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treated like kids people coming here for treatments and rehabilitations but its not helping. treating the patients like kids and the disrespectful nurses as well.
About Longleaf Hospital
You can find Longleaf Hospital in the Louisiana city of Alexandria. This is a behavioral health facility that treats adults for mental health conditions and substance use disorder(SUD) on an inpatient basis. They offer medication management for clients taking prescription drugs to control withdrawal symptoms and cravings.
Individualized Treatment
You will be given a full assessment when you come in to determine a treatment plan. You will have group and individual therapy sessions and they also offer family sessions as needed.
The treatment program follows a 12-step model focusing on admitting that you are powerless against substances and encouraging you to accept a higher power and make amends. They incorporate principles from Living in Balance which helps you deal with issues in your life that you may have ignored when you were using substances.
Specialized Care for Teens
They have separate inpatient services for teens with SUD. Recovery is often most effective when people are in group therapy with others who are in their own age group and of their own gender.
In addition to therapy, kids will participate in recreational activities twice a day. They may go for hikes, play sports, or have trust games.
Latest Reviews
Best hospital ever that gave me back my life Amen
If you are looking to make your mental health condition worse than it already is this is the perfect place for you. Upon my departure i was informed that my bag I brought with me was lost. It normally wouldn't be an issue but my carkeys were in the bag. I finally get in contact with someone after 2 days of trying and they informed me that my bag has been found but I'll have to come up with a solution to receive it. I live an hour and a half away and I tried to reiterate to these people that my CARKEYS are in the bag that LONGLEAF lost. I asked if they would like me to walk to get my carkeys because clearly I cannot use my vehicle to come receive the bag that was "lost". The lady of course replied with a condescending attitude "Sir, once again we need you to find a solution to retrieve your bag". Clearly logical thinking is not required to become an employee at Longleaf. Like I said earlier, if you have a mental condition and are looking to worsen it significantly I would recommend you visit for a stay at Longleaf.
My 15 year old daughter is currently here. Getting ahold to her by calling NEVER works, I know that the staff isn't that busy not to answer a phone at all. My daughter said that they held her down numerous times and gave her 4 "calm down" shots all at once(she's 113 lbs.) Their was also a girl there that kept fighting all of the other patients, she was one of the girls that got beat up and a chunk of her hair was pulled out. She said that the staff didn't do anything except watched. She called and asked if I could have her transferred. She called her aunt and her aunt asked to speak with the nurse (Debbie) where Debbie cussed out her out and hung up on her. Her aunt was nice about the question she had but the nurse got rude and hung up. My daughter also said she had to drag her cot in the hallway because sugar ants were crawling around while she was trying to sleep. The visitation room was cold and their were girls in paper gowns with only socks on..in a cold room. Their is also a male(that thinks he's a female) working in the adolescent girls unit. I would not suggest this hospital at all. Very unprofessional, I haven't heard from her doctor at all in the entire 2 weeks she's been there. Their is no area for playing outside at all. It looks like walking through a jail in there. I didn't get to talk to anyone about her conditions before she went into the back. Just the receptionist saying "they will call you". Since then the only time I hear from a nurse is for my ok for them to give her a new medication. Other than that don't even call up there because they won't answer at all. This is Unit A. The nurses also held her down and stripped off her clothing because another girl said she was hiding something, they didn't even find anything on my daughter at all. I wish this place would shut down to prevent more emotional abuse to children. Her aunt asked if they had cameras(that's when the nurse started yelling and cussing and then hung up.) We wanted to see what happened. My daughter has bruises all of her body from this place.
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Other Forms of Payment
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.
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.
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient
Clients enrolled in outpatient rehab typically need less intensive supervision and support than those in inpatient care. Clients may continue to work and attend school while participating in addiction counseling and recovery education during the evening, night, or weekend. Clients also often enter intensive outpatient (IOP) treatment immediately upon exiting residential care, which provides them with high-level step-down support as they reintegrate into their homes and communities.
Inpatient
Inpatient rehab gives clients a chance to focus on their recovery in a highly structured and supportive environment away from outside distractions, stressors, and addiction triggers. Clients reside at the treatment facility and engage in intensive psychotherapy, which may include individual, group, and family counseling.
Intensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient programs 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). The IOP at Longleaf is available for men and women over the age of 18. It is ideal for those who are stepping down from a more acute level of service. They typical duration is of 8-12 weeks.
Aftercare Support
Clients enrolled in rehab aftercare programs have completed high-level treatment and are typically in the maintenance phase of their recovery, receiving customized services designed to support their sustained sobriety. Case managers and care teams typically begin to plan for the client's rehab aftercare services early in the treatment process to ensure the client's fluid reentry into their home, workplace, and community. These programs evolve as clients' needs change, and frequently include peer coaching, relapse prevention, and career counseling.
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).
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. The partial hospitalization program is available for teens and adults in need of mental and behavioral health treatment.
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. Detoxification at Longleaf Hospital is designed for men and women over the age of 18.
24-Hour Clinical Care
Initial phases of rehab treatment often require 24-hour clinical care in Louisiana. This supervised treatment offers three main benefits. Medical staff can provide medications to treat withdrawal. Clients can also benefit from having 24-hour nursing staff available to treat any other physical symptoms. Lastly, this setting ensures that professionals are constantly available to address any emotional or mental health issues related to the addiction or co-occurring disorders.
Treatments
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.
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.
LGBTQ Program
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.
Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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.
When you participate in dialectical behavior therapy, you'll work on recognizing distorted thinking patterns that are guiding your emotions. You'll learn how to change these patterns to eliminate unproductive reactions. This involves developing better coping mechanisms to handle stressful situations.
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.
If you are struggling with motivation to change, motivational interviewing is designed to help. This method typically involves one or two sessions with a therapist. The technique helps you understand your motivations and empowers you to make changes to reach your goals.
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.
Couples therapy focuses on helping the couple develop skills that will improve the relationship. These include communication, conflict resolution, and anger management. Couples also identify dysfunctional behaviors and work to eliminate them.
Eye Movement Desensitization And ReprocessingResearch 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.
Amenities
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Private Setting
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Jared Ferguson
CEO
Ashley Knippers, MHA
CFO
Candace Blood, LCSW, LAC
Director of Clinical Services
Cynthia Donnelly
Director of Human Resources
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
Accreditation Number: 1087
Contact Information
44 Versailles Boulevard
Alexandria, LA 71303
Get Help Now - 337-595-0986
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