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Wernersville State Hospital

Wernersville State Hospital

Drug Rehab Center in Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania

  • Mental Health
  • Eating Disorder
  • Dual Diagnosis

Wernersville State Hospital provides individualized addiction treatment services in a home-like setting, utilizing both evidence-based and holistic approaches, and specializes in helping those with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

About This Pennsylvania Facility

Wernersville State Hospital (WSH) is an inpatient treatment center located in Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1875, WSH offers a comprehensive and individualized approach to addiction treatment, including physical, emotional and behavioral care. The staff at WSH specialize in helping those with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, as well as those struggling with blood-borne infections. This private facility provides a home-like setting, with round-the-clock supervision and 24-hour access to medical staff.

WSH offers a number of services to help individuals with addiction and substance abuse, from evidence-based treatments such as cognitive-behavioral therapy to more holistic approaches like yoga, Tai Chi and acupuncture. They also have an array of support groups for individuals to connect with peers in treatment and better understand their addiction. In addition, WSH provides medical detoxification and medication-assisted treatments such as Suboxone and Vivitrol.

WSH is accredited by the Joint Commission and is licensed by the state of Pennsylvania. As a testament to the quality of care they offer, WSH was awarded the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities in 2018. The facility is committed to providing the highest quality of care to those struggling with addiction and is proud to offer a number of specialized programs, including young adult and sexual addiction services as well as a dedicated veterans program.

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

    People with dual diagnosis have coexisting addiction and a mental disorder. 9.2 million US adults had a co-occurring disorder in 2018, so not just limited to Pennsylvania residents. Best treatment combines medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy), support group, and inpatient rehabilitation. Sometimes, complementary therapies – yoga, massage, and acupuncture – may also be used.

    Levels of Care Offered at Wernersville State Hospital

    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 rehab means living at the Womelsdorf, PA facility while all aspects of an addiction or co-occurring disorder get addressed. This helps limit the distractions and increase the focus on recovery. Typical inpatient rehab stays are approximately one month long.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual professional counseling or individual therapy refers to the one-on-one interaction between a patient and his or her counselor at Wernersville State Hospital in Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania. 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 Womelsdorf, PA and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at Wernersville State Hospital. 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 Wernersville State Hospital 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. Wernersville State Hospital aims to help patients understand the connection between their feelings, emotions, and behaviors and provide them with the tools to make a difference in Womelsdorf, PA. 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.

    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 Wernersville State Hospital 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 Wernersville State Hospital

    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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    Wernersville State Hospital Location and Directions
    Address Information160 Main St
    Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania 19567 Phone Number(610) 670-4100 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Womelsdorf, 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.

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