Get to Know Great Lakes
The Pasadena Villa Great Lakes treatment center boasts a modern aesthetic, water features, and walking trails. As a residential psychiatric treatment center, we offer customizable, comprehensive treatment for a wide range of mental health disorders.
Our primary goal is to equip our clients with the tools they need to transition to everyday life successfully. Our convenient, serene setting is the perfect environment to escape the busyness of daily life and focus on healing.
What we treat
Complex mental health disorders, co-occurring conditions
Who we treat
Adults (ages 18+) of all genders
Payment options
Out-of-network insurance, private pay
Medicare/Medicaid?
Not accepted
Our Program
Great Lakes provides a nurturing environment that promotes health, recovery, and personal motivation. Our tailored treatment programs are rooted in our Social Integration Model™, which focuses on preparing clients for a successful life beyond treatment. We also incorporate family therapy, and our Care Through Culinary™ nutrition program helps clients nourish their minds and bodies, supporting their journeys toward recovery.
How We Treat
- Art & music therapy
- Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
- Cognitive processing therapy (CPT)
- Recreational therapy
- Relapse prevention
The Great Lakes Difference
The Social Integration Model™
This proprietary treatment model, which focuses on real-life situations, is the heart of our programming. It ensures that vital social and life skills are learned and practiced under professional guidance.
Evidence-Based Treatment
Our treatment approach is firmly rooted in evidence-based therapies and individualized treatment plans created for each client based on their needs. Our outcomes are a testament to the impact of our methods.
Our Facility
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Insurance & Payment Options
Great Lakes is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (NPI: 1598505968).
For payment or admissions questions, please contact our admissions team at 269.227.1849.
Our Leadership
Meet Our Team
Led by a team of masters-level mental health professionals, the staff at Great Lakes is dedicated to providing an inclusive, compassionate, and personalized treatment environment for every client.
Eric Forestal
MSW, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
John Kupfner, MD
Medical Director
Brigette Sitarski
LPC
Director of Clinical Services
Kylie Kolassa
RN
Director of Nursing
Shiela Owens
LLPC, MA, MHT
Therapist
Georgia Anderson
LMSW
Therapist
Sydney Higgins
CTRS
Recreation Therapist
Leslie Sutfin
Client Service Representative
Charles Lipsey
Facilities Manager
Nikki McGruder
PHR
Human Resources Manager
Now Hiring
Join us in our mission to provide top-notch, evidence-based care and support individuals on their journey to healing!
Our staff is the most important resource in our care and service commitment to our clients/residents. We nurture and maximize professional talents through a culture of trust, honesty, respect, integrity, accountability, and commitment. We foster an environment where professional excellence is valued, healthcare quality is enhanced, and individual needs are anticipated and responded to.
Note: When clicking the button below, please use the locations filter and select “Pasadena Villa Great Lakes – Battle Creek, MI, 49017” to view available positions.
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