Adult Psychiatric Program

The Adult Psychiatric Program is designed for the treatment of adult patients ages 18 and over with a primary psychiatric diagnosis. Some patients may have a secondary substance abuse diagnosis meeting the criteria for medically supervised inpatient treatment. The following patients are excluded:

• Primary diagnosis of addictive disease
• Disorders caused by chronic organic brain dysfunction
• Behavioral, cognitive and/or physical impairment which would render the patient unable to function at a minimally acceptable level within the treatment program, such as a medically unstable patient whose safety requires treatment in a medical/surgical hospital
• Those who meet criteria for less restrictive treatment

The program is based in the acute-care setting, in a 38-bed unit, and is in operation 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Areas of Care

• Psychiatric Evaluation Psychiatrist
• Psychosocial Assessment Social Services Staff
• Nursing Assessment Registered Nurse
• History and Physical Exam Physician
• Medical/Surgical Consultation Physician
• Dietary Consultation Registered Dietitian
• Psychological Screening and/or Testing Psychologist
• Neuropsychological Evaluation Psychologist
• Therapeutic Recreation Recreational Therapist
• Individual/Family/Group Therapy Social Services Staff
• Continuing Care Planning Treatment Team
• Chemical Dependency Assessment Addiction Counselor

Therapy Groups

Patients are involved in specific therapy groups according to their individual needs and level of care. These may include:

• Daily Community - Facilitated daily by unit staff to enhance the patient’s ability to function in social settings with others. Morning and/or afternoon community meetings are utilized to establish and evaluate goals set by each patient in the acute program. Community is held each session for the PHP program.
• Lecture - Facilitated by a nurse, social worker, physician, chaplain or counselor, lecture topics include medication education, spiritual issues, grief, humor, self-talk, and self-help.
• Process Group - These groups provide an opportunity for patients to give input into their treatment plan, receive feedback from the clinical team, and participate in structured activities related to various didactic groups. Peer review may also provide feedback about patient progress in the various programs.
• Creative Therapy - Designed for patients on a lower functional level who cannot benefit from traditional emotional process or cognitively based groups. This group is experiential in nature.
• Relaxation Group - Different types of relaxation training, such as guided imagery, progressive muscle relaxation and breathing exercises are taught in a group setting. Lifestyle changes needed to alleviate stress will be identified.
• Therapeutic Recreation - Is provided by a certified recreational therapist to provide opportunities for leisure counseling and development of effective life skills.

For further information simply call (318) 678-7500 or Toll Free (877) 678-7500. We offer confidential assessments and referrals.