Griffin Hospital Behavioral Health
130 Division Street
Derby, CT 06418
About Griffin Hospital Behavioral Health
Griffin Hospital’s Behavioral Health department in Derby, Connecticut offers addiction treatment to adults aged 18 and older, including couples and families, regardless of gender, ethnicity or background. Dual diagnosis individuals and those with concurrent mental health issues are also accommodated here. Medicare and Medicaid are accepted as well as various commercial insurance providers, self pay options, financial assistance and even free care for those eligible.
The hospital offers both behavioral and psychiatric services complete with clinical assessments and a full range of ongoing treatments. They also aim to empower individuals by educating them about their substance abuse disorder and addiction so they can further engage in their recovery journey. Inpatient, intensive outpatient and outpatient behavioral health and substance abuse programs are available. The hospital’s inpatient and behavioral health unit is a 14-bed adult and geriatric short term treatment space. Here clients will receive evaluation and crisis oriented treatment.
Intensive outpatient care is available for dual diagnosis individuals. It is extremely goal oriented and involves thorough diagnostic assessments, treatment coordination, family involvement, wellness and addiction education and individualized treatment plans. Group psychotherapy and individual methods are used along with medications if necessary. The team can refer clients to community resources including a primary care contact, case management services and more. Standard outpatient care also involves consultation services, crisis care and therapy services.
Medication assisted treatment is also offered using FDA approved medicines including
buprenorphine, injectable naltrexone, Suboxone maintenance and Vivitrol. Clients can also access crisis intervention services and specialized opioid treatment services.
The staff at Griffin aims to match clients to suitable treatment programs and intensities. The team is made up of certified addiction counselors and psychiatrists who regularly review whether clients need to be moved up or down levels of care. They will make sure you’re on the right treatment path for your needs.