My daughter was admitted to DBH, from Atrium Hospital after a suicide attempt. They kept her 5 days and a receptionist contacted on a Sunday morning to pick her up that day. No communication from any staff or Dr. She committed suicide 2 days later. They claimed she was safe ...
About Atrium Health Behavioral Health Psychiatry & Counseling
Atrium Health Behavioral Health Psychiatry & Counseling provides COVID safe behavioral health care in Davidson, North Carolina, for those struggling with substance use disorders or mental health conditions. Their treatment program helps you to take back control of your life using customized treatment plans that follow a comprehensive evaluation. Their philosophy is to support and empower you through your recovery journey with a specific focus on integrating your behavioral care with primary care. They accept most insurance providers in the area and will verify your insurance coverage before beginning treatment.
The team creates a plan that addresses your addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions, often called dual diagnosis. Your customized treatment plan utilizes evidence based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. These techniques are designed to help you identify negative thought patterns and change them so they no longer trigger your addictive behavior. They offer treatment in inpatient and outpatient settings.
They have the only freestanding dedicated psychiatric emergency room in the Charlotte, North Carolina, region that treats children, adolescents and adults. Their behavioral health services include addiction treatment, forensic psychiatry and psychology, partial hospitalization programs and maternal wellness programs.
This whole person approach improves your outcomes and addresses your mental, emotional and physical health issues. They focus their efforts on screening and detecting illness early, treatment, and educating the community to improve identification. The helpline is staffed 24/7 where you can receive a referral to a behavioral health specialist or get more information about community resources.
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Excellent care from my provider; staff are kind and efficient with scheduling and billing.
Response from the owner2 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We re happy to hear that our team made you feel comfortable and that you were satisfied with your visit.
Disregard that first review . I love Dr Thommen. I have been seeing her for quite a while now. I couldn t ask for anyone better. Staff is friendly, I feel very welcome there
Response from the owner2 months ago
Thank you for the glowing review! Your feedback helps us continue to deliver high-quality care. We appreciate your support!
I was seeing Meghan Noble, everything was going ok, and then she randomly decided she would force a taper of a mental health medication I ve been on for a while that works, and that has a very strict taper down schedule that was not provided to me. Tapering down too quickly from this medication can cause seizures and a litany of other problems. Her narratives of me in the AVS are sometimes wrong and she has painted me in a certain light that is not accurate. When I told her I might need to find a new provider if she s going to force a taper on me, her demeanor completely changed from kind and making eye contact, to looking down and being very short; then telling me our time was up. She pretty much fired me as a patient I guess. Very poor quality treatment is an understatement! She needs to understand that it s unethical to force a patient off of a medication that is helping them, and that they are taking as prescribed. I can go on, but I think my point was made.
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for your feedback. We re disappointed to hear that your experience wasn t positive. Please call our Customer Care Line at 704-355-8363 so we can learn more about what went wrong and how we can improve. 
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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.
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
Outpatient Outpatient programs 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. Outpatient is available for children, teens and adults.
Inpatient Clients receiving treatment at an inpatient rehab facility are typically in early recovery or are at heightened risk of relapse. Clients in inpatient care remain at the facility for the duration of their program, enabling them to focus solely on their recovery. Inpatient treatment typically involves extensive psychotherapy, often including group and family counseling as well as one-on-one sessions. Recovery-focused life skills education is another common service. Many rehabs also offer evidence-based holistic therapies.
Partial Hospitalization Program A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don’t require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for around 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals.
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
There are many types of drug rehab in North Carolina. To receive treatment for addiction, you can choose from many inpatient and outpatient programs. Often, participants start with detox and work through a full continuum of care that continues with ongoing support for long-term recovery.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
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
Clients who receive cognitive behavioral therapy in North Carolina typically attend five to 20 sessions. During this time, they work with their therapist to learn healthier patterns of thinking, which can help them change their behavior related to substance use.
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.
If you're struggling with insecurity about your ability to make changes in your life, motivational interviewing in North Carolina could be a good solution. This type of therapy offers support and empowerment to help you explore your options and decide how to move forward with positive changes.
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.
Recreational therapy (aka therapeutic recreation) uses creative and fun activities to help with addiction recovery. Recreational therapists lead patients in entertaining and engaging activities like sports or games; art (drawing, painting, sculpture); drama, music, and dance; and/or community outings (field trips) to improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being. Recreational therapy is used on children and teens.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Rachel Elizabeth Thommen, MD
Psychiatry
Paul Wayne Natvig, MD
Psychiatry
Terri Watters Klosek, PsyD
Psychologist, Psychology
Michelle C. Rice, LCMHC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Psychiatry
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: 6480
Contact Information
(704) 801-9200 
16740 Davidson-Concord Rd
73 200
Davidson, NC 28036
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Fact checked and written by:
Gayle Morris, BSN, MSN
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW
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