Experiential Therapy-Centered Alcohol Addiction Treatment in the Northeast

Learn more about alcohol addiction treatment at Huntington Creek Recovery Center in the Northeast

Countless individuals in Pennsylvania and the Northeast are affected by alcohol abuse and addiction. Since the consumption of alcohol is typically accepted, and mostly expected, amongst individuals ages 21 and older in the United States, it is not hard to see how this substance has become so prevalent throughout society today. However, there are some individuals who find that they are not able to control the amount of alcohol that they consume. Their desire for this substance starts to overpower all areas of their lives, causing things that were once important to them to be put on the back burner in regards to their alcohol use. Before they know it, all aspects of their lives have been negatively impacted by the abuse of this substance and they feel powerless to stop the destructive cycle. However, they do not need to feel powerless. Proudly serving the men and women of Pennsylvania and the Northeast, Huntington Creek Recovery Center can help.

Understanding how challenging it can be to defeat an alcohol addiction, the team at Huntington Creek Recovery Center provides comprehensive rehab and recovery services that take care of the unique needs of each patient as he or she works to defeat their personal war against addiction. With kindness and devotion, the team at our addiction center helps patients achieve sobriety, as well as the confidence and skills required to maintain it for the long-term.

Helping a loved one get treatment for alcohol addiction

If your family member or loved one is grappling with alcohol addiction, it is likely that you are feeling a number of emotions as you realize the many effects that this substance is having on the person you care for. You might also be feeling scared as to what the future holds for your loved one if he or she does not stop this potentially deadly behavior. As a concerned loved one, there are many things that you can do to help the person you care about at this time:

• Educate yourself on alcohol addiction and dependence signs and symptoms so that you are aware of the many effects of this disease.
• Share your honest feelings with your loved one regarding your concerns, doing so in a non-judgmental, understanding manner.
• Prepare yourself for your loved one to grow defensive or deny his or her behaviors. Stay calm and patient, and be ready to offer examples of specific behaviors that have caused you to become worried.
• Look into addiction treatment centers and options and present them to your loved one.
• As soon as your loved one has decided to obtain treatment, actively engage yourself within his or her therapeutic process.
• Realize that the path towards recovery can be long and bumpy. Do not let go of hope for your loved one. Continue to provide unconditional support and encouragement to him or her.

Why consider treatment for alcohol addiction at Huntington Creek Recovery Center in the Northeast

When individuals are burdened with the compulsion to abuse alcohol, they will, at some point, suffer from a number of negative consequences. The ability to uphold daily responsibilities can become challenging when alcohol is being abused, causing individuals to no longer be able to perform at work, follow through with household tasks, or carry out healthy relationships. As a result, individuals can lose their jobs, experience family discord, and lose friendships that were once held in great regard. In addition, those who abuse alcohol put themselves at risk for a number of destructive health consequences including liver, heart, kidney, and brain damage. Furthermore, the longer that individuals continue to consume alcohol, the more likely they are to increase the amount that they are consuming at any given time, putting them at risk for suffering alcohol poisoning, which can be deadly. Thankfully, by attending a reputable alcohol addiction rehab center, these negative outcomes can be effectively prevented and individuals can go back to living healthy and recovered lives.

Types of alcohol addiction treatment offered at Huntington Creek Recovery Center in the Northeast

Nestled on nearly 40 acres of land in the beautiful mountains of Pennsylvania, Huntington Creek Recovery Center is the Northeast’s leading luxury addiction rehab center that promotes a sense of peace and serenity as individuals receive treatment for drug and/or alcohol addictions. Serving the men and women of Pennsylvania and the Northeast Huntington Creek offers an all-inclusive, evidence-based continuum of care that is designed to help individuals successfully overcome their addictive behaviors and move forward in a life of hope, happiness, and sobriety.

The clinical staff at Huntington Creek Recovery Center brings a level of experience and expertise in the realm of addictions that are bar none when compared to other addiction centers. This compassionate team of professionals includes a clinical director, a clinical supervisor, a psychologist, primary counselors, counselor’s assistants, residential technicians, and a recreational therapist. All of these individuals are experts in their fields and provide a level of kindness and empathy that helps individuals truly overcome their challenges. In addition, all of the staff members at addiction rehab center are required to meet a number of hours for continuing education, which means that they are knowledgeable in the advances that are being made in the treatment of addictions and co-occurring disorders. This allows patients the comfort of knowing that they are receiving the best care possible. Furthermore, a staff member is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is designed to focus on trauma as it relates to addiction.

Each patient who receives care at our addiction rehab center benefits from the creation of an individualized treatment plan that is crafted specifically to meet his or her needs, concerns, and treatment goals. The following may be included in these individualized rehab plans when individuals are working to overcome an addiction to alcohol:

Detoxification services: When individuals come to Huntington Creek Recovery Center with substances of abuse actively in their systems, such as alcohol, they will typically need to begin the rehab process by first participating in detoxification services. Also known as detox, this process allows individuals to have drugs or alcohol effectively removed from their bodies while remaining as comfortable as possible. The detox staff at addiction rehab center consists of a medical director, a physician’s assistant, registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses, who all work to ensure the safety of each patient. While receiving care in the detox unit, patients will also be afforded full access to the clinical treatment program.

Medication management: Individuals who are suffering from symptoms of a co-occurring mental health disorder in addition to their battle with alcohol addiction may require certain medications in order to alleviate their distressing symptoms. During their first week at our addiction rehab center, patients will receive an assessment from a psychologist which will determine whether or not they are in need of medication or would benefit from further sessions with the psychologist. If medications are prescribed, the medical director and nurses will provide medication management services.

Individual therapy: Individual therapy sessions occur in a one-to-one forum where a patient meets confidentially with his or her primary counselor. When struggling with an addiction to alcohol, individual therapy sessions can be an ideal place for patients to process through what they are learning in rehab, as well as to discuss any concerns they have or any trials they are facing. These sessions are held at least two or three times per week.

Group therapy: Group therapy is another extremely beneficial medium for individuals who are working on recovering from an addiction to alcohol. In this setting, patients can benefit from being surrounded by peers who are facing challenges that are similar to their own. This can serve to provide a sense of comfort as men and women come to realize that they are not alone in their struggles, and therefore do not have to feel isolated. It can also be an optimal setting for individuals to give and receive support and encouragement to and from one another. Group therapy sessions are held daily and can include the following:

• Psychoeducational groups
• Anxiety group
• Gender-specific groups
• 12-Step topic groups
• Open therapy groups
• Trauma group
• Coping skills group

All of the group topics are patient-driven, meaning that the topics discussed will be catered the individuals who are participating in the group. As such, additional, substance-specific groups can be held, such as opioid-specific groups, alcohol-specific groups, etc.

Experiential therapy: In order to offer patients the opportunity to receive a holistic approach to care, addiction rehab center implements a number of experiential therapies into the overall course of programming when individuals are working to overcome an addiction to alcohol or other substances. Examples of such therapeutic interventions can include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Biofeedback bed
• AA meetings
• NA meetings
• Gym time
• Volleyball
• Yoga
• Meditation
• Nature walks
• Basketball
• Mini golfing
• Team-building exercises
• Hiking
• Patient outings
• Campfire groups

Additionally, a ropes course is included in the experiential therapy options offered. The ropes course can be viewed as a tangible way of confronting the obstacles that individuals face in early recovery. Working together, patients can develop communication skills, enhance team-building abilities, learn to give and receive constructive criticism, and learn how to utilize a support group. This type of therapy can be a wonderful way for patients to learn to combat their addictions to alcohol head-on and feel confident in their ability to maintain sobriety.

Continuing care and levels of treatment for alcohol addiction

Because the road to lasting sobriety is not one that ends upon the completion of rehab, the staff at Huntington Creek Recovery Center is dedicated to providing patients with thorough discharge planning so that the gains they made in rehab will continue to be expanded upon. As such, the aftercare planning is viewed as a critical part of programming and begins within the first week of a patient’s admission into treatment. As a part of the assessment process, the treatment team will consult about what the best environment for each patient’s recovery may be. They pay special attention to the barriers that may exist in the patient’s ability to achieve recovery from an addiction to alcohol, and are careful to arrange aftercare plans accordingly. Several factors are taken into consideration when planning aftercare, which may include financial resources available to the patient, the stability of his or her home environment, the progress that he or she makes in rehab, any potential legal concerns, his or her motivation for recovery, the need for follow-up medical care that may include medication assisted treatment options, and the presence of any co-occurring disorders. By receiving this comprehensive continuing care plan, patients can feel confident in facing any challenges that they have when they return home, which ultimately helps them maintain sobriety in their own environment.

By participating in the care offered at Huntington Creek Recovery Center, the men and women of Pennsylvania and the Northeast can overcome their destructive behaviors and return to a life that is free of the compulsion to use substances. Do not continue to let alcohol rule your or your loved one’s life. Get help today.