Crosswinds Center: Crisis Stabilization and Detoxification
Located in Maxwelton, West Virginia, the Crosswinds Center is a specialized facility operated by Seneca Health Services, providing essential crisis stabilization and detoxification services. This center is dedicated to helping adults navigate severe mental health crises and the critical initial phases of substance use disorder recovery, ensuring a safe and structured environment for healing.
Comprehensive Treatment Offerings
The Crosswinds Center focuses on acute care, serving individuals aged 18 and older who require intensive, structured treatment for mental health or substance use disorders. Admission requires a willingness to actively engage in the therapeutic process and adherence to a nonviolent, drug-free code of conduct while in treatment. The facility is equipped to handle complex situations, including withdrawal from substances such as alcohol, benzodiazepines, and opiates.
Detoxification and Stabilization Services
The average length of stay at the center typically ranges from five to seven days, focusing intensely on stabilizing the individual physically and emotionally. The dedicated professional staff provides continuous support during this vulnerable period. For those struggling with alcohol or opioid dependence, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is a core component of the program, provided with guidance from an on-staff psychiatrist. Please note that patients with a high Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) will require medical clearance before admission.
Access and Affordability
Seneca Health Services strives to make treatment accessible to the community. The Crosswinds Center serves both men and women, recognizing that financial barriers should not prevent individuals from accessing necessary care. For those who are uninsured, the center utilizes a sliding fee scale or grant funding options to help cover the costs of treatment, embodying a compassionate and responsible approach to behavioral healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for admission to the Crosswinds Center?
Admission is limited to adults (18 years of age and older) who have a substance use or mental health disorder requiring intensive treatment and who agree to participate willingly in the treatment process.
- What types of substance withdrawal does the center treat?
The facility manages withdrawal from substances including alcohol, benzodiazepines, and opiates, offering Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for alcohol and opiate dependency.
- How long is the typical stay for a patient?
The average length of stay at the Crosswinds Center for crisis stabilization and detoxification is generally between five to seven days.
- Does the Crosswinds Center accept uninsured patients?
Yes, the center offers options such as a sliding fee scale and/or grant funding to ensure that treatment remains accessible to individuals without insurance.



