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1120 East Main street Norman, OK 73071
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About Central Oklahoma Community Mental Health Center – Family Services

Central Oklahoma Community Mental Health Center – Family Services

Central Oklahoma Community Mental Health Center is an organization that offers substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health treatment services to children, teens, adults, and families. The organization has several locations around Norman, Oklahoma, including the facility on Main Street, which offers children and family services.

Recovery Model of Treatment in Norman, Oklahoma

Norman, Oklahoma, is home to the University of Oklahoma. The community has a vibrant arts and cultural scene, various museums, and is a hub for festivals and fairs. The treatment center is only a few miles from the Sam Noble Museum of Natural History and the Fred Jones, Jr., Museum of Art.

The treatment team bases all its services on the recovery model. The model is trauma informed, supports clients with co occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and provides culturally competent treatment. The programs are CARF accredited.

Mental Health and Addiction Treatment for Children and Families in Norman

Children of all ages and their families can get outpatient behavioral health services at the center. The clinicians provide children with the least restrictive environment possible for treatment. They work to empower families and provide services based on the needs, abilities, strengths, and preferences of the child and family.

Treatment includes group, family, and individual therapy. They use different techniques to ensure the treatment improves the lives of children who have complex behavioral and emotional needs. The staff treats children with a variety of issues such as poor attachment, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, and issues associated with physical and sexual abuse.

Additional Treatment Services

In addition to the Main Street location, the organization has other treatment locations throughout Norman. These include the medication clinic, adult outpatient services, and psychiatric rehabilitation.

They also have an enhanced recovery community nearby. Residents of this community at Hope Hall receive skills training and support as they transition back to the community after institutionalized living.

Latest Reviews

Fox Burley
2 months ago on Google
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Dr. Al-Rifai made a snarky comment when I came in to my appointment saying "are you hearing voices or seeing things" when I was talking to myself. I told him everyone talks to themselves or thinks out loud sometimes. Then he proceeded to ask me "why are you in my office" he was very rude. He didn't care how I was feeling or care about my meds. He is very unprofessional and something needs to be done.
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously. We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
D Graham
4 months ago on Google
1
Dr SINGLA IS Absolutely unprofessional and disrespectful HIPPA violations left and right ! Making up things setting narratives to satisfy their accusations!!! These DOCTORS /RESIDENTS (well one does) will lie bout your UA make ur insurance pay more money to take another one. Whisper in front of u about u . Release medical information to anyone that listens... MAKE UP SITUATIONS JUST TO SEE WHAT YOU SAY , SHE IS THE REASON I RELAPSED ! YES ACCOUNTABILITY BLAH BLAH SHE HAS LITERALLY MADE IT DIFFICULT TO GO THERE BECAUSE OF MY ILLNESSES TOTALLY SHOULD NOT OF WHEN TO SCHOOL FOR THIS SMH
Response from the owner4 days ago
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously. We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
Calvin Becker
6 months ago on Google
1
I'm an honest person. and when it comes to the doctor that I see here I feel like she doesn't listen to my feelings about medication. I tried expressing to her that some of the medications she's prescribing me doesn't work for me. And I wanted to try another medication but I feel like she's trying to make me look like a drug addict by telling me that we can try something else if the medication she prescribed me didn't work. and then tells me she's not gonna prescribe me what I feel like would be the best decision for my mental health. I try expressing my feelings to her but everytime I do I feel like she's not listening. I have anxiety and I've given the medication prescribed time to work. but she's still hesitant about trying other options I don't know what to do I have anxiety attacks daily and I feel like my doctor doesn't trust me. I honestly feel like I've lost my battle with my mental health I've been really honest but still can't get her to help me I feel like the doctors here don't take there clients seriously. I came here to get help not to be looked at as a drug addict/dealer.
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously. We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
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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.

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

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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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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.

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.

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.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

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.

Staff

Allie Friesen

Commissioner

Durand Crosby

Senior Deputy Commissioner

Kim Corcoran

Deputy Commissioner of Safety and Quality

Barrett Brown

Chief of Staff

Contact Information

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1120 East Main street
Norman, OK 73071

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Edited by:
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Reviews of Central Oklahoma Community Mental Health Center – Family Services

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2.8 (32 reviews)
Kerri Flaherty
1 month ago
5

I've been going there for years I love the staff and the nurses only thing I get stressed about is getting different psychiatrist a lot and you have to repeat your life over in over. Other than that great place for help

Cameron Brewer
2 months ago
5

Fox Burley
2 months ago
1

Dr. Al-Rifai made a snarky comment when I came in to my appointment saying "are you hearing voices or seeing things" when I was talking to myself. I told him everyone talks to themselves or thinks out loud sometimes. Then he proceeded to ask me "why are you in my office" he was very rude. He didn't care how I was feeling or care about my meds. He is very unprofessional and something needs to be done.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.<br><br>We’re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously.<br><br>We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
D Graham
4 months ago
1

Dr SINGLA IS Absolutely unprofessional and disrespectful HIPPA violations left and right ! Making up things setting narratives to satisfy their accusations!!! These DOCTORS /RESIDENTS (well one does) will lie bout your UA make ur insurance pay more money to take another one. Whisper in front of u about u . Release medical information to anyone that listens... MAKE UP SITUATIONS JUST TO SEE WHAT YOU SAY , SHE IS THE REASON I RELAPSED ! YES ACCOUNTABILITY BLAH BLAH SHE HAS LITERALLY MADE IT DIFFICULT TO GO THERE BECAUSE OF MY ILLNESSES TOTALLY SHOULD NOT OF WHEN TO SCHOOL FOR THIS SMH

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.<br><br>We’re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously.<br><br>We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
Calvin Becker
6 months ago
1

I'm an honest person. and when it comes to the doctor that I see here I feel like she doesn't listen to my feelings about medication. I tried expressing to her that some of the medications she's prescribing me doesn't work for me. And I wanted to try another medication but I feel like she's trying to make me look like a drug addict by telling me that we can try something else if the medication she prescribed me didn't work. and then tells me she's not gonna prescribe me what I feel like would be the best decision for my mental health. I try expressing my feelings to her but everytime I do I feel like she's not listening. I have anxiety and I've given the medication prescribed time to work. but she's still hesitant about trying other options I don't know what to do I have anxiety attacks daily and I feel like my doctor doesn't trust me. I honestly feel like I've lost my battle with my mental health I've been really honest but still can't get her to help me I feel like the doctors here don't take there clients seriously. I came here to get help not to be looked at as a drug addict/dealer.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.<br><br>We’re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously.<br><br>We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
Tracie Villines
7 months ago
5

Everyone has been very kind and helpful to me. I thank them all.

Naomi Andrews
7 months ago
1

Good luck actually getting an appointment. They'll cancel on you every time.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.<br><br>We’re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously.<br><br>We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
Aisling Higgins
8 months ago
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Denisa Lawson
9 months ago
1

The therapists are great, but everyone else is either terrible or quitting. Their "doctors" change once a year as they're only on clinical rotation. My last doctor (who I saw for a year and then didn't say anything once his clinical rotation was up) told me he was going to help me with a very specific issue. He had been telling me that for about 4 months. Then Yuisa Perez came in to replace him. It's been another 4 months, and this very easy, very simple request has been deemed as "not necessary" by, again, "Doctor" Perez. Thank goodness I have options. Not everyone in that area who uses COCMHC is that lucky. Most have no insurance and no choice. It is the only option here. I feel terrible for the ones who are stuck. The doctors are practically useless and will treat you as a drug addict if you've ever been homeless. There are now only 2 case managers for the entire establishment. Avoid this place if you can.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.<br><br>We’re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously.<br><br>We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
Deanna Rockey
9 months ago
2

I went there for 2 years and I had 5 different doctors.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.<br><br>We’re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously.<br><br>We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
Lori Gay
1 year ago
3

I got my son going to here because it was closer for him than Hope House in OKC. The issue I have is his case worker comes and goes.He has already had at least 3 or 4 (I have lost count) in the few months that he has been there. I don't know if they are not paying them enough or what. But bottom line is they don't stay. We had to fill out paperwork at least 3 times so they could talk to me regarding my sons issues. (Seems the paper always got lost) . Incompetence on their part. I am hoping things get better here, but my son is getting worse. He saw his new case worker this week and I guess nothing happened much. This guy was new trying to figure things out.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.<br><br>We’re sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. We take your feedback very seriously.<br><br>We would like to invite you to get in touch with our Consumer Advocacy Division at advocacydivision@odmhsas.org so we can discuss this further and ensure that your expectations are met. We look forward to hearing from you.
Kristy Ekhoff
1 year ago
5

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