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Stewart and Lynda Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA

Closed: Los Angeles, California
UCLA Health Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital CA 90095

About Stewart and Lynda Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA

Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital is part of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) health system. Treatment is available for clients of all ages with developmental disabilities and psychiatric disorders. There’s a specialized dual diagnosis program for clients with substance use and co occurring mental health disorders. The hospital accepts insurance from many providers, including PPOs, HMOs, and Medicare fee for service.

Unique Dual Diagnosis Program at the University of California, Los Angeles

In the heart of Westwood, less than 10 miles from the Santa Monica Pier is a unique dual diagnosis program. The program’s founder is a psychiatrist in recovery who understands the challenges faced by clients with substance use and concurrent mental health issues.

The doctor views addiction as a solution to a mental health problem that then becomes its own problem. Treatment providers in the program work to help clients identify their underlying mental health disorders so they can then address their addiction.

The hospital provides private rooms for the majority of patients. The rooms have large windows for natural light and an outdoor view of green spaces. There are many healing outdoor spaces where they conduct much of the group therapy.

Additionally, the hospital has psychiatry programs for children. Specialty programs include the treatment of obsessive compulsive, autism spectrum, and ADHD disorders. There’s also a special geriatric acute care unit.

Facility Overview

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Number of Available Beds

Latest Reviews

Lexi Knox
3 months ago on Google
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Terrible psych ward
Response from the owner2 months ago
We want to make sure you're getting the best care and have a positive experience with us. Please reach out to us at ucla.in/20fRHhF so we can address any questions or concerns.
Audrey
1 year ago on Google
4
Excellent and unparalleled psychiatry. UCLA stabilized me and genuinely saved my life I cannot emphasize this enough. Expect clean, safe, and private accommodations, as well as wonderful food, and some very caring clinicians. Plus, animal and art therapy were highlights. My one reservation, that I have found to be consistent with others experience, is that I believe some of the staff to be experiencing significant burnout and for that I sincerely hope that they are more supported by their employer.
Response from the owner2 months ago
Thank you for the review! We strive every day to be a model that redefines the standard of excellence in health care. It is our integrated mission to provide state-of-the-art patient care and to train top medical professionals. You can always depend on us.
M M
1 year ago on Google
1
Beat the daylights out of me, kicked me out more suicidal than I went in AND had the nerve to bill me for the experience. This place was the last nail in my coffin and will be directly responsible for any consequences that accompany my death.
Response from the owner2 months ago
We're sorry to hear about your experience. We pride ourselves on providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology. We'd love to get in touch with you and see what went wrong. Please contact us at ucla.in/20fRHhF. Thank you.
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.
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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.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.

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.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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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.
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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.
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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

Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.

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.

Amenities

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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

John Mazziotta, MD, PhD

CEO & Vice Chancellor

Johnese Spisso, MPA

CEO & President

Steven Dubinett, MD

Dean

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

Fact checked and written by:
Susan Bertram, BA
Edited by:
Nikki Wisher, BA

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Reviews of Stewart and Lynda Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA

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3.4 (32 reviews)
Barry Williams
3 weeks ago
5

*** Best spot for mental health crisis in LA. *** Acute psychosis due to cannabis is on the rise. Even general psychosis seems to happen a lot. I brought someone to the ER here ~ 3am due to delusions and a fear they might wander off. It's a scary and potentially dangerous situation. There was a psyche doctor available in the ER. After 30 min exam the doc assigned a room. (Any adult patient may be admitted against their will for 72 hrs if they are deemed to be a danger to either themselves or to others.) Docs can also petition the court for an add'l 14 days if more treatment needed for release. It took ~ 3wks for docs to finally identify the best cocktail of drugs to regain a lucid state, coupled of course with daily food and sleep. Nurses and docs are plentiful compared to relatively fewer number of mental patients. A high level of consideration and concern. *** I suggest Resnick for mental health. ***

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! Our vision is to heal humankind, one patient at a time, by improving health, alleviating suffering and delivering acts of kindness.
Lajera K
1 month ago
1

This place abuses people! My daughter is special needs and was not treated fairly or kindly

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Hi Lajera, we’re sorry to hear about your family’s experience. Please share some additional details at ucla.in/20fRHhF so we can address the situation and follow-up in more detail. Thank you for your time.
Chris Morris
1 month ago
2

Someone I know was having a severe bout of insomnia and then had a nervous breakdown and was referred to the emergency room by their doctor. They went to the UCLA emergency room and were told by the staff doctor that there was a bed available in the Resnick Psychiatric center where they could get a few nights of good sleep and have a team of doctors (psychiatrist, psychologist, etc) caring for them. It took 3 to 4 hours to get into her room after being told one was available, and about that long to tell us what the visiting hours were. It turned out that things did not end up being quite the way they were described. In particular, the doctor failed to mention that my friend's phone would be taken away while staying in the hospital. So the only way she could communicate with friends and family was by going to the hallway and making calls from a phone there. No texts. No impromptu calls. No listening to calming music or pre-recorded prayers. Many of the resources my friend had were on her phone, and she was unable to use them. Visiting hours were for only 1 hour a day, and only one person could visit. In addition, she saw all the doctors from her 'team' basically one time while she stayed there over the course of two days and two nights. What she did get was a private room, medication, and an option to go to a group occupational therapy art session. The whole place was a bit unnerving for my friend, as most of the patients that she saw were there involuntarily, where as she was there voluntarily and her mind was in a better state than theirs. She left after two nights, given that she felt so alone in the hospital, a bit unnerved by the other patients, and considering that she did not actually have a team of doctors helping her. Also, they gave her a prescription for medication and also resources for support groups, psychiatrists, and therapists.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
This is concerning to hear. UCLA Health is among the most comprehensive and advanced health care systems in the world. We want to make sure you're taken care of. Please reach out to us so we can discuss this matter with you directly: ucla.in/20fRHhF. We will make every effort to address your concerns.
Sina
1 month ago
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We would like to know more about what happened during your visit. We are committed to providing the absolute best health care. Please reach out to us at ucla.in/20fRHhF so we can get in touch.
Natalie Allen
3 months ago
1

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
We're sorry to hear about your experience. We pride ourselves on providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology. We'd love to get in touch with you and see what went wrong. Please contact us at ucla.in/20fRHhF. Thank you.
Lexi Knox
3 months ago
1

Terrible psych ward

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
We want to make sure you're getting the best care and have a positive experience with us. Please reach out to us at ucla.in/20fRHhF so we can address any questions or concerns.
Connor Yudelson
11 months ago
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Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
We're sorry to hear about your experience. We pride ourselves on providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology. We'd love to get in touch with you and see what went wrong. Please contact us at ucla.in/20fRHhF. Thank you.
Audrey
1 year ago
4

Excellent and unparalleled psychiatry. UCLA stabilized me and genuinely saved my life — I cannot emphasize this enough. Expect clean, safe, and private accommodations, as well as wonderful food, and some very caring clinicians. Plus, animal and art therapy were highlights. My one reservation, that I have found to be consistent with others’ experience, is that I believe some of the staff to be experiencing significant burnout — and for that I sincerely hope that they are more supported by their employer.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for the review! We strive every day to be a model that redefines the standard of excellence in health care. It is our integrated mission to provide state-of-the-art patient care and to train top medical professionals. You can always depend on us.
M M
2 years ago
1

Beat the daylights out of me, kicked me out more suicidal than I went in AND had the nerve to bill me for the experience. This place was the last nail in my coffin and will be directly responsible for any consequences that accompany my death.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
We're sorry to hear about your experience. We pride ourselves on providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology. We'd love to get in touch with you and see what went wrong. Please contact us at ucla.in/20fRHhF. Thank you.
Milan Cooper
2 years ago
5

I had an AMAZING experience in the adolescent inpatient unit. I was there for a month and had phenomenal care from the nurses, psychiatrists and mhp. The food for rlly good and the rooms were rlly well kept. COmpared to more inpatient centers, this place was a vacation! I am so grateful for all the staff who helped me :)

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for the review! We're dedicated to being the best in health care and happy to hear about your experience.
Mercury
2 years ago
5

Looks good I might be going ever if I ever get sent to the mental hospital

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for the review! We're dedicated to being the best in health care and happy to hear about your experience.
Barbara King Lanzet
3 years ago
1

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
We want to make sure you're getting the best care and have a positive experience with us. Please reach out to us at ucla.in/20fRHhF so we can address any questions or concerns.
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