Psychiatric Institute of Washington
Washington, DC
Key Facts About Psychiatric Institute of Washington
- Location: Washington, DC — Joint Commission accredited
- Levels of Care: Outpatient, Detox
- Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
- Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
- Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance
About Psychiatric Institute of Washington
PIW offers multiple levels of care to meet the diverse needs of its patients. These include inpatient services for both adolescents (ages 10-17) and adults (18+), providing short-term crisis stabilization and treatment. The facility also operates a Day Center, which offers a structured environment for intensive treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder and other behavioral conditions. Additionally, PIW provides specialized services such as an inpatient detoxification program for drug and alcohol addiction, with options for continued rehabilitation through both inpatient and outpatient programs.
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 Psychiatric Institute of Washington provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)
Who This Center Serves
What to Expect at Psychiatric Institute of Washington
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 Family Therapy, typically 30 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.
Psychiatric Institute of Washington offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.
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 Family 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. Psychiatric Institute of Washington works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.
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Quick Facts
| Program | 30 days |
| Focus | This center treats substance u... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
| Accreditation | Joint Commission |
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