Hillside

About the Facility

Hillside offers a continuum of mental health care for children and adolescents. We specilize in working with clients who needs more intensive support. Our programs: Residential treatment in Atlanta DBT Day Program in Atlanta Intensive In-Home Therapy in Atlanta, Macon, and Savannah Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program online for GA residents

Program: Residential Treatment

Ages Served: 10-18

Providers: Board Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Masters-level licensed therapists, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist®, Registered Dietitian, and certified teachers.

Population Served: children, adolescents, and their families. Residential treatment at Hillside provides specialized treatment to children and adolescents who have a primary psychiatric diagnosis and struggle to function in the regular home/community setting. Most residential clients have been hospitalized in short-term acute inpatient psychiatric hospitals multiple times and have not been able to stabilize or maintain safety in lower levels of care. Residential treatment clients have struggled with severe depression or anxiety, chronic suicidal ideation, chronic self-harming behaviors, and severe mood dysregulation.

What treatment looks like: Clients live on campus in a 24/7 supervised and structured therapeutic setting that are specific to age, gender, and symptom acuity. The average length of stay is 6-8 weeks. Clients attend school on campus during the school year. Clients engage in individual DBT therapy, family therapy, DBT skills training, experiential therapy, and receive psychiatric medication management.

Treatment Approach/Modality: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Theraplay ®, psychiatric medication management, individual therapy, family therapy, groups.

Specialties: Mood & Anxiety Disorder, Borderline Personality traits/disorder, severe emotion dysregulation, Self-harming behavior

Insurance: Residential treatment at Hillside is in-network with all major insurance plans including Tricare and Kaiser

Program: Experience DBT- A Specialized Day Treatment

Ages Served: 13-17

Providers: Board Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner, Masters-level licensed therapists, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist®

Population Served: Teens ages 13-17 and their families. Day-program clients are typically able to maintain safety in the home environment, however, are in need or more intensive therapy and medication management than regular outpatient services. Teens who have severe depression/anxiety or difficulties with completing routine daily activities, such as school, due to on-going psychiatric symptoms. Teens who have non-suicidal self-harming behaviors (NSSI) or passive suicidal ideations.

Most Day-program clients have been not been hospitalized in short-term acute inpatient psychiatric hospitals or have had minimal hospitalizations. Teens who have completed treatment in more intensive treatment settings (residential or wilderness programs) and have made progress in stabilizing high risk behaviors may also find the day-program to be a good transitional treatment for the after care.

What treatment looks like: Clients are engaged in a 30-day intensive and experiential DBT program. Clients remain with the family in the home setting and come to campus Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for 6 consecutive weeks. Parents are engaged in family therapy weekly as well as the parent DBT groups on Tuesday 4:00-5:30 p.m. Clients engage in individual DBT therapy, family therapy, DBT skills training, experiential therapy, and receive psychiatric medication management. Clients are given approximately 10 hours during the week to work independently on school assignments.

Treatment Approach/Modality: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), experiential therapy, psychiatric medication management, individual therapy, family therapy, & groups.

Specialties: Mood & Anxiety Disorder, Borderline Personality traits/disorder, severe emotion dysregulation, Self-harming behavior

Insurance: Experience DBT Day Program at Hillside is in-network with all major insurance plans including Tricare & Kaiser

Program: Virtual DBT Intensive Outpatient Program (VIOP)

Ages Served: 13-17

Providers: Board Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner, Masters-level licensed therapists

Population Served: Teens ages 13-17 and their families. VIOP clients are typically able to maintain safety in the home environment and manage their academic responsibilities during the school day. However, VIOP clients still need more intensive therapy and medication management than regular outpatient services. Teens who have severe depression/anxiety or difficulties with interpersonal relationships. Teens who have non-suicidal self-harming behaviors (NSSI) or passive suicidal ideations. Teen must be able to effectively engage through telehealth platform.

Most VIOP clients have not been hospitalized in short-term acute inpatient psychiatric hospitals or have had minimal hospitalizations. Teens who have completed treatment in more intensive treatment settings (residential or wilderness programs) and have made progress in stabilizing high risk behaviors may also find VIOP to be a good transitional treatment for the after care.

What treatment looks like: Clients are engaged in a 6-week intensive DBT Skills curriculum. Clients remain with the family in the home setting and usually still attend school. Clients log-on to Zoom to participate in DBT group programming Monday through Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for 6 consecutive weeks. Parents are engaged in family therapy weekly as well as the parent DBT groups on Tuesday 4:00-5:30 p.m. Outside of group programming hours, clients engage in weekly individual therapy, weekly family therapy, and receive psychiatric medication management every other week.

Treatment Approach/Modality: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychiatric medication management, individual therapy, family therapy, & groups.
Specialties: Mood & Anxiety Disorder, Borderline Personality traits/disorder, severe emotion dysregulation, Self-harming behavior
Insurance: Virtual DBT IOP Program at Hillside is in-network with all major insurance plans including Tricare & Kaiser

Program: Intensive In-Home Therapy (IIHT)

Ages Served: 5-25

Providers: Masters-level licensed therapists

Population Served: children, adolescents, young-adults, and their families. Clients need more intensive therapy than regular outpatient services and can benefit from non-traditional therapeutic interventions in the home and in the community setting. Clients who have severe depression/anxiety or difficulties with completing routine daily activities, such a school, due to on-going psychiatric symptoms.

Most Intensive In-home Therapy clients have had minimal or no hospitalizations and do not meet medical necessity for residential treatment. Clients and families who need transitional support upon completion of treatment in more intensive treatment settings (residential or wilderness programs) or clients who have not been successful with traditional therapy are also appropriate for Intensive In-Home Program.

What treatment looks like: Clients remain with the family in the home setting, continue to work with their regular outpatient therapists and/or psychiatrists, and receive additional support from a Hillside therapist in their home and community setting. Hillside In-Home therapist will coordinate care with current providers, work with the clients and their families to give additional therapeutic support, and be available 24/7 for crisis and coaching needs. The therapist usually works with the family for 3-6 months and vary the amount of time base on the acuity and needs. Typical clients start with 4 hours per week of Intensive In-Home Therapy which includes individual and family therapy. The therapeutic support is individualized to each client/family need.

Treatment Approach/Modality: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Positive Parenting Program, Theraplay ®, Experiential therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy, Parent Coaching.

Specialties: Mood & Anxiety Disorder, Borderline Personality traits/disorder, severe emotion dysregulation, self-harming or high-risk behaviors

Insurance: Hillside’s Intensive In-Home Therapy is a benefit of Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, ComPsych, and HealthScope. Services are also available via self-pay.

Accreditations

Joint Commission

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

Treatment

Mental Health

While in treatment for a substance use disorder, mental health services are provided, and you have access to a mental health counselor or therapist round the clock. Clinical staff constantly monitor your care, and you receive a number of mental health therapies including individual and group counseling, relapse prevention education, and coping skills training. Other mental health offerings will vary by rehab.

Insurance and Financial

Private insurance
Self-pay options
Financial aid
Military insurance

Programs

Adolescence program
Children program
Hearing impaired program
HIV/AIDS program
LGBTQ program

Levels of Care

Outpatient

Outpatient rehab enables clients to receive addiction treatment while continuing to work and reside at home. Many programs offer evening, night, and weekend services so that clients may receive treatment on their own schedule. Outpatient treatment modalities typically include addiction counseling, recovery-focused life skills training, and/or medication assisted treatment (MAT). Many programs also provide step-down care, including partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and standard outpatient services, to align with clients’ evolving needs.

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.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

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.

Couples Therapy

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

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.

Eating Disorder Treatment

Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.

Experiential Therapy

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.

Family Therapy

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

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.

Individual Therapy

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

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.