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Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
The Watson Institute Sharpsburg
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About The Watson Institute Sharpsburg
Located in Sharpsburg, and just minutes from Pennsylvania Route 28, this nonprofit center supports youth ages 5–21 experiencing autism, trauma, and emotional or behavioral challenges. The Watson Institute offers both school-based and outpatient behavioral health services. Children enrolled in local schools or Watson’s own programs can access therapy onsite, helping them build emotional stability and daily coping skills.
Fostering Emotional Growth Through Treatment
Therapists guide children through individual therapy, using evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care. Clinicians also offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and intensive behavioral health services. These services help youth process emotions, practice healthy behaviors, and stay engaged at home, in school, and in their communities.
Strengthen Learning for Neurodiverse Students
The center also offers two specialized education programs on site. The Watson Institute Social Center for Academic Achievement (WISCA) program supports students with high-functioning autism using an adapted online curriculum, elective choices, and instruction in social, organizational, and life skills. This model helps students stay academically engaged while preparing for a successful transition into adulthood. Additionally, the Learning Experiences: An Alternative Program for Preschoolers and Parents (LEAP) Preschool provides an inclusive classroom where young children with autism learn through play alongside typically developing peers, helping build early social and communication skills in a natural setting.
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Insurance Accepted
Provider's Policy:We accept most major insurances, including UPMC Health Plan, and Pennsylvania Medical Assistance. For out-of-network plans, call us to discuss your coverage and possible payment assistance.
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Center Overview
Adolescents
Teens receive the treatment they need for mental health disorders and addiction, with the added support of educational and vocational services.
Children
Treatment for children incorporates the psychiatric care they need and education, often led by on-site teachers to keep children on track with school.
Young Adults
Emerging adults ages 18-25 receive treatment catered to the unique challenges of early adulthood, like college, risky behaviors, and vocational struggles.
Treatment Focus
At this center, you receive personalized care for mental health conditions. They provide therapy and tailor treatment to your unique needs, diagnoses, and preferences.
Care Options
Treatment
Specializations
Adolescents
Teens receive the treatment they need for mental health disorders and addiction, with the added support of educational and vocational services.
Children
Treatment for children incorporates the psychiatric care they need and education, often led by on-site teachers to keep children on track with school.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.
Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
Approaches
Evidence-Based
A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.
Family Involvement
Providers involve family in the treatment of their loved one through family therapy, visits, or both–because addiction is a family disease.
Individual Treatment
Individual care meets the needs of each patient, using personalized treatment to provide them the most relevant care and greatest chance of success.
Therapies
1-on-1 Counseling
Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.
Trauma-Specific Therapy
This form of talk therapy addresses any childhood trauma at the root of a patient's current diagnosis.
Online Therapy
Patients can connect with a therapist via videochat, messaging, email, or phone. Remote therapy makes treatment more accessible.
Art Therapy
Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)
Lateral, guided eye movements help reduce the emotional reactions of retelling and reprocessing trauma, allowing intense feelings to dissipate.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.
Life Skills
Teaching life skills like cooking, cleaning, clear communication, and even basic math provides a strong foundation for continued recovery.
Music Therapy
Singing, performing, and even listening to music can be therapeutic. Music therapy sessions are facilitated by certified counselors.
Psychoeducation
This method combines treatment with education, teaching patients about different paths toward recovery. This empowers them to make more effective decisions.
Conditions We Treat
Anger
Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.
Self-Harm
The act of intentionally harming oneself, also called self-injury, is associated with mental health issues like depression.
Stress
Stress is a natural reaction to challenges, and it can even help you adapt. However, chronic stress can cause physical and mental health issues.
Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
Aftercare
Experience
Personal Amenities
Special Considerations
Transition Program
Patients in a transition program gradually return to life outside treatment, helping lower chances of relapse and continue care in a less intense setting.
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