Evaluation Program
10-Day Clinical Assessment Program
Hanley Center’s residential programs are designed to treat people with addiction to alcohol and other drugs. There are times, however, when even clinical and medical professionals working with an individual might be unsure if the person is truly chemically dependent. For those cases, our team offers a ten-day Clinical Assessment Program (CAP) to help determine the extent of a person’s condition.
This program is not for people who simply want to detox or who want a short residential stay. Rather it is limited to patients whose clinical presentation does not clearly indicate whether or not a full course of residential treatment is necessary.
TREATMENT
Patients completing the Clinical Assessment Program receive the following services:
Comprehensive Detoxification Services, as Indicated
Often, patients who are misusing substances have developed a physiological dependence to chemicals, and the sudden removal of those chemicals can cause complications ranging from slight discomfort to extreme physical complications, including seizure and even death. Hanley has been providing state-of-the-art, on-site detox for many years. Our medical team works to assure that every patient is medically managed for safety and to minimize discomfort as much as possible during this crucial time.
Initial Nursing Assessment
All patients entering Hanley’s CAP complete an initial nursing assessment within the first hours’ arrival. This helps our medical team assess and treat acute concerns that need immediate medical attention. Our proximity to St. Mary’s Medical Center, a hospital directly adjacent to Hanley Center, ensures that we are able to swiftly transfer them to emergency care if needed.
History and Physical
Within 24 hours, patients receive a complete history and physical (H&P) exam by a physician or other practitioner (ARNP or PA). This allows us to begin addressing any chronic or acute medical conditions that may be present.
Psychiatric Screening
(Subsequent Assessment if Indicated)
Upon arrival into our care, each person is screened for psychiatric concerns. Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether a person is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition, especially symptoms that may be affecting a person’s safety, such as thoughts of suicide or self-harm.
Psychological Interview (Subsequent Testing if Indicated)
Every person in our CAP will receive a personalized clinical interview with one of Hanley’s licensed psychologists through our Center for Brain Recovery. This interview, conducted as a conversation between a psychologist and the patient, can help the professional accurately diagnose mental health or co-occurring disorders. From this interview, subsequent psychological testing such as the Cambridge Brain Sciences Cognitive Assessment, Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2), Central Nervous System Vital Signs (CNSVS), PsychEval Personality Questionnaire (PEPQ), and/or Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory (MCMI) may be recommended and administered.
Interview of Family and Referring Professionals
During the CAP, we welcome loved ones and referring professionals (such as therapists and doctors) to provide critical insight into the patient’s life. Once consent is given by a patient, a patient’s primary therapist will reach out and help “connect the dots” in order to get a more complete picture of their case. Our family therapists will also communicate with families to gather further information via screening.
Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Assessment
The biopsychosocial assessment, conducted through a personalized interview with a therapist, allows our team to assess for biological, psychological, and social factors that can be contributing to problems such as mental health and substance use disorders. It is considered a holistic assessment, meaning that it looks at various dimensions of wellbeing in order to get a complete picture of health: body, mind, and spirit.
Group Therapy Daily
Group psychotherapy or group therapy is a form of psychotherapy in which a therapist treats a small group of patients together as a group. When offered as a component of integrated treatment, group therapy allows patients to explore aspects of interpersonal relationships while creating an atmosphere that helps a person identify their own strengths and weaknesses.
Psychoeducational Group Daily
A psychoeducational group is a specific type of group therapy that focuses on educating patients about their disorders, such as substance use disorders or depression, and how to develop healthy ways of coping with their symptoms. Other groups may explore other components of wellness, such a trauma, grief, smoking cessation, or nutrition.
Three Individual Sessions with a Therapist
Each patient in Hanley’s CAP will be assigned a therapist who will meet with them individually during their stay. These sessions are a vital component of the assessment and recommendation process. During this time, the therapists will guide a patient to privately explore issues that may be contributing to (or exacerbated by) substance use or other mental health concerns.
Integrated Summary with Treatment Recommendations
Upon completion of the Clinical Assessment Program, we provide an integrated summary of our findings. This includes information from our skilled multidisciplinary team—from doctors and therapists to psychologists and support staff.
Treatment Plan with
Continuing Care Plan
Along with an integrated summary of our clinical findings, we also provide a well-crafted treatment plan that takes into consideration the various options available for the person’s wellness and recovery. In some instances, continuing care may include a recommendation to a residential treatment facility. In others, it may be medical or psychiatric care, trauma therapy, or ongoing counseling. Every treatment plan is individualized and guided by sophisticated medical and clinical assessments.
A Comprehensive Overview
On or before day nine, patients are presented with all of the results, findings, and recommendations of the treatment team. Clinical and continuing care staff work with the patient and others involved to facilitate the next steps which may include extending residential treatment or moving to a different level of care. Regardless of the recommendation, we work with you to ensure the smoothest possible transition to whatever level of care you need.
Hanley Center: Most Insurance Accepted
Address: 933 45th Street
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
