Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars

8119 Holland Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306

Est. 1972 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars

  • Location: Alexandria, VA
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR) and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars

This Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic welcomes children, adults, and families into a safe, open-access place where care needs no appointments. With a focus on healing and connection, the clinic offers personalized support through outpatient therapy, medication management, crisis response, and group programs. Specialized services are also available for youth learning to navigate emotions, manage co-occurring concerns, or needing guidance at home or in the community. Blending compassion with expertise, the clinic stands as a steady source of hope, helping individuals and families take their next steps toward well-being.
Treatment combines practical, goal-focused approaches that help individuals understand thoughts and behaviors, manage emotions, and recover from trauma. Care may be provided in person or through secure telehealth. For urgent needs, a 24/7 hotline, mobile crisis response, and the Turning Point Stabilization home ensure immediate, short-term support in safe environments.
Ongoing care includes therapy, coping-skills development, and medication management. Group sessions build connection and peer encouragement, while community-based programs assist with housing, food, transportation, and essential forms. Staff meet clients in homes, schools, and community settings, ensuring support is consistent, respectful, and focused on safety, stability, and long-term recovery.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Children Girls Boys

Services Offered

What to Expect at Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 5 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Personalized Treatment Individual Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Prescription Drugs

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Plains Area Mental Health Center Le Mars offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR). Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in VA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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