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Eastern State Hospital

Eastern State Hospital

Drug Rehab Center in Lexington, Kentucky

  • Mental Health
  • Dual Diagnosis

Eastern State Hospital in Kentucky offers a range of inpatient and outpatient services for mental health care, substance abuse, and traumatic brain injury recovery, with a team of medical staff providing a highly individualized, comprehensive treatment approach tailored to each patient.

About Eastern State Hospital in Kentucky

Eastern State Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky is a leading center for mental health and substance abuse treatment. The hospital provides a full range of inpatient and outpatient services focusing on mental health care, alcohol and drug abuse, and traumatic brain injury recovery. Their medical staff consists of psychiatrists, psychologists, registered nurses, social workers, and certified alcohol and drug counselors who offer a combination of group, individual and family therapies. Eastern State Hospital strives to provide a highly individualized and comprehensive treatment approach that is tailored to each patient, considering the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of addiction.

Eastern State Hospital is committed to providing quality care for individuals struggling with chemical dependency, mental health, and addiction. Through a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, pharmacological intervention, and trauma-informed care, patients are supported in creating healthy coping strategies and striving towards lasting recovery. The hospital also offers a variety of chemical dependency programs that are designed to meet the diverse needs of the community. This includes specialized treatment programs for young adults, adolescents, and families affected by substance abuse.

Eastern State Hospital has been accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations since 1978, as well as licensed by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services Division of Behavioral Health. The hospital staff has won several awards, including the 2015 Outstanding Clinical Program Award from the Kentucky Mental Health Association, and the Bluegrass Addictions Awareness and Recovery Alliance Excellence in Service Award in 2013. Eastern State Hospital also offers a variety of continuing education opportunities for addiction and mental health professionals, as well as workshops and educational classes for the community.

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

    A “dual diagnosis” is when the individual has two medical issues at the same time. The top co-occurring mental disorders with addiction are depression, anxiety, ADHD, bi-polar disorder. Addiction is also considered a mental illness that is not a choice but rather a medical condition. Addiction can be caused by any number of underlying issues.

    Dual diagnosis is provided by Eastern State Hospital to treat addictive tendencies as well as any untreated mental illnesses. This ensures successful long term health and recovery for patients after treatment has been completed.

    Dual diagnosis is provided by Eastern State Hospital to treat addictive tendencies as well as any untreated mental illnesses for people in Kentucky. This ensures successful long term health and recovery for patients after treatment has been completed.

    Levels of Care Offered

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

    Going to an inpatient rehab facility means living there while all aspects of addiction or co-occurring disorder get addressed. The treatment involves medical supervision, therapy, and future planning.

    This type of rehabilitation provides a drug-free environment for people who struggle with chronic/long-term addiction without having access to drugs outside the center (or their own home). It takes away any distractions because they live there 24 hours per day. If someone is trying to break out old habits, which could lead them back into substance abuse, things like jobs or school can be put on hold until after they complete their stay to focus solely on recovery.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual therapy is a form of counseling where you meet with a trained professional one-on-one. Meeting with a therapist in this setting allows for a personal and trusting relationship to be built. This allows the patient to open up about sensitive or private issues they may not feel comfortable discussing in a group. Individual therapy helps identify the root causes of your addiction, which can help prevent relapse.

    Couples therapy for drug addiction is a unique form of therapy that allows family members to work through the emotional issues of their loved one’s addiction together. Family members can support each other while learning how to cope with the addiction and encourage healthy changes. The two will work with a therapist to learn how the addiction affects themselves and the relationship.

    Family therapy is often done alongside drug treatment to help addicts stay sober. The goal of family therapy for drug addiction is to create an environment where communication can happen without judgment, hostility, or blame. The therapist will sit with the family so they can learn how to communicate differently and provide new tools for dealing with emotions so that people don’t want to drink or do drugs. It’s important for families to focus on relapse prevention plans during treatment so that if the addict feels like they want to use again, they’ll know what steps they need to take together to prevent it from happening again in the future.

    Group therapy sessions are another common addiction recovery service. These group sessions typically involve six to 12 addicts who meet regularly with a trained professional for support and guidance.

    During these sessions, the group shares their experiences with one another and provides feedback that can help each member avoid relapse or overcome specific obstacles they are facing in their recovery process. With this type of support and guidance, addicts can feel like they are part of a community that understands their struggles and will help them get through the hard times.

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy was developed in the 1980s to treat chronically suicidal individuals. It is a cognitive-behavioral therapy that combines standard DBT with strategies derived from Zen Buddhism, such as mindfulness training.

    DBT has been adapted for use with other types of psychiatric problems, including eating disorders, substance abuse disorders, borderline personality disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other personality disorders. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is considered a psychosocial treatment of BPD. This means that while it can be used alone or in conjunction with drug treatments, DBT does not rely on medications to treat the disorder. Instead, DBT aims to help patients change their thinking and behavior.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the underlying thoughts and behaviors that caused the problem of addiction in the first place and may cause a relapse. Negative feelings are common in drug abuse disorders, but they can lead to co-occurring disorders if not recognized. CBT involves strategies that help to change the behavior pattern by restructuring negative thoughts into positive ones. It helps to remove these feelings, and it provides long-term benefits. Also, CBT promotes self-awareness and self-control. It can be administered as a monotherapy or as part of combination therapy.

    CBT can improve the patient’s mood, reduce drug cravings and boost success rates on treatment plans. Regular practice can help individuals handle negative attitudes, thoughts, and feelings without turning to drugs or alcohol. The core belief of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is that one’s moods, behaviors, and actions are all connected. Individuals can improve their quality of life using CBT. It helps addicts understand the patterns of thought and feelings that cause them to use drugs or alcohol and develop a healthy response.

    Medical nutrition therapy for addiction helps patients at Eastern State Hospital avoid “trigger” foods. Someone who craves alcohol may be sugar addicted. Eating a balanced diet with adequate protein, vegetables, and fruit can help reduce drinking urges.

    MNT is a type of addiction treatment that teaches patients about healthy eating habits while counseling them. These sessions include meal planning, cooking demonstrations, shopping tips, grocery store tours, and food education.

    Nicotine replacement therapy is a drug treatment that allows people to get the effects of nicotine without chewing or smoking. The therapy is often done with a patch, and doses of nicotine are reduced until nicotine is no longer needed. NRT helps smokers get nicotine into their system without resorting to smoking, and it has been shown to be an effective way to help people quit smoking. Coupling NRT with counseling and other means of support gives long-term smokers a better chance of removing their unhealthy habit.

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at Eastern State Hospital

    Drug addiction causes the formation of abnormal connections between neurons in the brain to form due to repeated exposure to drugs. These connections are responsible for addictive behaviors to drugs. Experiential therapy is done with patients individually and is different from traditional talk therapy. This therapy can help people revisit past traumas, heal, and move on in life in a more authentic way.

    Experiential therapy uses activities to recreate experiences that may have caused trauma or negative emotions. These activities include role-playing, arts and crafts, animal care, music, or rock climbing. The individual will gradually experience calmness and love and change their perception positively through this therapy. Other than drug addiction, experiential therapy can be helpful for behavioral or eating disorders.

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    Additional Details

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    Eastern State Hospital Location and Directions
    Address Information1350 Bull Lee Road
    Lexington, Kentucky 40511 Phone Number(859) 246-8000 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Lexington, Kentucky Addiction Information

    Kentucky ranks among the top ten states for opioid-related overdoses. Most of these are due to heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioid use. A little over 11% of the Kentucky population abuses alcohol in a given year. More than 15% of Kentucky adults admit to participating in binge drinking every month.

    Lexington, Kentucky has a moderate drug addiction and abuse problem. 6.7% of Lexington residents over the age of 12 abused drugs in 2014. The most commonly abused substances were alcohol, followed by cocaine, and heroin. In Lexington, there were 1,013 drug-related emergency room visits in 2016. The most important thing to remember when looking for drug rehab is that every individual is different and will require a different approach to treatment.

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