I was looking for something for my 81YO grandmother diagnosed with dementia. She was manageable at…read morehome for a while, but she isnt always compliant with her medication and she often goes thru angry outbursts and for her age to be trying to get up and throw stuff makes the situation even worse - those episodes are putting others at risk of injury and most importantly, injury to self. Experiencing this at closehand, especially with someone who has dementia, they forget that they are not as able as they are used to. Often, they think they are living in their past lives when they are still young, energetic maybe they were dating at a the time or even living in a different household. When these episodes come up, of course, they remember, they panic and sets them on a frenzy. It gets to a point that holistic care has reached its limit and of course you would have to resort to a crisis center and medication. Getting them medicated isnt a bad thing and oftentimes its necessary. Morgan at admissions walked me thru the process just so I (and you) will be prepared in the event that someone has to be brought in. The check in process is rather simple and they welcome walk-ins. Just remember that you do check in your contraband and anything that could be a cause of self harm (like shoelaces, cables, blunt objects)They allow you to have a few personal articles of your clothing and they also allow you to bring in a new, unopened pack of cigarettes. After getting checked in, youre brought in to be evaluated in one of the private rooms so they can see how they can help you and what unit you would be able to fit in the best - i'll get more into that later. In my case, if my grandmother consents, im able to join her in the room and also share what she is experiencing and help fill in more of the story. I recommend that it would be super helpful to have handy a list of medication they are already taking so that they can use it as a reference, there are no negative side effects and if at all, could be adjusted or even removed. So youre probably thinking, there are those who come in because they are suicidal, homicidal, lethargic and in my grandmother's case- aggressive. They have different units for each kind of level of care for the patients. So aggressive patients wouldnt be mixed with those who are calm - in fact, they might need something more secured and what other behavioral units call - a locked unit. These units are more supervised and monitored so that when a behavioral episode happens, at least they dont get themselves hurt. To my surprise, its rare nowadays, but they have a unit also for adolescents - just in case you might think of someone who needs the help. Adolescents stay with adolescents and separated by males and females. Adults with adults. Seniors with seniors. Detox with detox. "Oh its just the facade, its only pretty in the front. They knew you were coming in." - Actually no. I walked in cold, unannounced and asked if i can check out their unit. Morgan walked me through their hallway and showed me their locked (yet open) unit. Even just peering thru the windows prior to walking in, i can already hear and see the staff interacting with the patients. Its a very friendly, human and calm tone. Like it doesnt even feel like a behavioral unit. Theyre just chill. What if i need to get a hold of my grandmother to check in on her? Everyone who checks in, their designated contact will receive a keyword or a keyphrase to allow the operator to grant them access to speak with whoever is admitted into the unit. So i feel more comfortable checking in on her even when her phone is deposited. Just remember you claim it back on discharge. Mostly, patients can roam around their designated units. Interact with other patients and there are nurses on standby if they need help with their mobility or if they need assistance with their dailies. Im strongly considering taking my loved ones here especially when my grandmother goes into crisis mode. Now im more confident in the process and i'll be prepared when her need arises. Im sure she can be helped but also, do always check in with your specialist and make sure they stay in compliance with their medication.

Some nurses are creepy and belong in horror movies. There…read moreare fences (with barb wire) around that facility and while not Guatanamo Bay one cannot movie around freely. It is more like a low security prison than a respectable place for people to recover. They will say...we will know when you do not tell us the truth and we will keep you here for as long as we find it necessary. Knowing it is all for profit, scares the hell out of me. On the other hand there are also nice nurses who are considerate and respectful. But I would not spend a minute there if I was given a choice. Lot of disturbed people there of course and they may put you with them, which I do not think is healing or appealing. I think it is stressful especially knowing the facility is secured. Understandable but it feels eery. I guess it is not always easy to assess people on checkin, but nevertheless they should not put people with different diagnoses always together. Think about that. Should the patient think I belong here or rather not? On the other hand it is important for patients to socialize with each other. Not sure about nurses acting against the will of a uncooperative patient.

Now it is the end of June, and I need a refill on my medications, and she will now not return my…read morecalls. I have called since last week. I called on the 23th was waiting on a callback on Friday the 24th. Her assistant called me back to say that she would call me at 6:00. I never got a call. I called on the 27th and was assured she would call, I got a second call from her office confirming it. There was no call. I also called on the 28 and was told she would call by 6:00 pm. Today they called and said she would call me right back and she didn't, This is criminal

Never, have I EVER felt so disgusted with a doctor in my life. 2 months ago I made an appointment…read morefor my son who has Asperger's Syndrome. It was recommended by his neurologist that he sees a psychiatrist to help him work with his social anxieties. After 2 months, our appointment came. I never got a phone call reminding me of the appointment, luckily, I'm very organized and I called them. They said he was still on the books. I was also told to bring $25 CASH ONLY...what????!!! So, I arrived with my 10-year old son at the strip mall. I walked into a waiting room that was COVERED with debris, dust, and food particles all over the floor. People were passed out (yes, asleep) on the chairs, and speaking loudly to each other about throwing up on each other, waiting for over 3 hours to see the doctor, double-ended d&^dos, and bailing people out of jail. No one censored themselves in front of a small child. No one from the staff seemed out of touch with the waiting room's behavior. 2 months I waited. 10 minutes I gave them in that horrible place and then when 2 men decided to argue back and forth about wanting to talk or not talk to each other, I realized, it was time to go. I went to receptionist and demanded that all of my paperwork get shredded immediately and we walked out. This is not a practice to help people. It is a pill-pushing terrifying place. When a DOCTOR doesn't care about the hygiene of the waiting room, and the fact that the room reeks of alcohol and cigarettes, it is apparent that the doctor doesn't practice medicine responsibly. This place should be shut down and the doctor needs to return to school or lose her license!

Dr. Novitzky is an A+ psychiatrist. I have been a patient of his for close to 2 years now, and he…read moremakes himself available anytime your in need of help even if you don't have a set appointment. I am a veteran with ptsd, tbi and multiple other anxiety disorders. I've tried working with doctors at the Veterans Affairs since 2009 and none have came close to the way my sessions with Dr. Novitzky are. Thank God I found out about him on a site just like this and I've felt the best since he's been my psychiatrist. Totally worth trying out Novitzky MD Boutique if you are feeling too stressed out in life. I spent most of the past 9 years since I got out of the Army in and out of mental institutions going over the same routine and racked up over 10s of thousands in debt that the VA would not cover, going to hospitals because of panic attacks. 3 times in the beginning I still went to hospitals but that was just until he got my medication dosage right and now just talking to him and taking my medication has kept me out of hospitals and debt free. Highly recommend. Great guy. Great doc. Great friend.

From the owner: Offering personalized in-person and online psychiatry and psychotherapy, Child and Adolescent…read morePsychiatry, online Developmental Pediatrician/Autism Support, & Adult Psychiatry services in the Philadelphia suburbs - minutes from Longwood Gardens. "Novitsky MD boutique mind doctors" embraces a therapy-first approach and when necessary, utilizes genetic testing to avoid the guessing game with medications. Early intervention isn't just about fixing a problem, it's about thinking outside of the box to optimize children's lives so they can meet their full potential.

Dr. Broudy saved my career. I'm one of many girls (now women) whose ADD was overlooked in the 80s…read more My parents were told I didn't "apply" myself and I was lazy. My testing scores were off the charts and I was engaged in school but I didn't turn in homework and that presented some serious challenges as I went through high school and college. I struggled in my early career, got diagnoses (by another doctor) and went on a series of therapies that helped but not quite enough. Eventually life landed me in Delaware and I found Dr. Broudy. We've worked together for 5+years and he's helped me with finding the right medications and non medicine therapies to help me succeed. He's a great doctor and I'm proud of the work we've done together. I'm not only proud of my accomplishments, I'm more financially secure and my family relationships have never been better. He's also taken digital engagement more seriously and getting appointments made and prescriptions filled a snap. Since Covid, he's made a lot of positive changes to his practice.

The doctor spoke to me nicely but as far as the office staff, very unprofessional and HARD to get…read moreahold of!!!! They NEVER answer the phone, EVER, it's as if they just let it ring. So if you need to call and ask a question or even make an appointment you won't be able to because they never pick up the phone. Sad.

The staff seemed professional and offered my daughter much professional help. We are pleased with…read morethe work that they have done for our daughter.

Deadass never come here. I'm 16 and I didn't eat or shower the entire time I was there. it was so…read morebad. also they have spiders. the food there is made of plastic basically and the staff kinda sucks but some are really nice. the only good thing abt it was the cool ppl I met there. also if ur planning on going here, prepare to have absolutely NOTHING to do there. all you do is wake up, meds, vitals, mental health checkup which is basically just when they ask if you want to kill yourself (in front of literally everyone), then maybe watch a show (usually ends up being something you don't like because 30 people have to agree on one show) and some crayons. maybe some music but it's the same five songs bruh. Maybe if ur lucky they'll let you pace up and down in the hallway for five minutes. Youre not allowed in your room for the entire day which also sucks. I remember literally falling asleep as I was standing up lmfao. anyway besides that it's incredibly bad at accommodating for people on the spectrum or basically anyone who has mental issues (pretty out of the ordinary for a MENTAL hospital.) Please just be normal. do not come here.