I do not think I would have lived had it not been for this wonderful psychiatric hospital. I first went by ambulance in serious condition and was admitted to the inpatient department. Within a few days, the doctors and staff had me back up on my feet, in very informative ...
About BHC Alhambra Hospital
Located Rosemead, California, BHC Alhambra Hospital is a mental health, dual diagnosis, and drug rehab center that provides services for children, teens, and adults. They offer detox, inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization treatment, intensive outpatient treatment and specialty programs for those with eating disorders.
BHC Alhambra Hospital offers comprehensive services that begin with an assessment to determine the appropriate level of care. Services include:
Detox
Medically monitored detox is provided within the inpatient treatment program under the care of trained professionals. The purpose is to assist clients in removing addictive substances from their body in a safe and effective manner.
Inpatient
Individual therapy, group therapy, and 10 hours a day of programming is provided. Clients will have the opportunity for medications to be managed and to be under the care of a psychiatrist if necessary.
Partial Hospitalization
Clients meet daily to participate in stabilization activities, individual therapy, group therapy, and educational programming. Weekly psychiatric oversight is provided.
Intensive Outpatient
Individual therapy, group therapy, and educational programming is provided. Clients meet one to three days a week.
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This psychiatric hospital did not provide my son with the proper care placement that he so urgently needed. My daughter and I pleaded with the caseworker, Mr. Clark, and with Dr. Jones and Dr. Jennifer, to please conserve my son. We were completely ignored.We advocated for my son to the fullest extent any parent possibly could. We submitted multiple emails, documents, and recent evidence of serious events, all of which were disregarded. Even his primary psychiatrist called and spoke directly with Dr. Jones. Still, no action was taken.Dr. Jones came across as someone completely disconnected from the emotional reality of the families he s supposed to help like a mad scientist with no heart. He refused to meet with us, and we never received even a single phone call from him. That behavior will absolutely be reported to the hospital.It feels as if they hold no respect for families perhaps because they assume the family members of patients are also mentally ill, and therefore unworthy of being heard. I repeatedly told Mr. Clark via email not to place my son in a board and care. I explained that this type of placement has failed him every single time in the past.Despite my clear warnings, they did exactly that and in the most dishonest way. They didn t inform me until my son was already in the medical transportation van on his way to the facility.Upon arriving at Telecare Olive House, I learned it s not exactly a board and care but rather a short-term crisis center, with a maximum 90-day stay. Shortly after arrival, my son left the facility. They didn t even notify me. I only found out the next day when I called them myself.When I heard he had walked out right after being dropped off, my heart nearly stopped. I was in shock, in disbelief, and in tears. My son was back on the streets no phone, no money, no debit card, just the clothes on his back in an unfamiliar area 30 miles from home. They didn t even file a critical missing persons report. They said it wasn t their responsibility.This is now the fourth night he s been missing. Our family has been driving around Sylmar frantically searching for him. We ve received no updates from law enforcement. We are terrified terrified that the next call we get will be from a hospital, a jail, or worse, the coroner.The system has failed my son. Doctors don t want to take responsibility because of the paperwork and the inconvenience of going to court to file a conservatorship petition. That s what this comes down to: laziness, masked by excuses.Something needs to be done. I will be reaching out to legislators and to the public defender for legal counsel.Thank you, Dr. Jones and Mr. Clark, for being so sneaky. How do the two of you sleep at night?
Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi, Tim. Thanks for taking the time to share this review. Could you please visit http://www.bhcalhambra.com/contact-us/ and provide your contact information so we may be in touch with you personally? Thank you in advance for your time.
No one wants to be here typically let s be honest. I was a patient ended up here involuntary both times and we have to remember that 80% of the people here are quite mentally ill. 20% of us are usually just here due to stupid actions related to drug use or something. Anyways, the facility was amazing. The staff is very very decent. There s one Latino guy that runs the show and he s amazing. I had the same older doctor he was great. They do what they can. Clean facility, decent food, lots of activities. Just support your family members, anyone can end up here it doesn t have to define our lives. Today I m sober, college graduate, attained my ph.d, work in finance, live an amazing life. It s not about where you start but where you end up! Thank you to all who work in this industry.
Response from the owner2 months ago
We are so glad to hear this! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We hope you are doing well. Take care!
Negligent, dehumanizing, and dangerously unprofessional care.Our family s experience with Dr. Leonard Jones, Jennifer Rousch, and case manager Akeio Clarke has been absolutely devastating. Despite providing detailed documentation of my loved one s complex psychiatric history and repeatedly warning that a board and care facility would be unsafe our concerns were dismissed without any meaningful consideration.Within less than an hour of being placed, my loved one fled the facility. It has now been over five days, and they are still out on the streets without food, water, shelter, a phone, or life-saving medication. We warned this exact outcome would happen, and yet the team chose to ignore us.Instead of partnering with our family, Dr. Jones and Jennifer Rousch insisted that our loved one was at baseline and excited for board and care statements that were not only inaccurate but dangerously negligent. We begged them to initiate the LPS conservatorship process, which could have protected him. They refused. A single piece of paperwork could have changed everything.Now, our loved one is a critically missing person, and our entire family is suffering deeply. We are out every day searching for him, unable to sleep, and living in constant fear for his life. The emotional toll has been overwhelming my mother is now experiencing severe panic attacks and breathing difficulties due to the trauma and stress caused by this team s inaction.To make matters worse, Jennifer Rousch made an unprofessional and deeply inappropriate comment implying that our loved one would have received better care if he had better insurance. This type of insurance-shaming is unacceptable, especially from someone entrusted with supporting our most vulnerable.These providers took advantage of someone who was mentally ill and in crisis. They showed no compassion, no accountability only detachment and a concerning focus on procedure over people. Their lack of action and empathy reflects a systemic failure that contributes to the homelessness crisis we see every day. They are part of the problem.We are now working hard to ensure this doesn t happen to another family. We will be filing formal complaints and reporting each person involved. These individuals should not be in positions of power they should be fired. What happened to our loved one is not just tragic it was preventable.If you are seeking help for a vulnerable family member, please think twice before trusting this team. Their indifference may cost more than you can imagine.
Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi, Sabrina. Thanks for taking the time to share this review. Could you please visit http://www.bhcalhambra.com/contact-us/ and provide your contact information so we may be in touch with you personally? Thank you in advance for your time. 
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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.
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
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.
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.
Intervention Services When an individual is in denial about their substance use disorder, their loved ones may organize a drug intervention in California. This effort involves gently but assertively confronting the individual about their substance use and sharing how it has affected those who care about them. A professional interventionist may also attend this gathering. Their expertise with intervention services can prove helpful in guiding the conversation to a positive result.
Partial Hospitalization Program Commonly known as "day treatment," a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive form of outpatient treatment where clients meet during the day and return home in the evening. PHP treatment doesn't require 24-hour care and often serves as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization or a step-down after a residential program. With PHP treatment, you can receive daily support for 6 to 8 hours which includes evidence-based therapies and medication management. The cost of PHP treatment typically varies but averages 90 days.
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.
Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.
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.
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.
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.
The goal of couples therapy in California is to strengthen the couple's relationship. The therapist may take one or more approaches to counseling which may include the Gottman method, emotionally focused therapy, behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic couple's therapy.
The goal of nicotine replacement therapy in California is to mitigate the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. It cuts down on your cravings by supplying a small dose of nicotine without exposing your body to the toxins of cigarette smoke.
Staff
Peggy Minnick
CEO
Dr. Joseph Dadourian
Program Director
Craig Corley
CFO
Enrique Arteaga, ADT
Clinical Psychotherapist
Contact Information
(626) 286-1191 
4619 Rosemead Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
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