“I’m more upbeat and I enjoy myself now. By practicing the behavioral therapy techniques, I have control over it.”

- Former patient dealing with panic disorder

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General Information
The Anxiety disorders Program of Rogers Memorial Hospital provides intensive Partial Hospitalization treatment for children, adolescents and adults with moderate to severe Anxiety disorders. Following a detailed assessment, individuals are seen Monday through Thursday, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., for a total of 12 sessions in three consecutive weeks. In most cases, the goal of this program is to reduce Anxiety disorders symptoms to a manageable level. Research suggests that the majority of people with an Anxiety disorders find our treatment approach effective. The cost of this program is covered by most insurance companies.

Anxiety disorders that can be effectively treated include:

• Panic disorder
• Generalized Anxiety disorders
• Social Anxiety disorders
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Agoraphobia
• Child and adolescent separation anxiety or school refusal
• Anxiety related to medical complications

Treatment Program
Patients participate in individual and group sessions. A strict cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach is used. CBT is a teaching model that trains individuals in skills that research has found to be effective in managing these disorders. In some cases, medication also is recommended.

Treatment Team
The Anxiety Program is a component of the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Center, under the direction of Bradley C. Riemann, Ph.D., Clinical Director.

Treatment team member of the program include:

• Master’s level behavior therapist
• Psychiatrist
• Psychologist
• Registered nurse
• Social worker

What Makes the Anxiety disorders Program’s Treatment Effective?

• Designed specifically to treat Anxiety disorders
• Use of strict cognitive behavioral therapy approach combined with medication
• Intensive and challenging in a manageable environment
• Highly trained and experienced staff
• Support of other patients with Anxiety disorders

Sample Schedule
3:00 p.m. Homework review group
3:30 p.m. Skill training groups
5:30 p.m. Homework assignment group

Admissions

Admission Criteria
The Anxiety disorders program can effectively treat male and female children, adolescents and adults meeting the following criteria:

• Primary diagnosis of an Anxiety disorders
• Individuals may have dual or multiple diagnoses
• All admissions will be based on a comprehensive assessment conducted by a trained professional

Admission Assessment
Prospective patients meet with a psychologist specializing in the cognitive behavioral assessment and treatment of Anxiety disorders. This evaluation determines the appropriateness of the program for each individual. History and severity of the Anxiety disorders are evaluated as well as related psychosocial factors. On admission, each patient will meet individually with members of the multidisciplinary treatment team to develop a plan of care specific to the patient’s needs.

We provide a free confidential needs assessment and referral recommendations 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information, see our admissions page.

Location
Anxiety disorders treatment is offered at:

Rogers Memorial Hospital—Oconomowoc
34700 Valley Road, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin 53066

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