The Basics
Reading Health System of Reading, Pennsylvania offers short-term inpatient and outpatient substance abuse and co-occurring disorders treatment for adolescents and adults. The individualized treatments employ evidence-based and holistic approaches through detox, a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and step-down services, including aftercare.
Treatment and Staff
The programs for adolescents, adults and seniors vary slightly and are catered to meet the needs of each individual. Treatment begins with an in-depth assessment so the staff can develop a personalized plan. The adult tracks include detox, if needed (usually a seven-day, inpatient stay at the hospital), followed by the PHP, which meets Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 2 pm. The adolescent track is much less intense; it does not offer detox and its PHP meets only two days a week for a couple of weeks.
Programs work within the structure of group and individual counseling, using DBT, art therapy, nature therapy, animal-assisted therapy, trauma-informed care, psychoeducation and medication management (if needed). Some harm reduction options are also available.
The PHP commences mostly in a group setting, with one individual session a week. Groups address topics such as addiction as a disease and its lasting effects on the physical body and mental health, as well as relapse prevention techniques, coping skills and aftercare planning. Once a client shows progress, they can step down to less treatment days and hours.
Reading Health System offers specialty programs for clients with a dual diagnosis, which offers psychiatric assessments, electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and medication management. While it does not facilitate 12-step meetings, clients are encouraged to attend outside AA/NA for additional support.
The staff at Reading Health System includes physicians, nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists and LCSWs.
Extras
Reading Health System also offers a tobacco cessation program and an ongoing weekly aftercare group.
In Summary
Reading Health System offers personalized treatment for people struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders. It has programs for clients of all ages, which offer informed, evidenced-based care along with a range of holistic and harm reduction options. Reading Health System remains a valuable resource for those in area.
Reading Health System
Sixth Avenue and Spruce Street
West Reading, PA 19611
Reading Health System Cost: Sliding scale. Reach Reading Health System by phone at (484) 628-8000. Find Reading Health System on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest and LinkedIn
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