I was there because I tried to defend myself against an abusive parent, and as a punishment she sent me to this place. They have me pills, called Geodon, that made me fall over and start flopping, and losing consciousness. I remember being shoved into a wheel chair and I cou ...
About Saint Luke’s Hospital Crittenton Children’s Center
Saint Luke’s has multidisciplinary teams who use evidence-based therapy to help children build communication skills, regulate emotions and develop strength and resilient learning strategies to last a lifetime.
They have an outpatient clinic and in-home counseling, plus an adolescent substance use program, and a foster care and adoption program.
They have their regular residential treatment program here and an inpatient hospitalization program that’s for children who are in an immediate mental health crisis. You’ll have an array of education programs, relapse prevention, and social services to coordinate care between work, school, and home.
Crittenton strives to provide a safe environment so families can focus on healing. Saint Luke’s as a whole is backed by Magnet Recognition which recognizes excellence in nursing, so parents and patient families can be confident that their loved ones will get the high level of care that they need.
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I was a resident from 1979 to 1984 and at that time I was Rebecca S. Rogers. I had a few bad times but a lot of good times, especially when Richard Leland Benson, PHD, came into my life and helped me with my issues.
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Thank you for the kind words and taking the time to leave a review. We wish you the best of health.
I was sent here in December of 2012 when I was 12 years old. I was there for depression and suicidal ideation after bullying at school and my home life imploding with my parents separating.
I remember being taken here by an ambulance from the ER on the plaza. It was terrifying. It was like going to jail. No adult would explain to me what was happening. My innocence died that day.
I had to beg for a phone call home, and as a kid who was very attached to her parents, being unable to see or contact them was traumatic.
I remember being given all sorts of pills, trying to find the right dose, making my brain feel so confused and foggy. I remember being woken up in the middle of the night, walked to another unit and given an injection in my arm. The nurses said it was a flu shot but why would I get a flu shot in the middle of the night in such a secretive manner? That contends of that injection and all the questions I have about it have haunted me for years, and I know I’ll never get answers.
I remember them locking kids in the “safe room” a padded room with no windows, and giving this girl a shot that made her pass out on the floor of the room. I remember her screams and cries quieting down until she went unconscious. Sitting in the common room being told to just look at the tv while this girl was tranquilized. I remember a staff member telling the rest of us that that could be us too if we didn’t listen.
The Polar Express played on repeat on a vhs tape and to this day I cannot stand to watch that movie.
I remember the sleepless nights, in that cold room with the thin, itchy blanket. The group therapy sessions where if you didn’t participate, your release date would be pushed back. The snide comments from the staff and my phone calls home being held over my head like bait. The feeling of complete desperation and loneliness. Like I had been abandoned and punished.
It has been nearly 14 years since this experience and I think the trauma of it will stay with me forever. I’m a well adjusted adult with a good career now, but the lasting effects of childhood trauma will remain with me. After being released, I switched schools and ended up at Marillac a few months later, adding another layer of trauma. Reading other patients stories has brought some closure in knowing that I wasn’t alone in my experiences. While I don’t remember their names, I do remember the faces of the kids I was in there with. They still cross my mind from time to time and I hope they are okay now and found some sort of peace.
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a rating. If you’d like to talk with a patient advocate, you can find their information here, www.saintlukeskc.org/patientadvocates. Thank you.
ZERO if i could My daughter went she was depressed and one of the staff Mrs bri told her to stop crying and unit 10 sucked it left trauma and the staff was so rude and she was talking about masking and how it effects her and Mrs Sophia told her to stop talking about it and Mrs Emily and Mrs Lisa the one that comes in and talks to the kids
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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.
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 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.
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
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.
Drug rehab in Missouri usually involves several phases: detox, rehab, and aftercare. The rehab phase may include a combination of inpatient and outpatient treatments, as the individual moves through a continuum of care on their recovery journey.
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.
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.
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Programs
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 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
The goal of cognitive behavioral therapy in Missouri is to help clients change their thinking and behavioral patterns. Strategies of treatment include role playing, facing fears, and calming techniques.
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 Missouri, therapists and patients work closely in individual therapy to address the personal challenges and triggers that drive addictive behavior. Using a customized approach helps foster self awareness so you can make positive changes toward a healthier, substance free life.
Motivational interviewing is a short term method often used during drug rehab in Missouri. It typically lasts one or two sessions, with the goal of facilitating conversation about change. The client should leave the sessions feeling more decisive and secure in their ability to make the changes they desire in their 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.
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.
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