Yale Behavioral Health Services Hamden
About Yale Behavioral Health Services Hamden
Yale Behavioral Health Services at Hamden is a licensed outpatient substance use and mental health treatment provider in Hamden, Connecticut that is operated through Yale University’s Department of Psychiatry.
The clinic offers integrated care for serious mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Care is delivered by board certified psychiatrists.
Medical Detox and Medication Management
The clinic provides outpatient psychiatric and clinical treatment which includes intake with evaluation and crisis intervention with customized recovery plans. Services include counseling.
Detoxification is offered with medication evaluation and management followed by peer support and integrated treatment for disorders that co-occur.
The clinic serves adults with serious mental health and substance use conditions. They place an emphasis on severe behavioral health disorders but clients with conditions that co-occur receive care within an integrated stage based framework.
Recovery Oriented and Evidence Based Treatment
Care is recovery oriented and evidence based. The program includes trauma informed treatment and crisis intervention with psychosocial rehabilitation focused on recovery related life skills delivered within a cognitive behavioral framework.
Yale Behavioral Health Services at Hamden operates an outpatient clinic at 95 Circular Avenue in Hamden, Connecticut and primarily serve residents of the Town of Hamden.
Reduced Fees With Grant Funds
Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and Town of Hamden grants help the clinic serve uninsured residents. A reduced fee is available for Hamden residents with limited ability to pay.
Yale Behavioral Health Services at Hamden brings Yale affiliated integrated behavioral health care to the local Hamden community.
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In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations. |
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction. |
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Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems. |
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Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
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Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
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Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
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Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
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Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
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Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
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Payment Assistance
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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Military Insurance
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Private Insurance
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Self Pay
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Levels of Care
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations.
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction.
Detox Service Setting
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
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Kimberly Hawkins holds a Masters degree in Computing and Information Sciences from East Tennessee State University. She is also a freelance writer specializing in content related to mental health, addiction recovery, and overall wellness. On Valentine’s Day of 2024, Kimberly’s only sibling passed away of an accidental drug overdose. Since then, Kimberly has become a passionate advocate for addiction recovery awareness and support.
Detox.com regularly reviews this listing for accuracy but changes may occur between updates. For the most up-to-date information, please contact Yale Behavioral Health Services Hamden.