long wait time, doctors were very professional and staff, love ones was treated and released to go home within 2 hours.
About Singing River Health System
Singing River Health System offers hospital based substance use and behavioral health treatment in Pascagoula, Mississippi providing physician supervised inpatient and outpatient care for adults on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
The Pascagoula Hospital behavioral care unit treats substance abuse and addiction alongside co-occurring mental health conditions.
As part of a community owned, not for profit health system, the program delivers integrated and medically supervised care in a therapeutic environment.
Behavioral Health and Crisis Care
Care often begins with a referral, including from primary care providers or the emergency department through the crisis intervention program.
Inpatient behavioral health services provide 24 hour supervision for adults ages 18 and older experiencing a mental health crisis, delivered through an adult behavioral care unit and a medical psychiatric care unit.
Outpatient services include clinical social work assessment and therapy, psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
Discharge planning helps arrange follow up care with a local therapist, psychiatrist and family physician for continued support.
Key Features
- Location: Pascagoula Hospital, a 435 bed campus in Pascagoula, Mississippi
- Levels of care: Inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services
- Who they treat: Adults ages 18+, with children’s therapy available in outpatient services
- Approach: Physician supervised care including psychological testing and recreational therapy
- Distinctive feature: The only Gulf Coast program with a Medical Psychiatric Care Unit for acute psychiatric patients with active medical needs
- Environment: Smoke free campus with scheduled therapy and activities
Latest Reviews
BIG RESPECT TO SINGING RIVER MY BOY HAD TWO HERNIA IN THE REAR SERIOUS DR. CRAIG AND STAFF TOOK CARE OF MY BOY HE LOOKS GOOD ITS FIXED WE THANK YALL KOOPER IS GOOD AND TURNED 7! -MUCH RESPECT AND THANK YOU-THE SCLATERS❤️🙏😇👏👏👏👏👏👏YALL ARE GOOD✔️👏😇
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Stevens and the team at Singing River’s geriatric outpatient clinic. Our family is navigating one of the most difficult seasons of our lives, and the compassion, flexibility, and genuine care we have received from this office have made an enormous difference.
My mother-in-law has dementia and has been declining rapidly. My husband is active-duty military, and we are stationed halfway across the country, which makes trying to understand what is happening, coordinate her care, and make sure she is safe incredibly difficult. At the same time, my own father is battling advanced cancer, so our family has been trying to manage two very serious situations from hundreds of miles away.
We recently made a last-minute trip home to the Gulf Coast when it became clear that we needed to check on my mother-in-law in person. My husband only had two days in town, while I had to be in Florida dealing with an urgent health situation involving my own parent. I called Dr. Stevens’ office, explained what was happening, and asked if there was any possible way they could see my mother-in-law during the very small window my husband was available.
Tonya, Dr. Stevens’ receptionist, could not have been kinder or more accommodating. She understood how difficult our circumstances were and found a way to get my mother-in-law seen while my husband was there. What may have simply looked like fitting another patient onto a schedule meant the world to our family.
The appointment itself only reinforced how fortunate we are to have Dr. Stevens involved in her care. Because I could not physically be there, he allowed me to participate by speakerphone so that my husband, my mother-in-law, Dr. Stevens, and I could all discuss what was happening and formulate a plan together.
What impressed me most was the dignity and respect he showed my mother-in-law throughout the entire visit. It can be very easy for people to unintentionally talk around or infantilize someone with dementia. Dr. Stevens never did that. He spoke directly to her, listened to her, and treated her as the person at the center of her own care, while also recognizing that her cognitive decline requires her family to be increasingly involved. He managed that balance with tremendous compassion and professionalism.
Since then, we have needed a significant amount of documentation and paperwork to arrange care, advocate for her, and make decisions about her safety. Because of her dementia, my mother-in-law cannot reliably remember what is needed or coordinate these things herself. Tonya has been absolutely incredible in helping us navigate all of the administrative pieces that come with a situation like this. When you are already overwhelmed and trying to manage a loved one’s declining health from another state, having someone who is responsive, patient, and willing to help is invaluable.
There is excellent medical care, and then there is the kind of care that makes a family feel like they are not navigating an impossible situation alone. That is what we have received from Dr. Stevens and his staff.
Our circumstances are complicated, stressful, and heartbreaking, and they cannot change that. But they have repeatedly made the parts they can help with easier. They have treated my mother-in-law with dignity, treated our family with compassion, and gone out of their way to help us coordinate her care despite the distance and circumstances.
We are extraordinarily grateful to Dr. Stevens, Tonya, and the entire geriatric outpatient team at Singing River. Families caring for someone with dementia need knowledgeable medical providers, but they also desperately need patience, humanity, communication, and support. This office has given us all of those things, and I would recommend them without hesitation.
Hands down one of the best hospital experiences I have had. I have yet to be disappointed by the staff at this location. I had surgery today and everyone was so incredibly friendly and accommodating. They just paid attention and acted without even asking if I needed anything. It’s the little things that make all the difference. This is my second time this year coming here for a procedure and I will continue to choose this location over everywhere else I can go. Huge shoutout to Wendy& Tonya for getting me hooked up and settled in., Ms. Rachel for getting all the things injected and getting me ready to go back and Felicia for making my recovery so easy and comfortable. I appreciate you all! Also, thank you Dr. Ramon Brown for always being the best at what you do!
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad our Pascagoula team made you feel cared for and comfortable throughout your procedure. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Wendy, Tonya, Rachel, Felicia, Dr. Brown, and the rest of the team. We appreciate you continuing to choose Singing River for your care. 
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
Clients in an intensive outpatient program (IOP) require substantive support as they prepare to transition into standard outpatient (OP) care or community-based recovery programs, such as AA. Most IOP clients are in early recovery or are at an elevated relapse risk. Intensive outpatient treatment generally involves multiple, extended sessions weekly. Many programs require clients to participate in a minimum of nine therapeutic hours weekly. The most common treatment modalities include psychotherapy, recovery education, and medication assisted treatment.
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 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.
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.
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.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.
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.
Amenities
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Private Rooms
Staff
Laurin St. Pé
CEO
Gordon Rountree
Chief Legal & Strategy Officer
Jason McNeil
CFO
Randy Roth
Chief Medical Officer
Susan Russell
Chief Nursing Officer
Shannon Wall
CMO
Jessica Lewis
Chief Human Resources Officer
Michael Dozier
CIO
Rehab.com regularly reviews this listing for accuracy but changes may occur between updates. For the most up-to-date information, please contact Singing River Health System.
Contact Information
2809 Denny Avenue
Pascagoula, MS 39581
Get Help Now - 228-432-4666
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