I greatly appreciate that the staff is well qualified, I feel like I am paying what this service deserves. Great asset to the community!
About Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board
Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board–Merrifield Center is a 12 step focused outpatient mental and behavioral healthcare center for youth and adults in Fairfax, Virginia. They provide dual diagnosis care, assertive community treatment (ACT), medication assisted treatment (MAT). outpatient programming, and aftercare support. Specialized services are available for seniors, teens, persons with hearing impairment, and persons with HIV/AIDS.
Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board–Merrifield Center, in Fairfax, Virginia, is an outpatient mental health care and addiction recovery facility for adolescents and adults offering dual diagnosis care and specialized programming for seniors, persons with HIV/AIDS, and persons with hearing impairments.
The 12 step focused outpatient program supports clients’ long term recovery through a robust continuum of care aligned with clients’ evolving needs. Their levels of care include intensive outpatient (IOP), partial hospitalization (PHP), and standard outpatient. Clients receive medical and mental health assessments, personalized care plans, and comprehensive case management. Assertive community treatment (ACT) is available for housebound clients. Clients engage in intensive, trauma informed individual, group, and family counseling drawing on a range of proven modalities, including CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. The drug rehab program also prioritizes recovery focused life skills training, including courses in coping, self care, wellness, and relapse prevention.
Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board–Merrifield Center is state licensed and accepts private insurance, military insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, financing, and self pay. Daily fee schedules, sliding scale payment assistance, and financial aid are available.
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If I could leave a negative star I would I would not even give it a zero I would rate it negative strs, all I have received from the csb is false reports, disrespect, false claims, disrespected my religion, beliefs, ect threatened me and my bio family several times I've been several places there and elsewhere that they deal with or have , they send false bills, they false advertise, I don't think they have a clue on how deal with people with disabilities or even care what others think to say or want to do or there options or anything, I don't even think they have proper medical knowledge, I have been there to have blood drawn before and they made my arm bruise and turn purple after they drew the blood, I have passed out there before as well all they do is constantly jump to conclusions they don't even think about having to take the time to find facts or find out what the real issue is they just jump to the conclusion of drugs even after the fact before I passed out I told them that I was about to pass out get some one to have a aed on hand even after the fact I have just got discharged from a medical place from down the road somewheres. They denied the factors of me having to let them know I was about to pass out before I did and before they transported me again to get checked out by the same people who denied the fact that I was going to pass out. In my opinion all of csb's people should have there licences taken away for eternity or should have them reinforced and reissued and should be restricted from working there for a few months or even a few years. I don't even think the social workers on my opinion should be certified either they hardly know what they are doing when it comes to the human rights or even the state laws. I think my opinion the place needs to have a whole entire rehall redone on it ppl and all certifications as well. I don't even want to ever go back there again and I would never step foot there ever again all I ever have gotten from them is constant abuse,neglect, ect. Even the ppl who say they were certified from them like group homes or ppl in the county in my opinion should be recertified and ect as well. It sucks. They make me feel unsafe being in va because of all the stuff mentioned above I have suffered it since the early 2000s and I am still continuing to suffer from it everyday every min and every second and so fourth. I don't even think they deserve to be a company because all they ever do is mistreat ppl. Even if they say they are csb it does not give them the right to constantly disrespect ppl. And as well as the ppl who get certified from them like group homes and ect. I think they need to do a whole entire rehall on the system and how it works. I'm very disappointed in the county of va and Fairfax. I want to see some changes. I have endured and suffered more than I should have to from the county and the states. Like false documents and files and claims and ect. Very disappointed in u Fairfax county. I'm also very disappointed in u va. I had tried to cont the dbdhs several times have left several messages no response to avail, I have also tried to get a hold of the governor, but response to avail, this state sucks in my no respect at all for ppl, it a complete waise of time and money, they took me away from my family from another state illegally as well. Va has no jurisdiction over wv. They had no right for what they did they violate so many laws amendments and ect daily. Va in my appionon sucks. They don't take responsibility for there actions or there wrongs. I think there needs to be more strict rules set for who can operate groups homes and ect when they live in a different state I think there needs to be better regulations. In my opinion va truly suck there is nothing common about va and them calling the common wealth of va is starting to offend me in many way. They is nothing common about what they have done to me and others. I have tried to get a hold of governor and the dbdhs, it is pointless they don't answer like they should. It sucks.
On September 26, 2024, around 10 a.m., I encountered a situation at the front desk during my check-in for an injection appointment that I feel could be improved. Two staff members made comments regarding my age and appearance that I found to be inappropriate and unprofessional. This left me feeling uncomfortable, humiliated and diminished.I appreciate that a male staff member stepped in to defend me, which was helpful, but overall, the experience was still quite unsettling. I believe it would be beneficial for the front desk team to enhance their customer service skills, as positive interactions are crucial for individuals seeking help, especially those with mental health concerns.While my treatment team is skilled and supportive in this location, I feel it's important to share this feedback to promote a more welcoming atmosphere. I hope my experience can contribute to positive changes in the future.
I went here a couple of years back trying to get help for my disabilities, even had a breakdown in the lobby once. Saw this woman who told me a place wouldn't be able to help me but unbeknownst to me, put me on a waiting list for housing! Found out just recently, there was a place for me! I have since moved to Ohio, because I was on the street! How is this right? I've been chronically homeless most of my life, with mental health struggles. Very depressed right now
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Medically Assisted Detox Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.
12-Step 12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
Intensive Outpatient Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
Aftercare Support Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).
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.
When you enroll in drug rehab in Virginia, a treatment plan is designed by professional staff in order to help you overcome drug addiction and modify addictive behaviors. This may include evidence-based treatments, group and individual therapy, and relapse prevention.
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.
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
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a structured way of helping those with major mental illnesses and/or substance abuse by bringing services directly to the patient in home. Instead of hospitalization or an outpatient program, staff members like social workers, psychiatrists, and counselors come directly to the patient’s house for treatment. ACT is used primarily for those with severe and persistent mental illness like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, some of whom also contend with substance abuse. ACT can be short- or long-term (months to years), and provides the same multidisciplinary, 24/7 staffing of a psychiatric unit, but in the comfort of the patient's own home and/or community.
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.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.
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.
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State License: Virginia
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Fairfax VA, 22031
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