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About Lloyd C Elam Mental Health Center Meharry Medical College
A full range of services designed specifically for people with various substance use disorders and drug addictions in Nashville, Tennessee, are available at Lloyd C. Elam Mental Health Center Meharry Medical College. They’ve helped folks in the state’s capital for over 75 years. To encourage a secure withdrawal process, they offer medication assisted treatment in addition to medical and social detox.
Intensive residential treatment is available for those who run the risk of developing health issues during detox. Your stay’s length will depend on your individual requirements. Their detox patients are strongly encouraged to either transfer to their residential rehab program or be directed to an appropriate treatment facility.
For those who have successfully finished detox, their residential rehabilitation program provides a structured treatment that lasts 28 days. It consists of both group and individual therapy. After finishing this stage you will be encouraged to continue your recovery by enrolling in the intensive outpatient program. Individual and limited family therapy will be combined with group therapy sessions in this program which will be organized to accommodate your everyday schedule.
This program enables you to attend treatment while juggling obligations to your family and job. Typically, services last up to eight weeks, depending on your specific needs. They recommend that you continue attending the weekly outpatient program after completing this program to reinforce your sobriety.
The weekly outpatient groups serve clients who have finished a more intensive treatment program, are employed or have minor substance abuse problems. These weekly meetings provide ongoing support tailored to your current needs usually for a maximum of eight weeks.
Their Rainbow Program offers specialized treatment for substance addicted pregnant or postpartum women. This care includes addiction treatment in addition to prenatal and postnatal care. A comprehensive assessment will be conducted to determine the appropriate level of care to meet your specific needs. Helping you achieve a healthier future is the aim of their team of certified and licensed professionals.
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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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.
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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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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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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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
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Private Insurance
- Self Pay
Accreditations
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Contact
1005 Doctor DB Todd Junior Boulevard Suite 2021A
Nashville, TN 37208
