Inpatient Care - Bipolar disorder
Inpatient care is available at Belmont Center for Comprehensive Treatment and Albert Einstein Medical Center. Our patients
are treated under the direction of a board-certified psychiatrist and a team of mental health professionals. We perform an
extensive assessment, which includes a full medical history as well as a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. In addition,
we work closely with family members to help develop treatment solutions during the hospital stay and after discharge. Patients
themselves actively participate in a goal-oriented treatment plan customized to meet their unique requirements.
Inpatient Services provided include:
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
- Medication treatment and education
- Group and individual therapies
- Rehabilitative therapies
- Aftercare planning
An Inpatient Dual Diagnosis Program is available for those suffering from both substance abuse and a bipolar disorder. Services provided include:
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
- Psychological testing
- Group, family and individual psychotherapy
- Leisure planning
- Stress management
- Wellness activities
- Family interventions
- Medication treatment and education
- Additional therapies, such as psychodrama and art therapy
- Self-help referrals when appropriate
As a part of Albert Einstein Healthcare Network, Belmont Behavioral Health is uniquely qualified to provide this specialized
care. Offering a full continuum of health care, each patient in the program receives a full evaluation including a physical
examination, laboratory testing and psychiatric assessment. If medical complications are present, they are treated by Belmont
medical staff or, when medically necessary, by physicians at Albert Einstein Medical Center.
During the initial recovery period, the patient participates in individual, group and family counseling sessions. Recreational
therapies are used to promote sobriety and restore a productive lifestyle.
Attendance at meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous is required and it is expected that patients will participate
in an aftercare program. A full complement of outpatient to partial hospitalization programs is available at Belmont.
What you can do to help.
If you believe you or a loved one is suffering from bipolar disorder, don't wait for the problem to go away by itself. Get
help now.
When you need someone to talk to, turn to Belmont Behavioral Health at 1-800-220-HELP (4357) or 215-877-2000.
