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Heartland is amazing. I was an OG for a year and three months. For all the people talking crap on my home, keep your mouth shut unless you want your teeth busted out. I left and everybody cried, well the residents on my unit. I have to call out these people for making my l ...
About Heartland Behavioral Health Services
Therapy methods include sand tray therapy, equestrian therapy, creative arts, experiential therapies and theraplay treatment programs. Dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing and other evidence based, trauma focused therapies are used to create the most effective and efficient individual care plan to meet each child’s needs.
The residential program is created to cater to each child or teen’s individual needs by offering various trauma focused therapy treatment programs. Therapy professionals help each child or youth set and meet treatment goals to build coping skills and develop life skills.
There are many professionals that contribute to the care and treatment program for each patient. An eating disorder and wellness specialist performs a thorough assessment and provides support in developing healthy eating and making physical and mental health choices that promote wellness and a healthy lifestyle. Attachment and trauma-focused treatment is combined with expressive and play therapy modules that help individual and independent life skills development. They then add recreational therapy options such as skills coaching, equestrian therapy and creative arts therapy. Emotional regulation and skills to deal with stress are the main focus of treatment in order to help young people learn how to cope with anything life throws at them in a healthy and positive manner.
The pediatric behavioral health crisis stabilization unit is for children and youth between the ages of 4 and 17 who are in crisis and may be a danger to themselves or others. After admission, individuals will be introduced to multiple mental health team professionals who will help them participate in therapy programs such as 4 to 6 hours of group therapy a day, expressive arts, equestrian therapy, DBT therapy programs, skills groups, TF-CBT, and more. Family therapy is also an important aspect of therapy. If family members are not able to travel to the facility or their schedule doesn’t permit them attending therapy sessions in person, there is an option for virtual and telephone conference call family therapy sessions.
Most major insurance plans are accepted including TRICARE treatment programs for military families. It is important to verify with your personal health insurance provider what coverage you have and if you will be financially responsible for any of the costs of treatment.
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Edited by:
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Latest Reviews
Nightmare for children plz don’t send your kids here. How the place is still open is beyond me. The nurses pick their favorites and the otters get in trouble constantly for sane things . The time out room dark and one small window traumatic for children. Way too many medications for younger children their small little bodies can’t handle. Just all around sad.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi, Michelle. Thanks for taking the time to share this review. Could you please visit http://www.heartlandbehavioral.com/contact-us/ and provide your contact information so we may be in touch with you personally? Thank you in advance for your time.
Witnessed abuse everyday. I got taken in a room with no cameras then body slammed head first which led to concussion. They refused to let me see a doctor, they just gave me ice and then made excuses for the staff member even though he acted very unprofessional out of anger and could’ve well killed me.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi, Santino. Thanks for taking the time to share this review. Could you please visit http://www.heartlandbehavioral.com/contact-us/ and provide your contact information so we may be in touch with you personally? Thank you in advance for your time. McKaylynn
Reviewed on 10/13/2025
Heartland is amazing. I was an OG for a year and three months. For all the people talking crap on my home, keep your mouth shut unless you want your teeth busted out. I left and everybody cried, well the residents on my unit. I have to call out these people for making my life way better. Lauren, Lucia, Courtney, Allison, Lydia, Ron, Caleb, Nevaeh, Brooklinn, Blake, Asher
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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.
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.
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
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.
Rehab aftercare programs offer continuing care for clients in the maintenance phase of recovery and are designed to evolve over time. Outpatient treatment is generally categorized as drug rehab aftercare, but many clients continue to receive services after being discharged from formal care. These services are customized to clients' unique recovery goals, but typically include medical, mental health, and social services. Clients' case manager and recovery team play a key role in developing the client's care plan.
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
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.
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.
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.
Nicotine replacement therapy in Missouri addresses physical dependence on nicotine, while support systems and behavioral therapy address the psychological aspects of addiction. Formats include inhalers, nasal sprays, lozenges, patches, and gum.
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.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
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.
Life skills give you the ability to maintain healthy relationships, complete day to day tasks, and cope with challenges. Because substance use disorder often diminishes these skills, rehab in Missouri includes integrated life skills training to rebuild and reinforce these abilities.
Sessions of creative arts therapy can take place in a group or in a one on one format. Settings include a therapist's office, day centers, hospitals, and rehab treatment facilities in Missouri.
Equine TherapyExperiential 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.
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Private Rooms
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Alyson Harder, LCSW, LSCSW
CEO
Wendy Duvall, MBA
CFO
Carri Compton, MBA
COO
Mike Ast
Director of Support Services
Courtney Simmons, BSN
Chief Nursing Officer
Kelly Hinton, LBSW
Director of Intake
Dr. Ahmad K. Tarar, MD
Medical Director
Dewey Morris, MSW, LCSW, LSCSW
Acute Care Director of Social Work & Acute Care Preadolescent Therapist
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
Contact Information
1500 West Ashland Street
Nevada, MO 64772
Get Help Now - 417-289-8814
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