It is poorly organized, and the staff only cares about the money and not about your mental health.
About Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center
Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center is an outpatient addiction recovery and psychiatric care facility for youth and adults in Lawrence, Kansas. They offer mental and behavioral health care through telehealth services, crisis intervention, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive outpatient programs (IOP) general outpatient programs (OP), supportive housing, and aftercare planning and support.
Specialized services at Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center include dedicated programming for children, adolescents, young adults, seniors, LGBTQ+ persons, persons with hearing impairment, and persons with co-occurring addiction and mental illness. Court-mandated programming is also available.
Outpatient Programs
Clients in outpatient care receive medical and mental health assessments, personalized care planning, and comprehensive case management. Those in alcohol and/or opioid recovery may enroll in the evidence-based MAT program for longer-term pharmacotherapy. This treatment is designed to reduce cravings, minimize withdrawal symptoms, prevent potentially serious complications, and decrease relapse risk. Outpatient clients also engage in intensive, trauma-informed individual, group, and family counseling and robust, age-specific life-skills training. Topics of focus include coping, self-care, emotional regulation, anger and stress management, and relapse prevention. An array of evidence-based complementary therapies is also available, including experiential therapy.
Aftercare Services
Their aftercare services ensure a complete continuum of care aligned with clients’ evolving needs. These services may include step-down support, sober living transitions, academic and vocational training, employment and housing assistance, and referrals for additional medical, mental health, and social service programs.
Payment Options
Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center accepts private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and self-pay. Financial aid is available.
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I can relate to every review that is posted . My question is what exactly does bernash do? Besides have a person come visit you at home? I won't compound the existing BN issues w what happened in my case . It's not worth it. Nobody once spoke to me as in they were sorry or apologetic for the execution of lack of services. Excuses , excuses and more excuses.Take caution anyone going to this organization!! If you are struggling with depression or anxiety etc find a independent Dr. or therapist this experiment with BN will potentially make a human being WORSE !! Dreadful!! Close it down and rehouse the staff with experience!!
Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Noel, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We want to make sure you feel heard and we address your concerns. If you would like to make a formal complaint, please email us at feedback@bertnash.org, or you can fill out a feedback form at https://www.bertnash.org/feedback.
Very bad service never called and told that they can't help and they get very rude don't recommend at all
Response from the owner4 days ago
Hello Jonte - We want to make sure your concerns are addressed and you feel heard. Please reach out to us directly by emailing feedback@bertnash.org. We also have feedback forms located in our reception areas and on our website at https://www.bertnash.org/feedback. Any feedback is helpful so we can improve our services.
To my knowledge, Bert Nash's the only organization in Lawrence that offers grief counseling which is not church sponsored, individual provider, or contracted through hospice (having moved from another state during the grieving process where my services had been cancelled. I was helped greatly by the group sessions, which were virtual, online meetings. I was able to also move on to one on one counseling, as a client for long term. I don't know what I would've done without Bert Nash. Also, they were able to handle my insurance without any problems.
Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Hi Eric, Thank you for taking the time to leave such thoughtful feedback and we'll be sure to pass this on to our team. We're so thankful we could support you during such a difficult time. If you have any other feedback or would like to reach out to us directly, you can visit https://www.bertnash.org/feedback or email us at feedback@bertnash.org. 
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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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Partial Hospitalization Program A partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers short-term intensive rehab for those who don't require 24-hour care. Often known as "day treatment," a partial hospitalization program allows individuals to receive treatment during the day and return home in the evening. The duration of PHP treatment is flexible, allowing you to actively engage in daily 4-6 hour sessions, at least 5 days a week, for an average of 90 days. PHP treatment encompasses a range of evidence-based therapies and other behavioral therapy interventions.
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
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.
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.
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.
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Patrick Schmitz
CEO
Dr. Nana Dadson
Chief Medical Officer
Stephen O'Neill
COO & Strategy Officer
Emily Farley
Chief Advancement Officer
Carrie Combs
Director of Executive Administration
Accreditations
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
Contact Information
(785) 843-9192 
200 Maine St
Ste A
Lawrence, KS 66044
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