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Huntsville Madison County Mental Health

953 Jeff Rd NW, Number 9 Suite 23 Huntsville, AL 35806
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About Huntsville Madison County Mental Health

Huntsville Madison County Mental Health, located in Huntsville, Alabama is a non-profit alcohol and drug rehab that offers treatment for a variety of substance abuse addictions including alcoholism and opiate addiction. They offer flexible outpatient addiction therapy allowing patients to live at home while receiving regular treatment. Additional levels of care offered include relapse prevention. Specialty rehab programs at Huntsville Madison County Mental Health include tailored care focusing on women's specific needs and experiences, gender-specific addiction treatment addressing unique challenges faced by men, and treatment for new mothers, addressing postpartum challenges and childcare needs.

Facility Overview

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Latest Reviews

Amanda Sizemore
1 month ago on Google
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I’m so disappointed. I was a patient of Dr penland for YEARS. He’s a great doctor. But I can’t see him anymore because the staff will NOT answer the phone. I went about 6 months without an appointment and then have been calling and leaving messages for the past year. Yes, a year. Not every day of course, but often. They finally called me back yesterday after I called 13 times in a row. The lady said “yeah, I had a bunch of missed calls from this number?” As if I was personally inconveniencing her by calling the office where she works. She wouldn’t let me make an appointment because it’s been over a year, and told me the manager would call me back. I have absolutely no faith the manager will call me back, and if she does she probably won’t let me make an appointment, so I went ahead and made an appointment somewhere else. I will miss Dr penland. Something needs to be done about the office staff.
Tim Mardis
2 months ago on Google
1
Initially I called this office numerous times to schedule an appointment, and when no one ever returned my call I stopped in and was able to schedule an appointment in person --- that should have been my warning sign. During my meeting with Dr. Penland he seemed to be very knowledgeable, and thorough with his initial questions. He decided to prescribe me medication to help alleviate the symptoms I was showing. Regrettably, the medication did absolutely nothing for my symptoms. When I tried to reschedule my 6-week follow-up, as per Dr. Penland, no one ever called me back. To be clear, I called his office on at least two occasions, and as of today, four months later, no one has returned my call. At first I began freaking out because I had read that those taking the medication he had prescribed were not to immediately quit taking the medication rather ease off with lower doses. However, I only had the one prescription, and because no one ever returned my call I had no other alternative than to quit the medicine.
Steven Kuhni
2 months ago on Google
5
Compassionate, competent, and intelligent care. I spent years getting dismissed and misdiagnosed for a myriad of strange issues related to toxic exposure. Even after being seen at UC Davis, Walter Reed, National Institute of Health, and Fort Belvoir Medical Center. It took God leading us to Huntsville, AL for Dr. Penland to ask the right questions and make the correct diagnosis. God Bless you, Dr. Penland for being courageous and curious enough to seek the root cause of my problems.
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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.

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

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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.

aftercare iconAftercare 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.

Drug rehab in Alabama provides medical or psychotherapeutic treatment for drug dependency. Methods of treatment often include a combination of medication, counseling, and recreational therapies.

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

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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.
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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

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.

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.

Contact Information

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953 Jeff Rd NW
Huntsville, AL 35806

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Reviews of Huntsville Madison County Mental Health

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2.9 (62 reviews)
Amanda Sizemore
1 month ago
1

I’m so disappointed. I was a patient of Dr penland for YEARS. He’s a great doctor. But I can’t see him anymore because the staff will NOT answer the phone. I went about 6 months without an appointment and then have been calling and leaving messages for the past year. Yes, a year. Not every day of course, but often. They finally called me back yesterday after I called 13 times in a row. The lady said “yeah, I had a bunch of missed calls from this number?” As if I was personally inconveniencing her by calling the office where she works. She wouldn’t let me make an appointment because it’s been over a year, and told me the manager would call me back. I have absolutely no faith the manager will call me back, and if she does she probably won’t let me make an appointment, so I went ahead and made an appointment somewhere else. I will miss Dr penland. Something needs to be done about the office staff.

Shannon Jennings
2 months ago
1

Tim Mardis
2 months ago
1

Initially I called this office numerous times to schedule an appointment, and when no one ever returned my call I stopped in and was able to schedule an appointment in person --- that should have been my warning sign. During my meeting with Dr. Penland he seemed to be very knowledgeable, and thorough with his initial questions. He decided to prescribe me medication to help alleviate the symptoms I was showing. Regrettably, the medication did absolutely nothing for my symptoms. When I tried to reschedule my 6-week follow-up, as per Dr. Penland, no one ever called me back. To be clear, I called his office on at least two occasions, and as of today, four months later, no one has returned my call. At first I began freaking out because I had read that those taking the medication he had prescribed were not to immediately quit taking the medication rather ease off with lower doses. However, I only had the one prescription, and because no one ever returned my call I had no other alternative than to quit the medicine.

Johnathan Mitchell
2 months ago
1

Steven Kuhni
2 months ago
5

Compassionate, competent, and intelligent care. I spent years getting dismissed and misdiagnosed for a myriad of strange issues related to toxic exposure. Even after being seen at UC Davis, Walter Reed, National Institute of Health, and Fort Belvoir Medical Center. It took God leading us to Huntsville, AL for Dr. Penland to ask the right questions and make the correct diagnosis. God Bless you, Dr. Penland for being courageous and curious enough to seek the root cause of my problems.

Elizabeth Cassimus
3 months ago
1

Never answers the phones and doesn't return calls when trying to reschedule or cancel an appt then have the audacity to charge for it. Might consider getting lawyers involved. Do better!!

Danyca Herring
4 months ago
1

They never pick up the phone, I've left over 7 voicemails in the past 2 months.

Amanda Ramhold
7 months ago
1

Look at the other reviews and don't waste your time like I did. They never answer the phone and do not return your calls.

Kelly Brunson
8 months ago
1

Nobody ever picks up the phone. It is nearly impossible to get ahold of someone at the office. I called and left a voicemail cancelling my appointment (due to conflict) 2 days in advance and got a call the day of saying I was considered a “no show” because I didn’t notify them. I wish they had better communication with patients because the staff is very nice when you are in person.

James Ayers
1 year ago
5

Matthew Passion
1 year ago
1

This is the most unprofessional office I've ever stepped foot into. In the 5 times I've called, no person has ever answered the phone. I've never had a call returned. The doctor tried to bro with me by swearing. I had to physically go to the office to schedule an appt because they wouldn't return my messages. It's poorly ran and the overall experience was just awful. I couldn't in good conscience recommend this place to anyone.

APRIL WOOD
1 year ago
1

I thought it was just me but I see I'm not the only one wasting my time calling and leaving messages.

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