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Capital District Psychiatric

Drug Rehab Center in Schenectady, New York

  • Mental Health
  • Dual Diagnosis

Capital District Psychiatric is a full-service mental health center located in Schenectady, New York that offers comprehensive, individualized treatment plans, specialized dual diagnosis and mental health care, and multiple levels of evidence-based therapies to improve patient autonomy and quality of life.

About This Schenectady, NY Facility

Capital District Psychiatric is a dual diagnosis and mental health treatment facility located in Schenectady, New York. This facility is dedicated to helping individuals suffering from dual diagnosis, which is the co-occurrence of a mental health disorder and substance abuse problem. With their outpatient levels of care, Capital District Psychiatric aims to provide comprehensive treatment for individuals who are looking to get sober and address their mental health concerns. As a facility affiliated with the Office of Mental Health in New York State, Capital District Psychiatric upholds a commitment to high standards of care and adheres to evidence-based practices in the field.

Capital District Psychiatric offers a range of services and treatment methods to assist individuals dealing with addiction and substance abuse. Their multidisciplinary team of professionals utilizes various therapeutic approaches, including individual counseling, group therapy, and family therapy. These sessions aim to address the underlying factors contributing to addiction and mental health concerns, fostering an environment conducive to long-term recovery. Additionally, Capital District Psychiatric provides education and support to help individuals develop coping skills, relapse prevention strategies, and healthier ways of managing their mental health. By taking a holistic approach to treatment, Capital District Psychiatric aims to empower individuals with the tools necessary for a successful and sustainable recovery journey.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Multiple Centers
  • Conditions and Issues Treated

    An underlying cause often brings about addiction. Mental disorders can lie at the center, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or anxiety disorder. As well as the cause of the addiction, a dual diagnosis by Capital District Psychiatric helps to treat the addiction. This ensures that after treatment is complete, the patient will not fall back on old practices.

    Dual Diagnosis (Co-Occuring Disorders), Mental Health 

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Dual-Diagnosis, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    When remaining at their job in Schenectady, or continuing their studies, the individual may live with their family while utilizing Capital District Psychiatric‘s outpatient services. Treatment requires counseling the patient at the individual level, in a group setting, about substance addiction, drugs, and therapy sessions.

    Capital District Psychiatric‘s Therapies & Programs

    During individual therapy at Capital District Psychiatric in Schenectady, New York, the person in recovery meets with a therapist one-on-one to go over the situation and learn from their mistakes. The counselor or therapist will use this time to address causes of an addiction, triggers, any type of mental issue or dual diagnosis, and aftercare plans. They will help fill in any gaps in future plans to give the person the best chances of attaining and maintaining long-term sobriety.

    Group therapy is a type of counseling at Capital District Psychiatric in Schenectady, NY that occurs between a bunch of strangers. The goal of group therapy sessions is to foster hope and a sense of belonging. It also helps to have people who can relate to what you’re going through. Good behaviors can also be contagious.

    As a means of managing pain that has plagued them in the past, many individuals turn to drugs and alcohol. Assault, negligence, the loss of a loved one, and other unfortunate events may involve trauma. This treatment, offered and administrated by Capital District Psychiatric in Schenectady, NY provides individuals the resources to cope with past traumas healthily.

    Dialectical behavioral therapy focuses on eliminating negative thoughts such as suicidal thoughts. It is useful in the treatment of patients with uncontrollable emotions. The term “dialectic” means the integration of opposites. In the substance abuse context, DBT refers to accepting the patient’s addiction.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is suitable for patients recovering from an addiction of any kind. This therapy modality strengthens a person’s ability to stay on top of their emotional state. CBT is also suitable for managing co-occurring disorders like depression and bipolar illness. It helps people in New York communicate and express their emotions well.

    Nutrition Therapy focuses on improving the emotional and physical health by diet, or Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). A diet low in certain nutrients can contribute to feelings that can trigger addiction or relapse. To cure the body and discourage addictive behavior, diet therapy encourages healthy eating.

    Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) helps smokers get nicotine into their system without resorting to smoking. NRT lowers down nicotine cravings, so the patient does not go through physical weakness. Capital District Psychiatric in Schenectady, New York couples NRT with counseling and other means of support giving long-term smokers a better chance of quitting.

    Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Dual-Diagnosis, Experiential Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), Nutrition Therapy, Outpatient Treatment (OP), Residential Long Term (>30 Days), Trauma Therapy

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at Capital District Psychiatric

    Experiential therapy involves having patients work through mental issues by engaging in real time activities. It moves away from traditional talk therapy having patients role play or use props to explore their issues and emotions. This treatment process, available at Capital District Psychiatric, helps people process trauma and emotion in a healthier fashion eliminating the need to turn to drugs and alcohol.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
  • Office of Mental Health – New York State Associated Centers

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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Capital District Psychiatric Location and Directions
    Address Information426 Franklin St
    Schenectady, New York 12305 Phone Number(518) 374-3403 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Schenectady, New York Addiction Information

    More than 2 million New Yorkers are currently suffering from some type of substance abuse and many of those are minors. Alcohol abuse, in particular, is prevalent among those underage. As a result of the high prices and regulation of prescription drugs, many New Yorkers turn to heroin instead. This has led to a serious heroin epidemic in the state.

    Schenectady, New York has some of the highest drug abuse statistics in the state. Drug-related deaths have been on a steady rise in recent years. Methamphetamine and prescription drug problems have been particularly hard to deal with in the Schenectady area. In 2012, 21.5% of all fatal car accidents in Schenectady County involved alcohol. Two of the most common forms of treatment are inpatient and outpatient rehab.

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