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Admissions FAQ
What are the steps of the admissions process?
Do you offer financial assistance?
Yes, we offer scholarship forms for families in need.
What are your private pay costs?
Mental Health Primary PHP- $40,000 for 10 weeks. For substance clients- 44,500 for 10 weeks. 8weeks of IOP for mental health primary- 22,450. 8weeks of IOP for substance client $26,050.
How is The Berman Center different from other programs?
Our individualized care truly focused on the client’s direct needs daily. We believe in a soul to soul connection where clients can develop their sense of self while belonging to a supportive community.
What if my loved one is not ready for treatment but needs it?
We will set up a tour and discuss client needs. We try to speak to potential clients about their willingness or resistence. We will provide resources to help families navigate if the potential client is unwilling to voluntarily begin treatment.
What happens if I have a pending legal issue?
We asses to make sure that we are the most appropriate fit. We are happy to help clients work through any legal issues and provide documentation as long as they are not violent charges.
What happens if I need transportation assistance getting to treatment?
We do not provide transportation.
What if a client has work or school? Can you work around my schedule?
We encourage prospective clients to prioritize their treatment. The benefit of IOP level of care is that you have the ability to maintain various responsibilities while getting treatment. We can also work with schools and employers for short term disabilities or FMLA. We do have a set structure and commitment but we are happy to accommodate where we can.
Clinical FAQ
What therapies do you provide?
How often do clients attend therapy?
PHP is 5 days a week from 10am-3:30pm. IOP is 3 days a week from 10am-1pm
What aftercare programs do you provide?
Both the Berman Center and Ignite have alumni groups that meet bi-weekly.
Do you have an alumni program? What does that entail?
Yes, both programs have an alumni program. The Berman center alumni group is called TRIBE. We meet twice a month on Wednesday evenings. One night is an informal process group where alumni can share successes and struggles in a supportive community. The other night is an outside activity paid for by The Berman Center. We have done escape rooms, bowling, painting classes, The Botanical Gardens, etc. Ignite at The Berman Center also has an alumni group that meets weekly for continued community connection for the adolescents.
How long can I expect to be in treatment?
Our Partial Hospitalization Program is a 10 week commitment. 4 weeks of PHP and 6 weeks of IOP. Our IOP program is an 8 week commitment. We typically recommend a step down process in addition to programming. The step down process is a helpful transition for clients to adjust back into their routine. Step down’s vary in length and are an additional fee.
Is my treatment confidential?
Yes.
How many times a week will I receive individual therapy?
Individual therapy is once a week.
How will my family participate in treatment?
We offer and encourage family therapy every other week. We also have two weekly virtual family groups. One of which is a process group for families to discuss their needs. The other group is a focused skills group to review what the clients are working on each week.
Is there a Psychiatrist on staff?
Yes, two psychiatrists and a psychiatric nurse practitioner.
IOP Facility
What amenities does your facility have?
Are clients allowed to use technology (phones or laptops) while in the program?
Yes.
Are there outings?
We have a lot of interactive and exciting electives but we do not leave the property with clients.
Is there a group lounge or place to spend down time?
Yes, we have a cafe with booths. We have a pacman machine and a shuffleboard. Ignite has a teen lounge with a TV, ping pong table and comfortable seating.
Do you provide meals?
We provide lunch for our Partial Hospitalization Program clients.