Amethyst is a long-term residential rehabilitation center in Ohio that allows mothers to stay with their children during treatment. In addition to addressing substance abuse, the facility empowers its clients by teaching them parenting and coping skills, and assisting them in finding permanent housing and employment. Amethyst utilizes a unique gender-specific treatment model that focuses on the impact of poverty and trauma on women’s substance abuse.
ABOUT AMETHYST
Amethyst is a nonprofit organization located in Columbus, Ohio. It is one of the 146 centers in the state that offers substance abuse treatment and support for women and their children, particularly those who are homeless or facing financial struggles. The center provides gender-specific and trauma-informed care through intensive outpatient (IOP) and standard outpatient (OP) programs. Mothers and their children can reside in recovery housing throughout the duration of treatment. Amethyst also offers additional services such as medical care, career training, and job placement.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
Amethyst’s website states that the average length of stay for clients and their families is 23 months. During this time, clients receive case management and comprehensive treatment including individual counseling for addiction and co-occurring disorders, group therapy, parenting education, medical care, and job preparedness training. The center offers both intensive outpatient treatment with daily sessions and a more flexible standard outpatient treatment tailored to each client’s needs.
In addition to substance abuse treatment, Amethyst provides family-centered programming which includes counseling, medical care, after school programs, and summer camp for children. This makes it one of the 13.3 percent of treatment facilities in the state to offer child-care services.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
According to the facility’s website, the executive team consists of licensed social workers, and all services are provided by licensed or certified clinicians. It is worth noting that all substance abuse treatment centers in Ohio have continuing education requirements for staff.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
Amethyst has up to 150 sober living units available for women in treatment and their children. While specific details about the facility are limited, accommodations have received above-average ratings from respondents on Best-rehabs.com, with four out of five giving perfect five-star ratings.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
The alumni surveyed by Best-rehabs.com had mostly positive feedback about their treatment at Amethyst. One anonymous reviewer gave a five-star rating and described the facility as “an overall great facility.” Another alum highlighted the effectiveness of the treatment in addressing underlying issues and providing the necessary tools for recovery.
On Google, three former clients all gave perfect five-star ratings, with one expressing that they still utilize the tools provided by Amethyst.
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
The sole anonymous loved one surveyed by Best-rehabs.com gave positive ratings for treatment effectiveness, describing the center as a “very good facility.” They also mentioned the strong health and safety classes, but noted some dissatisfaction with the group dynamics.
On Yelp, a single reviewer expressed disappointment with the staff, giving a one-star rating.
FINANCING
Amethyst’s website indicates that treatment is provided to all women, regardless of their financial situation.