Austen Riggs Center Review
Located in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, Austen Riggs Center is an open and voluntary hospital-based continuum of care for adults with complex psychiatric problems. Recently rated one of the best psychiatric hospitals by U.S. News and World Report, Austen Riggs believes in treating the individual over the diagnosis, and offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes residential, outpatient services and aftercare. Founded in 1919, the facility’s mainstay approach is based on the client’s regular and voluntary participation of psychodynamic psychotherapy sessions.
Accommodations and Food
Residents stay in “the Inn,” the primary residence situated on the hospital’s main campus. The home resembles an old New England inn offers around-the-clock supervision, and with only 40 clients at a time the environment is both communal and private. There are three floors with private and semi-private rooms as well as common areas. Private bedrooms typically have private bathrooms and semi-private rooms with shared bathrooms. The Inn is equipped with plenty of amenities like a meditation area, a library and a state-of-the-art gym.
The Inn is equipped with a dining room where residents enjoy buffet-style meals. Clients with specific preferences and restrictions can be accommodated.
Treatment and Staff
Upon intake, clients undergo an intensive assessment that helps the staff determine the most effective treatment plan. From there, clients begin a six-week treatment phase that includes individual psychodynamic psychotherapy sessions four times a week with a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist in order to uncover and treat the root issues. The facility offers family therapy, encourages clients to get involved with local support groups, as well as holistic methods like meditation and yoga.
The Austen Riggs Center team is comprised of therapists, psychopharmacologists, substance use counselors, social workers, a nutritionist, physical trainer and a nursing team. For clients in need of dual diagnosis support, medication management is available.
Extras
Austen Riggs invites local artists to teach clients visual arts, ceramics, woodworking and the theatre.
In Summary
Above all, Austen Riggs Center is world-class psychiatric hospital. The program spans a curriculum of residential, outpatient and aftercare. Founded in 1919, the treatment methods is time tested. For clients seeking a proven program and a vast, experienced and professional clinical and therapeutic team, Austen Riggs is a great option.
Austen Riggs Center Location
25 Main St
Stockbridge, MA 01262
Austen Riggs Center Cost
Call for cost. Reach Austen Riggs Center by phone at (800) 517-4447 or by email at info@austenriggs.net. Find Austen Riggs Center on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn
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