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Central Iowa Psychological Services

Central Iowa Psychological Services

Drug Rehab Center in Ames, Iowa

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Mental Health
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

Central Iowa Psychological Services provides a comprehensive and personalized drug rehab program in Ames, IA that includes individual and group therapy, family counseling, educational seminars, and aftercare services such as alumni programs, relapse prevention planning, and 24/7 support to help individuals achieve long-term sobriety.

About This Iowa Facility

Central Iowa Psychological Services is an Ames, Iowa based clinic that offers specialized treatments and therapies for those struggling with opioid addiction, substance abuse, drug addiction, alcoholism, and mental health conditions. This clinic provides services such as aftercare support, drug rehab, intensive outpatient, outpatient, and detox, as well as treatment plans tailored to meet the individual needs of those in its care.

Clients of Central Iowa Psychological Services are supported by experienced and certified clinical staff that are equipped to safely and effectively treat a variety of mental health and addiction issues. Therapies such as dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma therapy, cognitive behavioral treatment, couples therapy, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, mindfulness based cognitive therapy, and children’s and adolescent counseling are used to provide the support and guidance needed to achieve healthy recovery and long-term success. Central Iowa Psychological Services also accepts private health insurance and telehealth services for greater convenience, affordability, and accessibility for their care.

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

    Substance abuse typically leads to addiction, which requires specialized treatment programs at Central Iowa Psychological Services to address. Many people benefit from inpatient drug rehabilitation, which includes inpatient acute care and residential rehabilitation. Other levels of care include intensive outpatient therapy, individual counseling, and support groups. Family therapy is also an essential part of treatment for substance abuse.

    A combination of treatments is often needed to treat drug abuse issues effectively. In the case of drug abuse, there is no easy answer or one-size-fits-all cure.

    Levels of Care Offered at Central Iowa Psychological Services

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Detox is a drug rehab process that is designed to remove the drug addict from the drug safely. The problem with solely using detox as a sobriety tool is that it alone provides no therapy or counseling. If a person goes through detox and returns to their everyday life, they may begin using again once the detox has worn off.

    Detox does not help with cravings, so for some addicts, this can be extremely difficult and should be both done and supervised by medical professionals. Aftercare is crucial, so selecting a facility that offers additional services is important.

    An Intensive Outpatient Program like what’s offered at Central Iowa Psychological Services, targets those who need intensive treatment but would rather get it in the comfort of their homes. The treatment programs vary in duration and intensity. They can be tailored to suit the patient’s needs.

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

    Aftercare support involves the support given to a Ames, Iowa patient after they complete treatment. It helps them adjust to normal life. It may include setting them up in a halfway house and enrolling them in programs like Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Central Iowa Psychological Services‘s patients may also be provided with career training to help them get back into the job force.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual professional counseling or individual therapy refers to the one-on-one interaction between a patient and his or her counselor at Central Iowa Psychological Services in Ames, Iowa. Individual therapy allows for more privacy, one that group interactions can’t provide. It makes it easier for the counselor and the patient to deal with the central issues, which are likely the culprits of substance addiction.

    Couples therapy aims to rebuild the trust between the partners. Partner’s involvement in the process will result in greater chances of treatment success. Couples therapy addresses financial issues, loss of trust, lack of intimacy, and physical abuse.

    Family therapy is a set of therapeutic approaches that assumes that the entire family is a system. It utilizes the strengths and resources of the family to help the patient refrain from resorting to substance abuse. The impact of substance abuse is not just on the patient but on the entire family. Family therapy ensures that the patient gets adequate support from the family members after the treatment making the recovery process sustainable

    • Family therapy guides all the members of the family to help the patient.
    • It helps to repair relationships and improve communication between family members.
    • It helps to keep the patient engaged and motivated throughout the treatment.

    Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Finding a peer group in Ames, IA and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at Central Iowa Psychological Services. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. The accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. This is generally introduced early in recovery and is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit.

    Trauma therapy is a way of addressing trauma while in a safe situation in order to heal. This may involve Central Iowa Psychological Services managing individual or group counseling or both. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.

    A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. It is intended for those who are vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Central Iowa Psychological Services aims to help patients understand the connection between their feelings, emotions, and behaviors and provide them with the tools to make a difference in Ames, IA. For those whose addictions and habits originate from severe mental health problems, it is beneficial.

    Negative feelings are common in substance abuse disorders. If not recognized, they can cause co-occurring disorders. CBT involves strategies that help to change the thinking and behavioral pattern. It can be administered as a monotherapy as well as a part of combination therapy.

    EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). It is a treatment method to work through traumatic memories to find resolution. This process utilized at Central Iowa Psychological Services can reframe damaging experiences into something less frightening and reduces the control those memories have over you. It may involve eye movement, hand tapping or other small movements. It may assist in a more rapid healing of these events than other methods.

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  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Central Iowa Psychological Services Location and Directions
    Address Information223 South Walnut Avenue
    Ames, Iowa 50010 Phone Number(515) 233-1122 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Ames, Iowa Addiction Information

    Iowa ranks 2nd lowest in the nation for illicit drug use, but 12% of its residents are still using these drugs every single year. Methamphetamines account for more than 90% of all drug-related prison admissions in Iowa. Alcohol is the most widely abused substance in the state, with 23% of residents admitting to heavy drinking.

    According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, in 2012, 5.1% of Ames residents reported using illicit drugs. Additionally, 9.5% of Ames residents reported binge drinking. The most common drugs involved in overdose deaths were opioids (heroin and prescription pain relievers), followed by cocaine and methamphetamine. The treatment process can vary depending on the person's needs and situation. Therapy can help you learn how to cope with cravings and triggers.

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