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Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center
Lake Charles, LA 70605
About Christus Saint Patrick Hospital
Christus Saint Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, Louisiana offers addiction treatment services through their behavioral health department including assessment, crisis intervention and stabilization. Medically supervised detox may be available as a feature of inpatient psychiatric care.
Accessible and Compassionate Care
The facility is part of the broader Christus Health network so clients have access to a wider range of healthcare resources. Most commercial insurances are accepted, along with Medicare and Medicaid. Financial counseling and help with payment options may be possible for clients in need.
Positive patient reviews commend the staff’s compassion and professionalism. Some clients express appreciation for the personalized attention they received from therapists and nurses.
Holistic Dual Diagnosis Treatment for All Ages
Their specialized, dual diagnosis programming caters to youth, adults and seniors who are struggling with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues. The staff’s holistic treatment approach is particularly impressive to me. Their skilled team of psychiatrists, nurses, counselors and social workers integrates medical, psychiatric and therapeutic practices. Their comprehensive behavioral health services encompass inpatient psychiatric care, outpatient therapy and aftercare programs aimed at supporting long term recovery.
Central Location Near Lake Charles Civic Center
The modern hospital setting of this program offers private and semi private rooms, as well as secure units for behavioral health patients with spacious common and meeting areas. Onsite emergency services are available around the clock.
The facility is located in downtown Lake Charles, near the waterfront and Lake Charles Civic Center, affording ample access to community resources and therapeutic recreation opportunities.
Facility Overview
25 Number of Available Beds
Latest Reviews
While during my hospital stay this go around I had the most amazing nurse her name was Megan. She was so friendly and kind and was amazing at her job , never once did I have to ask for pain meds after having a emergency surgery on my hand she came in every two hours with meds.. I was on the 3rd floor in room 3148 I believe.. if you are ever on 3rd floor request Megan promise you will not be disappointed. Also my hospitalized doctor was a great doctor who was highly intelligent and did everything he could to help me during my stay..
Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Thank you for your comments and for placing your trust in CHRISTUS Health. Our team at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital works collaboratively to improve your health and the health of your community. 
I was a patient here and I was almost raped by another patient in the mental health unit. They refused to release me afterwards and kept the man on the unit and did not call the police to file a report until 7 hours later. I am completely traumatized and I will be contacting a lawyer and following up with law enforcement.
I brought my husband into the emergency room I told them his history with autoimmune encephalitis and that he was in a very confused state. the 1st nurse that came in made it sound like he was on drugs. I informed the nurse that it was not the case and tried to explain his disease they were very rude to us until the drug screen came back negative ,their attitude toward us changed .Whether he had been on drugs or not their Job is to have compassion not judge
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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.
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.
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.
LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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.
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.
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.
Contact Information
524 Doctor Michael Debakey Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Get Help Now - 337-595-0986
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