Norfolk Mental Health

About Norfolk Mental Health

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction and mental health issues, the Norfolk Community Services Board Olney Road is here to help. We offer a variety of programs and services specifically designed to address the needs of those affected by addiction and mental illness, including dual diagnosis, young adult, adult, and elderly rehab, LGBTQ friendly rehab, military rehab, and outpatient rehab. In addition, we offer a range of therapeutic options such as cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, group therapy, individual therapy, and trauma therapy. No matter what your unique situation may be, we are here to help you on your journey to recovery.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Dual Diagnosis
For many people in Virginia, dual diagnosis treatment that addresses mental health and substance use is essential to their recovery. A successful recovery may require counseling, peer support, and even mental health medication to help you manage your mental health symptoms and find better coping strategies.
Young Adult Rehab
A young adult rehab in Virginia addresses the recovery needs of clients in this life stage and gives them the tools they need to succeed. Young adult programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more.
Adult Program
Adult program programs in Virginia address the specific needs of this stage of life. Adult programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more. In addition, they will help you navigate the challenges you face in daily life.
Senior Rehab
Adults who are older have different needs than younger generations. A senior rehab in Virginia can give you the tools you need to overcome addiction. Senior programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more. They will be tailored to take into account your unique individual needs.
LGBTQ Friendly Rehab
An LGBTQ+ friendly rehab in Virginia can help you achieve long-term recovery by minimizing stigma and giving you the tools you need to break free from addiction. In LGBTQ+ friendly program, the activities, peer support, and counseling are tailored to the unique needs of the community. This may include trauma-informed care, talking about safer sex practices and healthy relationships, and more.
Military Rehab
A military rehab in Virginia can address issues unique to service members and veterans, allowing you to create a better life for yourself. Military programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more. They will be tailored to take into account your unique individual needs, such as dealing with PTSD, survivor’s guilt, trauma, and more.
Opioid Treatment Program
Norfolk Mental Health operates an Opioid Treatment Program offering methadone maintenance alongside counseling and support services for adults dependent on opioids, delivered through the Norfolk Community Services Board.
Medication Assisted Treatment
Adult Medication Assisted Treatment combines methadone with required counseling and support services, helping individuals in Norfolk manage opioid use disorder through the Community Services Board’s OTP.
Adult Intensive Outpatient Services
This program provides a structured, higher-intensity outpatient option for adults in Norfolk needing more support than standard outpatient counseling for substance use concerns.
Adult Day Treatment
Adult Day Treatment through Norfolk Community Services Board offers daytime structured programming for adults working through substance use disorders while remaining in the community.
Prevention Services
Prevention Services offered by Norfolk Community Services Board provide education and support aimed at reducing substance use and promoting healthy lifestyles among community members in Norfolk.
Case Management Program
Adult Case Management assists individuals in Norfolk with accessing needed services and supports, helping coordinate substance use treatment and referrals within the Community Services Board system.

Insurance Coverage

Medicaid
When you’re planning to use Medicaid to pay for rehab in Virginia, there are a few details to keep in mind. Using Medicaid can allow you to access treatment without paying much, if anything, out of pocket. Be sure to find a center that accepts Medicaid and has the level of care you need.
Private insurance
Paying for rehab in Virginia can be done in multiple ways, including using private insurance. Contact your insurer to get details about coverage and out-of-pocket costs, such as deductibles and copayments.
Self-pay options
One way to pay for rehab in Virginia is using self-pay, where you write a check, use a medical loan, or send money to the center electronically. This gives you maximum flexibility in choosing the center you prefer. The fee structure may vary depending on the type of treatment.
Financial aid
If you’re struggling with the cost of rehab in Virginia, using financial aid programs can allow you to get the care you need. Finding aid programs takes some research. Look for community groups or nonprofits in your area that may offer assistance, or ask individual treatment centers if they offer scholarships and grants.
Sliding scale payment assistance
In Virginia, finding a rehab with a sliding scale payment plan can allow you to get the care you need. Centers make lower fee arrangements for those in need based on income and family size. You may need to provide documentation.
Medicare
If you have Medicare, you can use it to help pay for substance use treatment in Virginia. You’ll want to find out what treatment centers accept your plan and get the details on what out-of-pocket costs you might have, such as deductibles and copays.

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Rehab
Norfolk Community Services Board provides a full range of outpatient substance abuse services for adults, including intensive outpatient, day treatment, and standard outpatient counseling for alcohol and drug use disorders.

Therapies

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Receiving cognitive behavioral therapy in Virginia helps you identify your automatic interpretations of situations and how that impacts your behavior. CBT may include role-playing to help you imagine specific situations that might trigger a negative reaction so you can practice challenging automatic thoughts and choosing a more positive response.
Family Therapy
If you struggle with addiction in Virginia, it’s common to have broken and dysfunctional family relationships. Family therapy can help you address those issues and find support from your loved ones. During family therapy, you may talk about acceptance issues, past trauma, communication problems, and more. These discussions are facilitated by a professional who brings an unbiased perspective and can promote healthy communication.
Group Therapy
If you struggle with addiction in Virginia, it’s common to feel like no one understands you. Group therapy can help you find common perspectives and support. There are several goals in group therapy. Some sessions may be focused on education about a certain topic, while others allow clients to discuss a specific issue they face. Overall, the group members hold each other accountable and provide encouragement.
Individual Therapy
In Virginia, individual therapy allows you to work one-on-one with a professional to address your past experiences and substance use triggers. This support and accountability help you establish recovery. Individual therapy is only one element of rehab treatment, along with activities, peer support, group counseling, relapse prevention, and more. Together, all these methods support you in establishing long-term recovery.
Trauma Therapy
When you’ve experienced trauma, it’s natural to try to protect yourself from further harm. Trauma-informed therapy in Virginia can help you see how substance use is connected to your past experiences and how you can learn to care for yourself in healthier ways. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and trauma-informed therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients acknowledge past experiences, address their feelings, and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Individual Counseling
Norfolk Community Services Board offers individual counseling as part of its outpatient substance abuse services, helping adults address alcohol and drug use concerns through one-on-one sessions with clinical staff.
Group Counseling
Group counseling is provided through Norfolk Mental Health’s outpatient program, giving adults in Norfolk a structured setting to work through substance use issues alongside peers facing similar challenges.
Case Management
Case management services help individuals at Norfolk Community Services Board access needed supports and coordinate care, connecting clients with additional resources and referrals to appropriate levels of treatment.