Mental health concerns can make it challenging to manage your day-to-day responsibilities, maintain your relationships, and cope with emotional distress. Individuals along the East Coast who find themselves experiencing emotional distress are encouraged to consider the comprehensive treatment options with the Harmony Health Group which may include pet-friendly rehab centers located in Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
As a leading healthcare provider, many of our treatment facilities are in-network with major health insurance providers. This usually includes services incorporated into mental health, substance use disorders, and dual diagnosis care. If you have found yourself struggling with irritability, worry, or other mental health concerns, we invite you to contact the Harmony Health Group to learn about our available treatment, such as pet-friendly inpatient alcohol rehabs and mental health treatment programs.
What is an Inpatient Rehab Center?
An inpatient rehab center provides you with an intensive and full day of therapeutic programming while you reside within the treatment facility. A major benefit of these programs is having around-the-clock medical supervision and support during the early stages of addiction, which is often associated with high levels of psychological and physical discomfort that can contribute to a relapse.
Inpatient rehab centers often provide comprehensive care which often entails various therapeutic activities, including individual counseling, group therapy, medical detox, and holistic treatments. The goal of these programs is to help you achieve and maintain sobriety while learning to use new coping strategies that can help you manage stressors and challenges that you experience in your recovery. Additionally, depending on the duration of your program, you may have an opportunity to address underlying concerns or difficulties that were contributing to your addiction. The intensive nature of inpatient rehab makes it particularly effective for those experiencing severe addictions or co-occurring mental health disorders.
What Is a Pet-Friendly Rehab Center?
A pet-friendly inpatient drug rehab center is a residential treatment center where you are allowed to bring your furry companions with you during your treatment stay. These rehab facilities recognize the therapeutic benefits of pet companionship, and that they can provide emotional support and enhance your overall treatment experience
Pet-friendly rehab centers typically offer accommodations and amenities that are designed for the individual and their pet, allowing you to experience a residential rehab center in an environment that is safe and comfortable for both you and your four-legged friend. These centers understand that pets can help relieve stress, provide you with comfort, and improve your overall well-being, which can enhance your healing journey.
Do Inpatient Rehabs Allow Emotional Support Animals?
Some inpatient rehabs do allow emotional support animals (ESAs), but it is important to note that policies about emotional support animals often vary among providers. Because of this, we encourage you to contact the treatment center directly and inquire about any rules or regulations regarding ESAs.
Facilities that permit ESAs often require documentation that shows that there is a medical need for the animal, typically from a licensed mental health professional. Having an emotional support animal with you at rehab can help you cope with thoughts, emotions, and discomfort that arise during your treatment experience. This can include symptoms tied to co-occurring mental health disorders including anxiety and depression.
Do Residential Treatment Centers Have Therapy Dogs?
Another way that animals are incorporated into a treatment setting is by having a therapy dog. Therapy dogs are a somewhat common component of inpatient and outpatient treatment programs and can provide a sense of comfort, companionship, and emotional support to clients.
Therapy dogs in residential treatment centers are often used in animal-assisted therapy sessions which is supported by research that has found that having animals included in therapy sessions can help reduce stress, anxiety, and isolation. Many find that connecting with therapy dogs improves their mood, increases motivation, and provides a sense of normalcy and joy during the recovery process
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Can I Take My Cat Into a Residential Rehab Treatment?
This is a tough question to answer because treatment faculties have different rules about having cats in rehab centers. While there may be some rehab centers that allow cats, their prevalence is less than centers that allow dogs, which may make it challenging for you to find them locally.
Our best answer to you is that if you are considering bringing your cat to rehab, speak with the rehab facility you’re interested in first, to see if this is something they can accommodate, and if they have any restrictions on pets in their program. There will likely be guidelines in place to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone within the facility, as well as any animals that are there. This can include requirements for vaccinations and behavior assessments.
Can I Take My Dog Into a Residential Rehab Treatment?
You may be able to bring your dog with you to rehab if you find a pet-friendly rehab program. Similar to cats, treatment facilities will likely have specific rules and guidelines about bringing pets to ensure that they would only enhance your clinical experience and that everyone would be comfortable.
Before bringing your dog to rehab, it is important to make sure that the rehab center is okay with you bringing your dog and that you have the required paperwork and documents. They may ask for a behavioral evaluation before your admission to ensure the safety of other clients, staff, and your dog.
Do All Addiction Rehab Centers Allow Pets?
It is important to note that pet policies vary among different treatment providers and that not all addiction rehab centers allow pets. Because of the variations in rules, regulations, and accommodations, we encourage you to contact the treatment centers you are interested in directly to inquire about their pet policy.
Some rehab centers may offer pet-friendly programs, while others may not because of health, safety, or logistical reasons. If you feel as though having your pet with you is important for your treatment experiment, make sure to verify this with the facility before moving forward with their admission process.
Harmony Health Group Rehab Centers That May Allow Pets
The Harmony Health Group is a leading behavioral health treatment provider with mental health and substance abuse treatment programs along the East Coast that may be able to support you with animal-assisted treatment options. To learn if you have local rehabs that allow dogs, we encourage you to speak with an Admissions counselor by calling (866) 461-4474 today.
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Do Pet-Friendly Mental Health Treatment Centers Accept Insurance?
Yes! Many pet-friendly mental health treatment centers accept commercial insurance coverage. There may be variations among providers who are in-network with your insurance provider and those who are not, which can affect your admission into their program. Choosing an out-of-network provider is often associated with higher out-of-pocket costs.
When considering a pet-friendly mental health treatment center, it is often helpful to contact your insurance provider and inquire about pet-friendly providers who are in-network. You can also ask if your policy provides coverage for pet-friendly programs and animal-assisted programs so that you can make informed decisions when choosing a treatment provider.
How Much Does AAT Cost Without Health Insurance Support?
The cost of animal-assisted therapy varies significantly based on the level of care being provided, and the way that AAT is incorporated into therapy sessions. For example, therapy dog services may be more affordable than equine therapy due to the cost of care for the animals.
Additionally, your therapist’s qualifications, training, and expertise will also affect the price of care.
Another detail to be mindful of is that inpatient treatment programs may have incorporated the cost of AAT into their overall program cost, whereas you may pay per session with outpatient treatment providers. The cost of sessions can range between $100 to $300, depending on the care provided and the animal included.
Do Pet-Friendly Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers Accept Insurance?
Similarly, drug and alcohol rehabs that are pet-friendly often accept insurance. There may be variations within your policy regarding access to pet-friendly care and animal-assisted treatment options. We encourage you to contact rehab facilities directly to inquire about their pet policies and accommodations for those who bring pets, emotional support animals, and therapy dogs.
To help you determine if a pet-friendly rehab center is covered by your insurance, we encourage you to verify your insurance. The Harmony Health Group has simplified this process by developing an online insurance verification form that allows us to contact your insurance on your behalf to inquire about your specific coverage, limitations, and restrictions. This can help you get a better understanding of what your financial responsibilities would be for various addiction and mental health treatment programs.
How To Get Admitted Into Pet-friendly Inpatient Rehabilitation
The process for getting admitted into a pet-friendly inpatient rehabilitation center starts by researching pet-friendly facilities that offer treatment options appropriate for your unique needs. When you find a provider, you can contact them to confirm their pet-related policies and inquire about their available programs, and treatment schedules.
Once you have chosen your ideal provider, you can then begin your admission process, usually with a phone assessment that allows the provider to learn about you and your current challenges, as well as your treatment goals. This will help them determine if you are a suitable candidate for their available programs. They may then provide you with a list of necessary documentation, such as medical records, insurance information, and any required paperwork for your pet, such as vaccination records required for admission. They will also verify your insurance before your admission, to ensure coverage if that was your plan for paying for treatment. After this has been completed, you will likely be provided with an admission date and given directions about what to do before coming to treatment. You may be able to have assistance planning out your travel if you are coming from a distance and need accommodation before your admission. While this may seem like a lot of steps, addiction, and mental health treatment facilities focus on providing support and encouragement during each step, which can make this process feel seamless for you.
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