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University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center

University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center

Drug Rehab Center in Elyria, Ohio

  • Mental Health
  • Eating Disorder
  • Dual Diagnosis

University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center provides comprehensive and evidence-based treatment for addiction and substance abuse, offering services such as evaluations, inpatient and outpatient treatment, medication-assisted treatment, psychiatric care, and complementary therapies like yoga and massage.

About This Ohio Facility

University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center, located in Elyria, Ohio, is an Addiction Treatment Facility that was established in 1993. The facility specializes in providing treatment for individuals suffering from a Dual Diagnosis, Eating Disorder, and Mental Health issues. As an accredited facility by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center maintains a high standard of care and professionalism. They accept Private Health Insurance, ensuring that individuals can access the necessary treatment services.

At University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center, individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse can find a range of comprehensive services. They offer Dual-Diagnosis treatment, focusing on both mental health and addiction issues, to address the unique needs of each individual. With Inpatient Levels of Care, the facility provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals in need of intensive treatment. Through their specialized programs, they strive to help individuals overcome addiction and build a foundation for long-term recovery.

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

    JCAHO

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance use disorder falls under two categories: Alcohol or Drug Abuse and Drug Dependence. An individual suffering from a substance use disorder and mental health disorders is said to have a co-occurring disorder or a dual disorder.

    Individuals with substance use disorders and mental health problems are said to suffer from a ‘dual diagnosis’. The most frequently identified mental health issues found in individuals with substance use disorders include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder.

    Levels of Care Offered at University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center

    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.

    Inpatient treatment for addiction is generally not as scary as it might sound. It is a way to find recovery while being in a supportive and controlled environment. The duration of treatment at University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center in Elyria can be different based on each individual. Many can leave after 28 days; some may stay a few months, and others may stay six months or longer.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual professional counseling or individual therapy refers to the one-on-one interaction between a patient and his or her counselor at University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center in Elyria, Ohio. 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 Elyria, OH and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center. 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 University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center managing individual or group counseling or both. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.

    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.

    Nutrition therapy, also called medical nutrition therapy (MNT), addresses the unique needs of the recovering person’s diet. Due to addiction’s devastating toll on a person’s physical health, healthy eating must be addressed as soon as therapy starts. A good diet helps boosts a recovering person’s ability to fully participate in University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center therapy.

    Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is a treatment that helps people to quit smoking. In nicotine replacement therapy, a controlled amount of nicotine is provided in the form of gums, patches, or sprays. They do not contain the harmful chemicals usually found in tobacco products. NRT reduces the withdrawal symptoms by giving nicotine in low doses. However, NRT provides relief only from the physical withdrawal symptoms. The emotional and psychological aspects of quitting needs to be treated separately. While NRT is safe for most adults, teens and pregnant women should not undergo NRT. Research shows that the use of NRT doubles the chances of quitting smoking.

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center

    Experiential therapy works by using tools and activities to recreate past experiences. Role-playing, arts and crafts, music, animal care, rock climbing, etc. are some of the activities used in this therapy. It is different from medication and talk therapy and suits those who have difficulty expressing themselves.

    Payment Options Accepted

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  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
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    Additional Details

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    University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center Location and Directions
    Address Information630 E River St
    Elyria, Ohio 44035 Phone Number(440) 329-7596 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Elyria, Ohio Addiction Information

    Ohio is suffering from a drug abuse problem that is costing thousands of its residents their lives every single year. Opioids, particularly Fentanyl and heroin, are the leading drugs in the state. The state ranks in the top 10 for illicit use of painkillers. Opioid-related overdose rates in Ohio are by far some of the highest in the country.

    Elyria, Ohio, has been significantly impacted by drug addiction and abuse. Drug addiction and abuse can also have a significant impact on families. In the past five years, 52 opioid-related deaths happened in Elyria, Ohio. 1 million people had used marijuana, and over 580,000 had used heroin. Over 9,000 drug abuse cases were reported to poison control centers in 2016. 12-step programs are free and open to anyone struggling with addiction.

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