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Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs

Please keep in mind that Hope and Serenity's Alcohol and drug Treatment Programs are two-pronged. During the Co-occurring Disorder Treatment portion, the underlying issues that drive an active addiction to continue are addressed.

During the drug and alcohol treatment program portion, the active addiction is addressed, beginning with detoxification from the drugs and/or alcohol (with medication as required), then involvement in a twelve step program; obtaining a sponsor; actively working the twelve steps through group and peer tutoring and living with peers in various stages of recovery help build a strong foundation on which an addict or alcoholic can begin to grow.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL TREATMENT / CO-OCCURRING DISORDER PROGRAM

Dual-diagnosis and treatment for co-occurring disorder means that we view substance abuse as a symptom of underlying psychological issues. People experiment with drugs or alcohol initially because of peer pressure. When that invisible line is crossed into addiction, however, the using becomes driven by depression and/or anxiety. As a dual-diagnosis program we emphasize the twelve-steps of recovery. Our clients attend multiple twelve-step meetings and participate in twelve-step work to gain freedom from from alcohol and/or drug addiction. In addition, our clients participate in individual and group counseling in order to alleviate the depression and anxiety underlying the addiction.

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

Individual therapy consists of meeting one-on-one with a licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Alcohol Treatment Specialist to address the underlying psychological issues behind the addiction, usually depression and/or anxiety. The therapists will aid the client in exploring the root cause of the anger, depression and/or anxiety. When the anger is released, the anxiety and depression are alleviated, thereby allowing happiness to move in. Therapists are experienced and trained to address such issues as; child abuse, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), hostile relationships, family of origin issues and other core issues.

GROUP THERAPY

Group therapy is geared toward understanding and finding a resolution to the faulty belief systems and root causes of alcohol and drug addiction within the context of a group of peers. Generally, individuals believe that they are the only one that been abused, neglected or mistreated. When they talk about these issues among peers and with trained therapists, they are able to see and hear how others in the "same program" are resolving issues. This allows the client to give and receive peer support while simultaneously knowing that they are not alone, thereby helping to alleviate feelings of guilt and worthlessness.

FAMILY THERAPY

In order for clients to remain clean and sober, they must have a support system when they leave the alcohol and drug treatment center. This does not necessarily mean family members, but significant friends or significant "others", who will be there for support after the dual diagnosis treatment portion of the program has ended. Family therapy sessions function to help the client work out issues with family members or friends, learn about available support systems when they leave and plan for issues such as housing, belonging, dependency and so forth. Counseling groups are facilitated by trained licensed professionals.

MEDICAL EVALUATION

A comprehensive medical evaluation is conducted during the alcohol and/or drug detoxification process. The medical team will carefully assess each client's individual situation. Laboratory analysis including liver and kidney functions, complete blood counts and metabolic blood workups are used in the medical evaluation as needed.

AFFILIATED MEDICAL TEAM

Our affiliated medical team includes an addiction medicine specialist, a physician's assistant, a licensed clinical psychologist and nurse practitioners with decades of experience in behavioral medicine, pain management and addiction medicine. Our medical team will do a full and comprehensive assessment, carefully evaluating each client's history and current issues. Each client's current condition, as well as medication will be closely monitored, with the medical team on call twenty-four hours a day.

SPIRITUAL COUNSELING

Healing the mind, body and spirit can include spiritual counseling. If you would like some help with a question relating to a spiritual matter or some prayer for your well-being, healing or recovery from addiction, we have advisors available upon your request.

TWELVE-STEP PROCESS

Working the twelve steps of recovery sets the foundation for your journey outside of the program. Our clients will be introduced to the twelve-step process and sponsorship. They will begin working on the steps in a group session. The client will be educated on what each step represents and also how and when it can be applied to his/her life.

PHYSICAL FITNESS

Vital to an individual's well being is proper exercise. Taking into consideration the status of the alcohol and drug treatment program client's current physical condition, an individualized exercise program will be established.

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Massage therapy is one of the most effective natural tools for healing the body from the damages caused by the life style in association with alcohol and drug addiction. The nurturing touch is simple, instinctual and more powerful than we can imagine. Some of the many studies on therapeutic massage show conclusively that it reduces stress, alleviates depression, reduces pain and boosts the immune system. Therapeutic massages are not included in our alcohol and drug treatment programs, however they are available upon request for an additional fee.

YOGA

Classes are offered at our physical fitness center twice a week. A committed yoga practice produces personal transformation, energy and growth. A regular practice contributes to a fuller realization of all aspects of your own self-potential as it creates physical, mental and spiritual health and well-being.

What Our Clients Would Say

Confidentiallity and privacy are always respected and strictly enforced at Hope and Serenity Dual Diagnosis Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs. However, what our clients would tell you in some cases is that, at Hope and Serenity they felt loved for the first time in their lives. In other cases, it reminded them of how they were once treated before their addictions ravaged their lives. LOVE is the master component of recovery at Hope and Serenity Dual Diagnosis Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program. Come see for yourself and you will know that the above is not just a marketing statement. LOVE is the answer.

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