Experiential Therapy-Centered Meth Addiction Treatment in the Northeast

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

Methamphetamine is a potent substance that can be extremely addictive and is known to be highly dangerous. More commonly referred to as meth or crystal meth, methamphetamine triggers a rush of euphoria, sense of detachment, increased alertness and energy, and a lack of need for sleep. These effects can be so powerful that an individual’s sense of reasoning and judgment can be negatively impacted, and meth abuse can then become meth addiction. When an individual becomes dependent on meth, he or she will let go of all control regarding the amount and frequency of his or her meth abuse, which can expose him or her to a number of negative consequences and outcomes. Meth addiction can be very hard to defeat without professional assistance from a reputable addiction rehab center.

At Huntington Creek Recovery Center in Pennsylvania, we know the many ways in which meth abuse and addiction can destroy one’s life, and we offer specialized treatment programming that is proven effective in the effort to help the men and women of the Northeast defeat the desire to abuse meth and start reclaiming control over their lives. At Huntington Creek Recovery Center, experienced professionals can help those who are addicted to meth out of their deadly pattern of abuse and can lead them towards successful recovery.

Helping a loved one get treatment for meth addiction

Knowing that a friend, family member, or other loved one is abusing or is addicted to meth can be frightening and anxiety-provoking. However, you should not allow your concerns to morph into feelings of hopelessness. There are numerous things that you can do to have a potentially life-saving effect on your loved one, including the following:

• Gather information about meth abuse and the impact it can have on your loved one. Learn about the signs and symptoms of meth abuse, and obtain information on the disease of addiction. In doing so, you can come to understand both the effects of meth and how addiction is impacting your loved one.
• Research different rehab programs or interventions that have proven to be effective in the treatment of meth abuse, and determine what centers can offer your loved one the treatment he or she needs. You can do this through online research, reaching out to experts on the phone, and visiting treatment programs and other support services around you.
• Get help for yourself. At this time, it is likely that you are not at your best emotionally or psychologically, which is why good self-care is imperative at this time. In addition, reach out to your loved ones to help develop a support system for both yourself and your loved one. Doing so can help you significantly as you go through this process.
• Inform your loved one of your concerns, and prepare for him or her to be defensive about it. However, remain calm and clearly communicate your concerns, all while allowing him or her to share his or her feelings. If need be, reach out for help from a professional interventionist to help mitigate this issue.
• Continue to respect your loved one by listening to what he or she has to say, maintain an open line of communication, and do not allow denial or resistance to stand in your way of helping your loved one.
• As soon as your loved one obtains treatment, continue to be as active in his or her care as possible. This can include engaging in family sessions held at the rehab center. Obtain feedback from your loved one’s treatment team on how to support him or her both during and after treatment.

Know that rehab is just one part of a longer path towards recovery. Your loved one will achieve much success, as well as experience setbacks. Obtain realistic expectations and be sure to care for your own physical and psychological needs. Always remain a positive and supportive presence in your loved one’s life.

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

Untreated meth abuse and addiction can negatively impact one’s life in a devastating manner. The abuse of meth can lead to lung, liver, and kidney damage, as well as sores, abscesses, and significant harm to one’s gums and teeth. Long-term meth abuse can also increase one’s chances of contracting sexually transmitted diseases, viral infections, and injuries such as falls and slips. Additionally, those who keep abusing meth can also battle with hallucinations, disorientation, psychosis, and delusions. Those whose bodies and minds have been dramatically impacted by their continued abuse of meth will start to experience challenges to establish or maintain healthy personal relationships, uphold work expectations, or otherwise partake in a productive life. Divorce, separation, chronic unemployment, ostracization, financial strife, homelessness, and even death can occur when someone is dependent on meth and does not obtain professional help from a licensed addiction rehab center. However, by obtaining effective treatment, those who have been dependent on meth can start to heal physically and psychologically, avoid potential damage, and start to walk the path of long-term recovery.

Types of meth 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 premier luxury rehab center that promotes a sense of peace and serenity as individuals receive treatment for drug and/or alcohol addictions. Men and women aged 18 and older can partake in all-inclusive, evidence-based care that is designed to help them 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 treatment centers in Pennsylvania. This compassionate team of professionals includes a clinical director, a clinical supervisor, a psychologist, primary counselors, counselor’s assistants, residential technicians, a recreational therapist, and an acupuncturist. All of these individuals are experts in their fields and provide a level of kindness and empathy that helps the men and women of Pennsylvania truly overcome their challenges. In addition, all of the staff members at our 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 Huntington Creek Recovery 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 treatment plans when individuals are working to overcome an addiction to meth:

Detoxification services: When individuals come to Huntington Creek Recovery Center in Pennsylvania with substances of abuse actively in their systems, such as methamphetamine, they will typically need to begin the treatment 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 our 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 meth addiction may require certain medications in order to alleviate their distressing symptoms. During their first week in programming, 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 methamphetamine, individual therapy sessions can be an ideal place for patients to process through what they are learning in treatment, 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 meth. 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:

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

All of the group topics are patient-driven, meaning that the topics discussed will be catered to 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, Huntington Creek Recovery Center implements a number of experiential therapies into the overall course of programming when individuals are working to overcome an addiction to meth or other substances. Examples of such therapeutic interventions can include, but are not limited to, the following:

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

Additionally, a ropes course is included in the experiential therapy options offered at our addiction rehab center. 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 can be a wonderful way for patients to learn to combat their addictions to methamphetamine head-on and feel confident in their ability to maintain sobriety.

Continuing care and levels of treatment for meth addiction

Because the road to lasting sobriety is not one that ends upon the completion of treatment, 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 meth, 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 treatment, 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 in Pennsylvania, the men and women of 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 methamphetamine rule your or your loved one’s life; get help today.