Tower Behavioral Health
Megan Schwar, LSW, is an experienced social worker and case manager currently serving at Tower Behavioral Health since October 2021. Prior to this role, Megan worked as a social worker at Project Transition from November 2015 to October 2021 and as a supports coordinator for the County of Lancaster from January 2017 to November 2017, where responsibilities included locating supports, informing clients and providers of needs, and creating individual support plans. Earlier experience includes serving as a case manager at The GEO Group, Inc. from April 2013 to September 2015, focusing on developing treatment and service plans. Megan holds a Master of Social Work degree from Alvernia University (2023) and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Sociology from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania (2012).
Tower Behavioral Health
Our hospital provides targeted treatment through a mood disorders unit,a general psychiatric unit, a co-occurring and specialty eating disorders program . We treat individuals who are experiencing acute crises from mental health concerns such as bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, self-harm, psychotic disorders, suicidal ideation, posttraumatic stress disorder,personality disorders and acute eating disorders . Our evidence-based treatment modalities include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral activation, motivational interviewing, wellness recovery action plan (WRAP), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and psychoeducation. We also provide patients with pharmacotherapy and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) when appropriate. Multidisciplinary teams consist of psychiatrists, registered nurses, behavioral health associates, social workers, case managers, psychologists, psychotherapists, educators, and occupational therapists. Each professional carefully evaluates patients to identify their unique needs and provide customized services that best suit their circumstances.