My review echoes two of the others in the fact that my son’s treatment has been sketchy at best. The inconsistencies of the information we we received from the staff has been unbelievable. They continuously told us that the deposition hearing would be three days out from t ...
About Poplar Springs Hospital
Situated on 25 acres of Virginia countryside, Poplar Springs Hospital offers mental health and substance use disorder treatment for adults and adolescents in Petersburg, Virginia. In addition to inpatient, outpatient, and detox programs, they also offer specialized programs for female adolescents and several specialty tracks for military personnel.
You’ll have access to a large outdoor activity space and several indoor rec areas. They have two full size gyms, an inground pool, a fitness center, basketball and volleyball courts, and a yoga room. Plus, there are art, music, and cooking rooms, and a performing arts stage. For the outdoorsy types, the grounds offer nature trails and private outdoor patios.
Their wide range of treatment programs cover clients who are seeking help with crisis stabilization, detox, and addiction. They offer medical detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient programs.
The adolescent programs are for youth aged 11 to 17 and offer age-appropriate interventions. Their military programs focus on challenges unique to those who are currently serving or who have transitioned back to civilian life.
To support your long term recovery, Poplar Springs Hospital provides continuing care and aftercare support to all their clients. This includes resources, counseling, and community connections that help individuals maintain their recovery after completing a treatment program.
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To Whom It May Concern at Poplar Springs Hospital,I am writing to express my extreme concern and disappointment regarding the care and safety of my 12-year-old autistic son during his recent stay at your facility. Admitted on April 7th, 2025, he was subjected to multiple alleged assaults by another patient within 2 hours of arrival. The subsequent incidents and inconsistent communication from staff members have left me questioning the hospital's ability to provide a safe environment for its patients.The events that transpired during his stay are as follows:1. Initial assault within 2hours of admission2. Two additional assaults, with the last one occurring on the same evening3. Inconsistent information provided by staff members regarding the incidents4. Conflicting accounts from night shift staff and my son's reports5. He was there for less than 24 hours, once we got him discharged. And home we discovered bruises on him, cuts/scratches on his face. He did not have these on him when leaving the other hospital, he spent over 48 hours in the ED with multiple local law enforcement officers, and nurses and doctors seeing him.As a parent, it is distressing to feel that my child's safety and well-being were not prioritized. I urge the hospital to take immediate action to address these concerns and ensure a safer environment for all the patients,Someone needs to open an investigation on this hospital immediately!The staff does not care about the safety of your child!As his parent I will prosecute every licensed individual and Poplar Springs Hospital to the fullest extnet. I will make sure no other child will go through the abuse and neglect my son went through for the less than 24 hours he was there.Sincerely,
I went in so broken. I felt like there was nothing left for me. After almost two weeks at poplar springs I felt I had a purpose and a reason to live. The staff are so nice in the military unit. Very clean and cozy. The best healing environment I have seen in a behavioral health ward yet
Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi, Aubrey. Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us! Compliments such as these are held very dear to our hearts. We re currently working on a staff recognition campaign and would like to share your kind words with our community. If we may include your anonymous feedback, please fill out the following form by visiting https://ebgw.short.gy/PoplarSpringsHospital. Thank you again for sharing your thoughtful comments with us.
Staff was extremely approachable. Completely stopped what they were doing to provide the needs of all patients. Would 10/10 recommend this to all family and friends.
Response from the owner1 month ago
Your compliments and supportive comments are great to hear, Stephen! Thank you for your kind words and we hope you are doing well. Take care! 
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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 rehabs offer community-based addiction treatment, enabling clients to remain in their homes while in recovery. Their levels of care typically include partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient, and sober living programming. Most outpatient facilities offer addiction counseling and recovery-focused life skills training. Integrative programs include evidence-based holistic therapies, such as meditation, music therapy, and massage. Facilities specializing in alcohol and/or opioid addiction may also provide medication assisted treatment (MAT).
Inpatient Clients who are in early recovery, leaving detox, or experiencing a crisis often require the intensive treatment of an inpatient rehab facility. Clients in inpatient care receive robust clinical supervision, housing, and meals, allowing them to focus exclusively on their recovery while they stabilize. The primary treatment modalities used in most inpatient centers include extensive addiction counseling and recovery-focused life skills training. Many drug rehabs also offer holistic therapies, such as music, art, fitness, and experiential therapies.
Partial Hospitalization Program A partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers a structured environment for intensive treatment of behavioral and substance use disorders. PHP treatment can consist of sessions ranging from 6-8 hours per day for an average of 90 days. You can often expect to engage in behavioral therapies, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and receive medication. PHP treatment is often covered either fully or partially by insurance providers.
24-Hour Clinical Care 24-hour clinical care in Virginia features a highly trained team of professionals to treat your physical, mental, and emotional needs. Doctors and nurses are available to prescribe and administer medications. Psychologists and counselors provide professional counseling. Other experts such as nutritionists and addiction specialists may also offer support. This 24/7, comprehensive care is designed to give you the support you need to begin a successful recovery.
Medically Assisted Detox Known as the first step of the addiction recovery process, medical detox is the removal of addictive drugs and alcohol from your body and helping manage physical withdrawal. Medically assisted detox takes place in an inpatient setting where you will be closely monitored by a team of medical professionals to ensure your maximum health and safety. Medications like Suboxone or Vivitrol may be administered if needed to alleviate any potential withdrawal symptoms. This process is typically at least partially covered by most insurance plans.
Treatments
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Michael S. Triggs
CEO
Quian Buford
Associate Administrator
Dr. Naharia Holt-Elliott
Director of Military and Outpatient Services
LeMar Taliaferro
Director of Business Development
Mysti Nichols
Director of Admissions for RTC & Outpatient Services
Mary McCormick
Business Office Director
Dawn Saunders
Chief Nursing Officer
Amie Pathmann
Director of Clinical and Outpatient Services
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
Contact Information
(866) 546-2229 
350 Poplar Drive
Petersburg VA, 23805
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