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The Academy Schools

The Academy Schools

Drug Rehab Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

  • Opioid Addiction
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

The Academy Schools is a state-licensed addiction treatment facility located in Pittsburgh, PA which offers comprehensive services such as Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, and Outpatient Levels of Care to assist individuals and their families battling Addiction, Substance Abuse,mental health, and dual diagnosis issues, and is accredited by CARF and accepts Private Health Insurance.

About This Pittsburgh, PA Facility

The Academy Schools is a highly accredited treatment facility located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. With CARF accreditation and a State License, this facility is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals suffering from alcoholism, opioid addiction, dual diagnosis, drug addiction, substance abuse, and mental health disorders. The Academy Schools offers a range of levels of care, including inpatient and outpatient programs, which allow individuals to receive personalized treatment based on their specific needs. They also provide aftercare support to ensure patients have a successful transition back into their daily lives.

At The Academy Schools, individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse can find a wide array of services to support their recovery. Their programs focus on dual diagnosis, addressing both mental health disorders and addiction simultaneously. Through their drug rehab services, patients receive evidence-based treatment approaches tailored to their unique circumstances. The Academy Schools also prioritize aftercare support, helping individuals maintain their progress and prevent relapse after completing their treatment program. With a strong emphasis on holistic and comprehensive care, this facility aims to empower individuals to overcome their addiction and achieve long-lasting recovery.

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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
  • Accreditations

    State License

    CARF

    The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Opioid addiction treatment facilities in Pennsylvania, like The Academy Schools cover both illegal and prescription opioids abuse. Most plans include detoxification and subsequent medications to ease the process. Behavioral therapies and counseling are also necessary to resolve the root cause of addiction.

    A dual diagnosis is when someone deals with both alcohol and mental or emotional disorder. Emotional trauma, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression can be part of dual diagnosis therapy. It must happen simultaneously to get care for these conditions to handle any of them effectively.

    Alcohol Abuse, Dual Diagnosis (Co-Occuring Disorders), Opioid Addiction 

    Levels of Care Offered

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

    Inpatient treatment takes place when a patient checks into a rehab facility. Patients at The Academy Schools receive round the clock care that includes detoxing and therapy. Although outpatient treatments are available, inpatient care is recommended as the first step in rehabilitation. The intensive and comprehensive treatment sets patients on a path for drug free living.

    An outpatient treatment program is set up to help with alcohol or drug addiction, or a co-occurring disorder. The patient must attend the Pennsylvania facility for their therapy and other programs but are able to return home each night. The frequency of mandatory attendance decreases after much of The Academy Schools‘s program is complete.

    Treatment is just the first step to maintaining sobriety. After treatment, aftercare support at The Academy Schools helps the individual adjust to a life without substances. This support may involve a sober living home in or near Pittsburgh, PA, career counseling, or educational assistance. This is when a relapse prevention plan begins to take shape.

    The Academy Schools‘s Therapies & Programs

    Treatment programs include individual therapy for the greatest chances of success. Customized individual therapy is counseling involving you and your The Academy Schools counselor. Individual therapy leads to greater peace and understanding about your triggers for addiction.

    Results have proven the positive impact of family therapy on a recovering patient’s journey to sobriety. Patients at The Academy Schools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania who receive generous support from their loved ones have better chances of completing their recovery process and maintaining their sobriety.

    When family members are more proactive and involved in the treatment procedure, it encourages the patient to advance his or her progress. Moreover, it shouldn’t be ignored that genetics play a role when it comes to addiction, so it’s better to approach the problem as a unit. Also, with proper education, family members can help an individual avoid addiction triggers and guide him or her in making lifestyle changes necessary for his or her sobriety.

    Group therapy may occur on an inpatient or outpatient basis and involves groups of clients who have no pre-existing relationships outside the group. Group therapy differs from support groups in two primary ways: group therapy is a kind of psychotherapy and is moderated by a professional therapist at The Academy Schools in Pennsylvania.

    It has been said that unhealed trauma is the root of most addictions. Trauma therapy is a way of addressing trauma while in a safe situation in order to heal. Healing past traumas and introducing coping strategies are strong foundations for sustained recovery from addiction. This may involve individual or group counseling or both, in a Pittsburgh, PA facility. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that 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 substance abuse disorders, and if not recognized, they can cause co-occurring disorders.

    CBT involves strategies that help to change the thinking and behavioral pattern by cognitive restructuring. In simple terms, it helps to remove negative thoughts and provides long-term benefits. Also, CBT promotes self-awareness, self-control, and healthy ways to respond to negative thoughts. It can be administered as a mono-therapy as well as a part of combination therapy.

    In the midst of an addiction certain healthy habits and behaviors can be forgotten or discarded altogether. While in treatment you will learn life skills that will help you successfully maintain sobriety and rebuild your life in Pittsburgh, PA. Some examples of this are time management, social skills, nutrition, hygiene, stress management and taking care of yourself.

    Aftercare, Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Experiential Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Inpatient Treatment, Life Skills, Outpatient Treatment (OP), Trauma Therapy

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at The Academy Schools

    Experential therapy is a unique type of therapy that deals with the subconscious mind. This treatment offered by The Academy Schools in Pittsburgh, PA encourages individuals to work out their issues with their inner self. Some of the most common examples of experiential therapy are equine therapy, music therapy, adventure therapy, and role playing.

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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    The Academy Schools Location and Directions
    Address Information900 Agnew Rd
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15227 Phone Number(412) 885-5200 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Addiction Information

    Pennsylvania ranks 14th in the nation for drug-related deaths. More than 10% of all deaths in Pennsylvania have been related to drugs and alcohol. 30% of Pennsylvania youth reportedly drink alcohol monthly, with more than 20,000 teenagers having an alcohol problem. The rate of opioid misuse in Pennsylvania is double the national average.

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been hit hard by the opioid epidemic. About 24,000 people in Pittsburgh struggle with drug addiction. In the city, there were 9,813 overdose deaths in 2016. Alcohol is a factor in more than 38% of all traffic fatalities in Pittsburgh. There are plenty of drug treatment centers in the area to help you get your life back on track.

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