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They really helped my son in so many ways, they have a very professional staff that is definitely prepared for handling cases like my son's
About St. Vincent’s Behavioral Health
St. Vincent’s Behavioral Health is part of St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut. This Catholic hospital is one of the largest providers of mental health services in Connecticut. Their behavioral health services are nearby in their own building, giving you specialized focus for a variety of behavioral and mental health services including substance use disorder treatment.
You or your loved ones can get inpatient or outpatient treatments for any mental health challenge you’re facing. I appreciate that their psychiatric emergency department is available 24/7 for patients who are experiencing a mental health crisis. You’ll find this facility in a wheelchair accessible, single-story building in the Brooklawn/St. Vincent area of the city.
Inpatient Treatment in Bridgeport
St. Vincent’s offers holistic inpatient care for adults, adolescents and children. Their team of nurses, psychiatrists, social workers, therapists and other behavioral specialists work together to provide a caring and supportive environment. Through a thorough evaluation they’ll create a care plan to suit your concerns and needs.
Outpatient Behavioral Health Services
The outpatient offerings at St. Vincent follows a collaborative treatment model. They offer programs for youth and adults who have mental health and dual diagnosis disorders.
You can also access consultation services to address any developmental, emotional or behavioral challenges. Beginning with a psychiatric evaluation, medical experts give you an accurate diagnosis. Then, they’ll work with you and your family on an individualized treatment plan.
I like that St. Vincent also assists adults with substance abuse or mental health issues by connecting them with independent living opportunities. This allows patients to continue to get support from St. Vincent staff while having freedom to supportively re-enter the community.
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Latest Reviews
Do not go here for therapy. It caused me further trauma. I received care that was not trauma informed at all, my PTSD was not recognized and I was told (by Julia) in our first meeting I did not have PTSD and "if you had PTSD you would know." she also came into my psychiatrist appointment without my permission to claim that I was "paranoid" after I had been hacked... One time when I was talking to her she said to me "is this helping you?" which was beyond disrespectful. about a year and a half in, I finally asked for a trauma therapist (to which Julia replied she would refer me) and when nothing happened for more than 5 weeks, I called again and was immediately referred. I also left her due to a bad experience. My complex PTSD was not diagnosed and was not taken seriously until I left and got a new psychiatrist and therapist.
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Your feedback is sincerely appreciated, and will be forwarded to the appropriate staff members. We would like the opportunity to make this right. If you are willing, please contact a patient advocate either by email FairfieldAdvocacy@hhchealth.org or call 475.210.5164.
I was very close to not making it out of there after surgery and the wonderful staff on the seventh floor help get me through it. Specifically, Dr. Lee Goldstein, who was my wound care specialist was terrific a wonderful person and a terrific healer. I wouldn’t go anywhere else Ever
Trash, trash trash if you’re sent Hello here by court, you’re better off doing the one where they take you away for two months
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Accepted Insurance
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Inpatient rehab offers intensive treatment for clients who are transitioning out of detox, in early recovery, and at risk of relapse. Housing and meals are provided, and most facilities offer round-the-clock clinical care. Clients engage in multiple counseling and therapy sessions each week, along with extensive recovery-focused life skills training. Many inpatient drug rehab programs include evidence-based complementary therapies, such as meditation, massage, creative arts therapy, nutrition therapy, and experiential therapy.
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 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 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.
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William Jennings
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Teresa Calendrillo-Fuller, MSN, RN, CPXP
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Ryan O'Connell, MD
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