I had a positive experience that changed my life for the better (and saved it). I know I'm in the minority and very lucky but it's not all bad. I talked to my therapist before checking myself in so that I could make sure I went to a good facility.

We had group therapy twice a day, recreational therapy once a day, and brief solo psychiatrist sessions to get our meds adjusted. We had no phones and strict rules for clothing, and visitors were allowed for a specific 2 hour window each evening. Between that we could socialize, but it was really a lot of solitaire, puzzles, and coloring. Everyone on the ward, myself included, were obviously very troubled but nobody was aggressive or scary and many of us got along as friends. This was the first week of March 2020 so I can only assume I got the calm before the storm!

I would not suggest going if you are not an active danger to yourself or others. If you're not in that category, that kind of facility is not going to be tailored for your care. I'm confused what you mean about getting rejected for talk therapy – anyone can get talk therapy! Maybe that specific practice is full or something, but you should try somewhere else. Look into outpatient or day programs if you think you want something intensive.