sharing their perspective . Then clearly you re not. Don t waste your time or money here. They re a bunch of frauds

Aaron Pratt
3 years ago
1

Pretty much everything is done over zoom and standard tests are used for diagnosis. Barely got to freely talk with the Doctor to get a real feel of what i am experiencing. The Doctor came up with one diagnosis at first then consulted with others and came back with another diagnosis. I think i was mis diagnosed but even so i wasnt given a course of action to solve the issues i am having.

Metatron Church
3 years ago
1

I was referred by another Dr because my insurance changed, they gave me a zoom meeting with Dr Aaron Sheridan and he basically rejected me as a new patient and discriminated against me based on my diagnosis! Unheard of and very rude! there was no good reason to deny me treatment and put my mental health at risk by not treating me despite being referred, this is medical negligence

J C
4 years ago
1

Avoid this place. Scheduling is a nightmare, reception is rude and unhelpful, and their billing is out of control. I was told I would be paying $130 per visit and would have to pay up front due to having a high deductible plan. They even called me immediately after making the appointment to make sure I bring $130 with me for my visit. I then had my first appointment which half consisted of their financial rules. They basically will try and charge for as much as they can. So, whatever, I figure it s fine as long as I get something out of it. Well, the second visit was basically a repeat of the first, plus she thought I could use some meds.The therapists that everyone sees regularly, can t prescribe meds, so they refer you to ANOTHER doctor in the same facility. So, I had my appointment and was prescribed some meds (that have not helped ).I have now received a bill in the mail for another $300. This is on top of the $390 they made me pay at the time of appt. I called to understand this, and they said that s normal and the agreement I signed states the appointments depend on time . However, ALL of their appointments are the same length.This place is money hungry and have no desire to actually help you. Even if you don t have insurance, they charge about $250 for each visit. You are better off going to a more respected doctor at a private practice, and pay less!

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