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In the beginning, they were rejecting the idea of meds, and in the end, my counselor told me “I need to get on meds”. I don't get it??? Like how are they supposed to help others untangle their problems when the counselors are not even consistent with what they are tellin ...
About HopeSparks – Tacoma
HopeSparks located in Tacoma, Washington provides mental health services to children and families who are facing adversity and encourage positive change. They use a model of care called the “Bridge of Hope” which focuses on both mental and physical health.
A culture of inclusion is one of the pillars of HopeSparks, and they strive to create an environment of equity within the center, and which extends into the community. While this facility does not offer substance use treatment, they may be able to assist parents with treating underlying mental health issues that contribute to substance use, such as anxiety or depression. The staff may also be able to refer you to more intensive addiction treatment services if necessary.
Mental Health Care for Infants and Early Childhood
From infant to age six, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) creates a space where healthy social, emotional and cognitive development can thrive. Services offered at HopeSparks include early intervention, social emotional evaluation, child parent psychotherapy, and theraplay. All services are under the guidance of the parent coaching model and can take place at the clinic, home, or somewhere in the local community.
Other services to provide support to families include home visits, relatives raising children, community outreach, and readiness to learn. These can help families manage changes and help ease children through life transitions.
Providing for the Needs of Families
HopeSparks has a program called HopesCloset where they assist families with shopping for basic needs. Volunteers can help donate or organize a drive to help families receive clothing, personal care items, cleaning supplies, items for school and toys for the holidays.
In the community, there are local attractions that families can visit like green spaces and parks. Point Defiance Park has walking trails, a zoo, an aquarium and beaches for a variety of activities. Titlow Park is also located in Tacoma and has a spray park for kids, playgrounds and tennis courts.
Latest Reviews
My son hasn’t been here in a few years But I’ve sat and really thought about his time here and I never did a review, this place was Amazing! Not only did they support my son they supported me! Always flexible and accommodating it was really really sad to leave them actually! Hope everyone is doing great! Also their services linger once at hopesparks you will always be supported!
If you have the option to go somewhere else. PLEASE go. They do not help with anything. They come into your house just to watch you do things you been doing with your kids to help them. The reason we ask for them to come is too actually help nit stare at you do the same things we been doing for the past year and a half.
We go through these people for speech services and have got nowhere with the services they offer. We finally go through a actual speech therapist that is sitting with our son and speaking to him trying to figure out the actual issue we have with him. We are recieving ACTUAL physical in PERSON help.
If you can hold off on going through these people and or want to benefit and Save you and your child's time GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!!!
I had such an amazing experience with HopeSparks. Sara, Tina, and Bettina are absolutely amazing! They helped me be a better parent for my son. Helped me understand why my son behaves the way he does and helped me understand my sons sensory needs. I would discipline my son a lot without realizing his actions was him speaking for his needs. For example, throwing food on the floor was him expressing sensory overload because of the food texture. They helped give me advice on parenting techniques that helped my sons sensory needs so much. Sara is such a good listener and very understanding. She was able to see potential sensory issues where as I had not and got my son a referral for OT. And it was life changing for my son and I. The behavior therapists are so communicative. Right in the beginning Dawn when she did work here, she let me know my son doesn’t have behavioral issues, it’s her helping me help my son. It was absolutely amazing. Tina, our new behavior therapist is also amazing as she’s very communicative and such a good listener as well. She made books for my son to help understanding bedtime better and potty training. They all go above and beyond to help my family.
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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.
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
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.
Treatments
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Staff
Derek Moore
Board President, Director, Microsoft
Brenda Baker
Board VP, Human Resources Leader, Omeros Corporation
Erik Swanson, CPA
Board Treasurer, Financial Analyst, Northwest Farm Credit Services
Dr. Yvette Gross
Board Secretary, Physician, Multicare
Natasha Johnson, Esq
Director, Attorney, WA Administrative Office of the Courts
Dr. Jamie Lee
Director, Executive Director of Federal Programs & Student Support, Puyallup School District
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6424 North 9th street
Tacoma, WA 98406
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