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East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health

East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health

Drug Rehab Center in Metairie, Louisiana

  • Mental Health

East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health in Metairie, Louisiana provides integrated, evidence-based treatment for adults and adolescents with psychiatric and substance abuse needs, offering a range of services including psychiatric evaluations, therapy, and addiction counseling.

About East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health in Louisiana

East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health is a comprehensive mental health facility located in Metairie, Louisiana. With a focus on integrated, evidence- based treatment, they provide a continuum of care for adults and adolescents with psychiatric and substance abuse needs. A multidisciplinary team of clinicians assess, diagnose, and provide comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each individual’s needs. They offer a wide range of evidence-based treatment modalities, including comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, individual, group, and family therapy, intensive outpatient programs, and partial hospitalization services.

East Jefferson Behavioral Health is an accredited facility, licensed by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals and certified by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. They specialize in the treatment of substance use disorders and related co-occurring disorders, providing addiction counseling, relapse prevention, and dual diagnosis support. Their treatment plans are specifically designed to meet the individual's needs, focusing on relapse prevention, aftercare planning, family education, and long-term recovery. They also offer medication management and substance abuse education to help patients overcome addiction.

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

    Levels of Care Offered

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

    The inpatient rehab at East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health promises an intense and effective treatment. Inpatient rehabs are particularly recommended for those with a severe addiction to drugs. Detoxing at a rehab center ensures that the patient receives 24-hour medical supervision to ensure the best possible chance of recovery. Medical staff is readily available to intervene in case of withdrawal symptoms or other complications. This is not the case with outpatient treatment, where patients may be discharged after the detoxification process is complete.

    Inpatient facilities provide residential and holistic treatment, with access to experienced medical professionals and rehab specialists. This ensures the best possible recovery and is recommended for patients with severe addiction seeking drug treatment.

    Therapies & Programs

    A person looking for drug recovery should know that group therapy is an essential tool. Group therapy provides accountability and friendship to people with addiction. It is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit. Group therapy occurs in a group setting as opposed to a one-on-one setting. It benefits patients by providing a feeling of support and letting them know they are not alone. Patients at East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health also learn to build trust and understanding and gain perspective through discussions.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapeutic treatment that is focused on changing negative ways of thinking that contribute to addictive behavior.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy is beneficial for:

    • People who are seeking to overcome addictive behavior
    • Those who struggle with addictive behavior and mental illness
    • People who have a genetic history of addiction in their family
    • Those who don’t want to depend on medications
    • Those who need a more practical treatment approach

    Thinking about nutrition is an odd thing when you’re strung out. You are probably so low physically that all you want to do is sleep, eat comfort food and get high again. It’s hard to imagine having enough energy to care about what kind of food you are eating but think about it. Your body has gone through some severe physical stress, so it is vital to give it the building blocks it needs to recover. It’s equally important to remember that malnutrition can affect your mood and energy level, which affects your desire to get sober.

    If you’re eating right, you’ll have more energy for productive activities, such as going to meetings or being with other sober people in Metairie, Louisiana. You’ll have more strength to fight cravings, and you won’t be so low that they are overwhelming. You will think clearly enough to make sober decisions. Finally, good nutrition helps keep your body strong against the familiar ravages of drug use–tuberculosis, hepatitis, abscesses, infections, etc.—as well as the physical symptoms of withdrawal.

    Nicotine replacement therapy can help addicts reduce or eliminate their cravings for nicotine. By replacing the harmful substances in tobacco with less potent chemicals, most smokers can gradually wean themselves off cigarettes without experiencing intense cravings.

    During these sessions, a therapist will work with the addict to gradually reduce their dependence on nicotine by controlling how much they smoke and providing appropriate breaks between cigarettes. Using this type of therapy in combination with other strategies can help smokers learn how to quit smoking for good and avoid relapse.

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health

    Experiential therapy is a type of therapy that has been found to be effective in the treatment of substance abuse. It is a “hands-on” approach, which can involve anything from acting to rock climbing. The individual must trust the therapist for this therapy to work. This therapy helps individuals revisit and heal from past traumas and has been used in various behavioral and eating disorders.

    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
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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    East Jefferson General Hospital Behavioral Health Location and Directions
    Address Information4200 Houma Blvd
    Metairie, Louisiana 70006 Phone Number(504) 503-4000 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Metairie, Louisiana Addiction Information

    Louisiana is one of the top ten states in the nation for opioid-related deaths. One in ten high school students admits to regularly using prescription opioids for non-medical purposes. More than 225,000 Louisiana residents admit to regular heavy drinking and around 6% of the Louisiana population abuses alcohol. Marijuana use in Louisiana is most common amongst teenagers between the ages of 12 and 17 years old.

    In Metairie, Louisiana, there were 9.4 drug overdose deaths per 100,000 people in 2016. Marijuana is Metairie's most commonly used drug, followed by prescription painkillers and cocaine. Drug addiction and abuse can also lead to lost productivity and economic problems. There are also several rehab centers in Metairie, LA, that can help people overcome their addiction. Some common treatments include 12-step programs, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or motivational enhancement therapy.

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