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Northern Pines Mental Health Center - Aitkin Outpatient Office

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13 3rd Street NE, Aitkin, MN, Minnesota 56431
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Northern Pines Mental Health Center – Comprehensive Support for Recovery

Located in Aitkin, Minnesota, Northern Pines Mental Health Center provides essential mental health and wellness services to individuals across the region. As a full-service, credentialed mental health agency, Northern Pines is dedicated to providing care from birth to end-of-life, recognizing the intricate connection between mental health and substance use challenges. While primarily focused on mental health, their comprehensive approach often includes programs and resources vital for those navigating the complexities of addiction and seeking long-term recovery.

Integrated Approach to Wellness

The center emphasizes an integrated approach to care, understanding that substance use disorders frequently co-occur with other mental health conditions. By offering in-clinic mental health treatment provided by credentialed professionals, they create a foundation for addressing both the addiction and any underlying issues simultaneously. This holistic perspective is crucial for sustained recovery and overall well-being.

Core Components of Support

Support services at the Aitkin location are tailored to address a variety of needs, ensuring clients receive personalized care. Key features of their supportive framework include:

  • Individual and Group Therapy: Offering focused sessions to explore triggers, develop coping mechanisms, and build relapse prevention skills.
  • Crisis Intervention: Providing immediate support for individuals in acute mental health distress or crisis.
  • Professional Credentialed Staff: Ensuring high-quality care delivered by experienced therapists and counselors.
  • Community Awareness: Maintaining an understanding of local culture to build strong therapeutic relationships.

The Path to Sustainable Recovery

Recovery is a journey that requires consistent support and personalized attention. Northern Pines Mental Health Center’s commitment to serving adults through various therapy programs positions them as an essential resource in Central Minnesota. They strive to empower clients, helping them to not only overcome immediate challenges but also to build a resilient, fulfilling life post-treatment. Their foundational mental health expertise offers a strong starting point for individuals seeking help with addiction, providing the tools necessary for managing stress, trauma, and co-occurring disorders that often fuel substance abuse.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does the center exclusively treat addiction?

Northern Pines Mental Health Center is primarily a full-service mental health agency. While they do not exclusively treat addiction, their comprehensive mental health services, including therapy and support for co-occurring disorders, are critical components of a successful addiction recovery plan.

What age groups are served at the Aitkin location?

The Aitkin Outpatient Office specifically offers in-clinic mental health treatment for adults.

How can I get help if I am experiencing a crisis?

If you are in crisis, you should call the dedicated crisis number provided by Northern Pines Mental Health Center to receive immediate assistance and guidance.

Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Type of Care
Substance use treatment
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service Setting
Outpatient
Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
Age Groups Accepted
Young Adults
Adults
Gender Accepted
Female
Male
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds
Medicaid
Federal military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Private health insurance
Cash or self-payment
State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Type of Opioid Treatment
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Naltrexone used in Treatment
External Opioid Medications Source
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
In-network prescribing entity
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Pharmacotherapies
Naltrexone (oral)
Clonidine
Medication for mental disorders
Nicotine replacement
Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Comprehensive substance use assessment
Screening for tobacco use
Screening for substance use
Screening for mental disorders
Treatment Approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Motivational interviewing
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Recovery Support Services
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Facility Operation
Private non-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
State mental health department
State department of health
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Testing
Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing
Drug or alcohol urine screening
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care
Discharge Planning
Naloxone and overdose education
Outcome follow-up after discharge
Education and Counseling Services
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking not permitted
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping not permitted
Ancillary Services
Case management service
Mental health services
Transportation assistance
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