Alpine Special Treatment Center Clinical Program Description
Individuals in need of treatment at Alpine Special Treatment Center are those who suffer from a severe, profound or chronic mental illness. Within this 24-hour structured environment the opportunity for stabilization, goal development, and independence can occur. Our dual diagnosis treatment services address both psychiatric and co-occurring disorders to promote an increase in wellness. The program model for Alpine Special Treatment Center can be best defined as Person-Centered and is characterized by the belief that the individual is viewed as a whole, unique, person and has valuable input into the treatment he/she is receiving. This model fosters empathy, empowerment, autonomy, and growth. For each person, individual treatment interventions are formulated based on his/her stage of recovery, the level of acuteness, diagnosis, and motivation for treatment. We offer a person-centered/solution-focused approach to treatment that will encourage holistic well-being.
Alpine Special Treatment Center Clinical Program services includes:
- Psychiatric Assessment and Continual Evaluation
- Psychological Assessment and Continual Evaluation
- Planned treatment team meetings with families, case mangers, and mental health professionals to provide a cohesive network of care
- 1:1 therapy by licensed clinical psychologist if necessary
- 24-hour registered nursing care with continual assessment
- Motivational interviewing framework in all psychosocial classes and groups
- The teaching of specific skill building and relaxation techniques
- Recreational Activities
- Medication management
- Nutritional education
- Registered Dietician Assessment
- Peer Counseling
- Community reintegration emphasis to help maintain the individual’s stabilization once discharged from the facility
- Mental health technicians who aid in the assistance of individuals daily living skills
Alpine Special Treatment Center implements a token economy system to help as well as encourage the individual in taking an active role in their personalized treatment, recovery, and wellness through the use of rewards, incentives, and positive reinforcement. In addition, the individual’s multidisciplinary team works from the date of admission through discharge to develop an aftercare plan. This ensures a successful transition to a lesser level of care upon discharge. Moreover, ASTCI monitors the overall care planning throughout the client’s treatment in order to ensure he/she receive maximum benefit from the services provided. Specific staff coordinates with community support professionals for continuity of care.
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