Gender: Female
Age: 18+
Beds: 16
The primary pre-cursor to an admission to Alvaston Ward is that the individual is ready to engage in a multi-disciplinary therapeutic programme. Service users may have a history of involvement in the criminal justice system or may present with significantly challenging behaviour, severe self-neglect and vulnerability.
Psychological Therapy
Our team of forensic, clinical and assistant psychologists offer a variety of therapeutic interventions and personalised packages of therapy to individuals in our care.
The team provide a range of therapies delivered in group and individual settings, including Schema Therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), trauma work, substance misuse and offending behaviour interventions.
In addition the team also provide Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), this programme is adapted to the needs of the individual who may have educational or learning difficulty issues, such as dyslexia, which may act as barriers to the standard DBT programme.
Alvaston Ward is accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrists Quality Network for Forensic Mental Health Services.
“This is the best hospital I have ever been to, it really has helped me, I’m pleased that I came here.”Service user
We offer a specific pathway designed for individuals in prison, who require a therapeutic environment to manage their mental health.
- Referrals and transitions: We prioritize timely responses, conducting assessments within the prison and providing a prompt decision on the most appropriate pathway.
- Comprehensive Care Planning: Our assessment program is built around the individual. We utilise cognitive and neurological insights alongside therapeutic input to create a holistic understanding of their strengths and needs.
“Thank you for all the support and the support she has had throughout this journey. Cygnet has allowed my daughter to become well and supported her to have a safe discharge. The transformation she has shown is down to the staff and we can’t thank you enough.”Family member
Our service user profile:
- Female, aged 18+
- Primary diagnosis of mental illness or personality disorder
- Detained under the Mental Health Act, including Ministry of Justice restrictions
- Requiring assessment and treatment in a secure environment
- May have a history of trauma
Facilities
- En-suite bedrooms
- External secure courtyard
- Fully equipped gym
- Art room at the Recovery College
- IT suite
- Therapy kitchen
- Sensory Room
- Multi-faith room
- Variety of activity and games rooms
- Garden with outdoor seating
- Lounge and dining rooms
