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Aurora Psychiatric Hospital Inc

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Overview

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Located on a tree-lined campus in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, Aurora Psychiatric Hospital provides behavioral health and addiction treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. Through the Dewey Center and other specialized programs, the hospital offers inpatient, outpatient, and residential care that integrates evidence-based therapies, medical support, and holistic services such as yoga and mindfulness. With over 130 years of experience, Aurora delivers compassionate care in a restorative hospital environment.

Address

1220 Dewey Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53213

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Youth (Ages 12-17)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • Sign language
  • English

Treatment

  • Hospital inpatient detoxification
  • Hospital inpatient treatment
  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • None listed

Comprehensive, Multi-Level Treatment

Aurora Psychiatric Hospital in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, offers a full spectrum of behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, and adults. Treatment addresses depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, and substance use disorders. The hospital provides multiple levels of care, including inpatient, residential, and outpatient programs, each focused on stabilization, healing, and long-term recovery through individualized treatment and integrated medical, therapeutic, and educational support.

The Dewey Center: Residential Care for Recovery

Aurora’s Dewey Center offers a 28-day residential program for adults, combining clinical expertise with an atmosphere of respect and collaboration. Treatment draws on motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and community reinforcement techniques to help individuals build motivation, strengthen relationships, and develop coping skills. Complementary offerings such as yoga, mindfulness, and exercise promote physical and emotional well-being, while spiritual guidance supports personal growth throughout recovery.

Lifespan Behavioral Health and Ongoing Support

For children and teens, Aurora offers specialized behavioral health programs in a safe and therapeutic setting. The hospital’s Kradwell School provides individualized education for students managing behavioral or emotional challenges, ensuring academic continuity alongside care. After treatment, Aurora’s alumni and volunteer programs foster community engagement, connection, and lifelong recovery support, helping individuals and families sustain progress long after formal treatment ends.

Structured Programs for Every Need

Aurora’s continuum of care includes inpatient hospitalization for crisis stabilization and detox, partial hospitalization for structured daytime therapy, and intensive outpatient programs for flexible ongoing support. Each program is led by a multidisciplinary team who tailor care plans to the individual’s medical needs and recovery goals. This coordinated approach helps ensure safety, consistency, and a smooth transition between levels of care.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • State insurance
  • Some Private Insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Hospital inpatient detoxification
  • Hospital inpatient treatment
  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Mental health support

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Testing for HIV
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Access to nature

Activities

  • Movies
  • Yoga
  • Fitness activities
  • Job training
  • Spiritual or faith-based services
  • Volunteering opportunities

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit
Aurora Psychiatric Hospital Inc
Call 414-454-6601

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