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About Erie VA Medical Center Behavioral Health Clinic
Erie VA Medical Center provides integrated primary care and behavioral health support alongside specialty health care services. They serve veterans in Erie, Pennsylvania and neighboring communities. Their behavioral and specialty health services support veterans with mental health needs, LGBTQ+ care and those facing homelessness.
These services incorporate treatment for addictive behavior and substance use disorder. These may involve individual and group therapy that uses evidence based models to uncover the root causes of your substance misuse. Models like cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy equip you with practical tools to handle stress and manage emotions. They help you break unhealthy behavioral patterns and build healthier coping skills necessary for sober living.
What’s really cool is that you can receive this addiction therapy in the comfort of your home. This is possible through their secured telehealth services including videoconferencing and home telehealth services. This optimizes convenience and saves costs. They’ll provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) if you’re dealing with opioid dependence or alcoholism. These techniques use meds alongside counseling to help manage symptoms and support your recovery.
They can even help you overcome co-occurring disorders. This is when someone is dealing with addictive behavior and mental issues. The treatment for this condition combines addiction therapy and psychiatric care like medication management.
The overall recovery program can be complemented by their whole health care to ensure holistic healing. This involves meditation/mindfulness training, massage therapy and acupuncture. Yoga, tai chi and qigong classes are all aspects of this program. Combining these with traditional clinical methods is a sure way to tackle your behavioral challenges and improve your health and well being.
You can also benefit from their broad social support services. For instance, the homeless veteran’s care can be a lifesaver if you’re homeless or at risk of homelessness due to substance misuse. You may receive financial support, transitional or permanent housing and job training/life skills development. Their veteran’s readiness and employment program is also quite compelling.
This program involves personalized support, counseling and training focused on vocational skills development. They can match your skills with a specific job and provide supervision as necessary. They can equally help you find a job at their partner industry and government agencies.
These services are very affordable. Their multiple funding options make it easy to pay. These include private and public insurance like Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE. If you’re uninsured, you can pay out of pocket in person, online or via mail. I especially like that you can qualify for care in this facility even if you’re not enrolled in VA health care. They provide same day help and support walk-in express care for urgent health.
Levels of Care
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Inpatient
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy.
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PHP
Partial hospitalization programs provide comprehensive treatment in a structured setting during the day but allow you to return home at night. These programs offer a balance of inpatient and outpatient rehab and provide intensive support without full time residency.
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Outpatient
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations.
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Aftercare
Aftercare programs provide ongoing support after you complete a rehab program. They may include several components to help you maintain sobriety including therapy, community support groups and relapse prevention strategies. This gives you a network of resources as you reintegrate into your daily life.
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Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction.
Detox Service Setting
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Inpatient Detox
Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment.
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Outpatient Detox
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
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MAT
Medication assisted treatment combines medication and counseling to manage withdrawal and reduce cravings for opioid and alcohol addiction. Medications may include methadone, buprenorphine or naltrexone. MAT is tailored to your needs so you can actively participate in your treatment journey.
Programs
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Adult (18+)
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
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Alcohol Detox
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing harmful thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction. You’ll learn healthier coping mechanisms by identifying and replacing negative thoughts. This improves your emotional resilience and decreases your relapse potential.
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LGBTQ Friendly
LGBTQ friendly programs create an inclusive and affirming space for recovery. Treatment is sensitive to issues like discrimination and stigma. You’ll receive support and therapy that respects and acknowledges your unique experiences.
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Men
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
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Military / Veterans
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life.
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Opioid Detox
Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
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Seniors (65+)
Senior programs address the unique needs of older adults like chronic pain, grief and isolation. Programs include peer support and medical oversight for age related health concerns. The goal is to improve quality of life and promote sober aging.
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Women
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
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Young Adult (18 - 25)
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
Payment Options
- Payment Assistance
- Military Insurance
- Self Pay
Accreditations
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SAMHSA
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Joint Commission
Amenities
- Private Transportation
Contact
135 East 38th Street Building 8
Erie, PA 16504
