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Sometimes I come here because I bring a friend for therapy. My only complaint, because according to her everything goes well in her sessions, is that they don't have set hours, per receptionist. Due to this, sometimes the front desk is a mess.
About Lutheran Social Services – Alexandria
Lutheran Social Services is a special facility dedicated to supporting you through substance use disorder treatment in Alexandria, Minnesota. They offer flexible outpatient services allowing you to live at home while attending regular therapy. Core to their work are education programs designed for different age groups, such as SAVE for adults, Yield for teens and their families, and Choices for teens facing chemical use challenges.
We like that they serve people of all ages and provide these essential programs to help you better understand substance use and its effects. Many appreciate their accommodating staff and the effective group sessions they offer. If you have court related requirements, they also work with clients referred by the court system except for those related to DUI/DWI cases.
Core Education Programs
What we notice most about Lutheran Social Services are their education programs. Their SAVE program provides adults with education and self assessment tools related to substance use violations. Their Yield intervention educates teens on the risks of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs, encouraging parents and guardians to participate. Their Choices service supports teens already dealing with chemical dependency by focusing on decision making, safety and communication.
Treatment and Education Funded by Insurance
You can pay through Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, military insurance like TRICARE, or with cash and sliding scale fees based on your income. Payment assistance is available to ensure affordability. This makes treatment accessible regardless of your financial situation.
After your visit, you can enjoy Alexandria’s local parks like Fillmore Park, visit a nearby café, or take a walk downtown. These simple activities provide a healthy break and help maintain a positive outlook. Enjoying the community can complement your recovery experience.
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Reviewed on 02/27/2019
Sometimes I come here because I bring a friend for therapy. My only complaint, because according to her everything goes well in her sessions, is that they don't have set hours, per receptionist. Due to this, sometimes the front desk is a mess.
SLOW NOT ABLE TO SCHEDULE COUNSELING FOR PEOPLE MORE THAN 1 DAY A MONTH . SERIOUSLY WHAT A JOKE .THERE ARE SO MANY COUNSELING PLACES IN ALEXANDRIA AND SURROUNDING AREAS. GO SOMEWHERE ELSE MAKE YOUR LIFE BETTER .
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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.
Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.
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.
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.
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.
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
Sharon Odland, MSW, LICSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Mary Jo Phillips, MS, LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Contact Information
507 22nd Avenue East
Suite 1
Alexandria, MN 56308
Get Help Now - 651-419-8121
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