Program Overview
Mesilla Valley Hospital, situated in Las Cruces, New Mexico, offers a comprehensive range of behavioral health and substance abuse treatment services for both adolescents and adults and is dedicated to providing a secure and therapeutic environment. It ensures individualized care through a variety of mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Their commitment includes continuous care and support tailored to meet the specific needs of each patient.
Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
This program is designed for adolescents who require intensive therapy but can still participate in some daily activities at home. It serves as a step down from inpatient care or as an alternative to full hospitalization. The program includes structured therapeutic activities such as individual counseling, group therapy, educational sessions, and family involvement to address mental health issues while allowing the adolescent to maintain a connection with their community and family.
Adolescent Inpatient Program
The inpatient program caters to adolescents aged 7 to 17 who need acute care for severe mental health disorders, including drug and alcohol abuse. This program offers 24/7 supervised care in a secure environment. It focuses on stabilizing the adolescent’s condition through psychiatric assessment, medication management, individual and group therapy, and family counseling. The goal is to provide immediate relief from crisis situations and lay a foundation for long-term recovery.
Adult Substance Abuse Treatment Program
This program addresses the needs of adults struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Services include medical detox, inpatient rehabilitation, partial hospitalization, and outpatient treatment. Therapeutic approaches encompass individual and group therapy, family education and support, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR therapy for trauma, and relapse prevention strategies. The program is designed to support individuals at various stages of recovery, providing a continuum of care from initial detox to aftercare planning.
Adult Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
This program is tailored for adults who need intensive treatment but do not require 24-hour supervision. It serves as either a step-down from inpatient care or as a more intensive option than traditional outpatient services. The PHP includes various therapeutic activities like individual and group counseling, life skills training, psychoeducational groups, and medication management. The aim is to help patients achieve stability while still allowing them to return home each day.
Adult Inpatient Program
The Adult Inpatient Program at Mesilla Valley Hospital provides intensive, round-the-clock psychiatric care for adults experiencing acute mental health crises. This inpatient program is designed to offer a secure and therapeutic environment where patients can receive comprehensive psychiatric treatment.
Key Features of the Adult Inpatient Program:
- 24/7 Supervised Care: The program ensures continuous monitoring and supportive care by a team of qualified mental health professionals.
- Individualized Treatment Plans: Customized care plans are developed for each patient based on a thorough psychiatric assessment. These plans include a mix of therapeutic modalities tailored to meet individual needs.
- Psychiatric Evaluation and Medication Management: Each patient receives a thorough psychiatric evaluation and ongoing medication management to stabilize mental health conditions.
- Therapeutic Interventions:
- Individual Therapy: One-on-one sessions with licensed therapists to address personal challenges and develop coping strategies.
- Group Therapy: Facilitated group sessions that provide peer support and communal healing through sharing and collective activities.
- Family Therapy: Involvement of family members in the treatment process to address family dynamics and improve support systems.
- Educational Groups: Sessions focused on understanding mental health conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
- Crisis Stabilization: Immediate intervention for patients in crisis, aimed at stabilizing symptoms and transitioning to less intensive levels of care.
- Discharge Planning and Aftercare: Planning for a smooth transition back to community life, including referrals to outpatient programs and ongoing support structures to ensure continued recovery.
