Emotional Management focuses on understanding and developing skills to improve the emotional literacy of participants. Participants will gain an increased ability to regulate their emotions and understand the connection between how emotions can activate a craving to use. The curriculum offers a blend of psychoeducation and experiential sessions focused on increasing awareness and identification of feelings, identifying specific emotional reactions and how they have impacted substance use. Content will include developing coping skills to manage strong emotional states, distress tolerance, and managing emotional flooding.

The Resiliency Skills group focuses on strengthening the inner resources needed to overcome adversity and maintain long-term recovery. Participants learn strategies to build emotional resilience, adapt to challenges, and bounce back from setbacks. By cultivating these skills, individuals are better equipped to handle the ups and downs of life, fostering a sense of empowerment and stability that supports their journey to sustained sobriety.

Expressive/Creative Arts is a complementary offering that may help participants expand their world view while gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying issues that impacted their functioning. Expressive/Creative arts will focus on expanding individuals’ adaptive strategies through modalities such as dance, psychodrama, art and theater. 

The Mindfulness and Spirituality in Recovery group offers a safe environment for individuals to learn, explore, gain a deeper understanding of their core values and belief systems, and experience various mindfulness techniques and spiritual practices. During active addiction individuals often lose the ability to “be.” Instead, the brain and body became accustomed to being in an active state. The journey of recovery can often be confusing, painful, discouraging, and sometimes hopeless.

This group combines psychoeducation with experiences designed to develop more intentional skills. Participants will learn about and practice various meditation methods, engage in breathing exercises, learn how to do a body scan, and develop skills to quiet an anxious mind. Participants will also learn the difference between religion and spirituality, and be able to explore how they define a higher power in a judgment and pressure-free space.

Developing healthy habits and good life skills is a key ingredient to long term sobriety. This pychoeducation group provides information about how addiction impacts the body’s health and nutrition during recovery. Other topics include sleep hygiene, fun in recovery and building a sober network. Often it is difficult for people to get back on their feet. Finances, employment/education and time management segments are designed to develop the skills needed to live a well-rounded life and move from surviving in sobriety to thriving in sobriety.

Our Integrative Services group provides an avenue for individuals to explore the spirit, mind, and body connection by participating in services such as energy therapy (Reiki), yoga, acupuncture, sound healing, and strength training. These groups are scaled to the client’s ability and comfort level, providing an individualized plan for each person while experiencing the support of group participation. Including integrative services in your recovery plan provides an avenue for expression and builds a foundation for positive coping skills as you walk through your journey to sobriety. 

Cinematherapy is a therapeutic technique that uses films as a tool to help individuals explore their emotions, gain insights into their behaviors, and develop new perspectives. By watching and discussing selected movies, participants can identify with characters and situations, facilitating personal reflection and growth. This creative approach to therapy can be particularly effective in helping individuals process complex feelings, build empathy, and discover new coping strategies in a safe and engaging environment.

The Life Skills group is designed to equip individuals with essential tools for everyday living and long-term recovery. This group focuses on developing practical skills such as effective communication, time management, budgeting, and decision-making. By mastering these skills, participants can enhance their independence, improve their relationships, and better navigate the challenges of daily life, all of which are critical for maintaining sobriety and achieving a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

The Multifamily Group brings together clients and their families to foster open communication, mutual understanding, and collective healing. This group offers a supportive environment where families can learn about addiction, share their experiences, and develop healthy strategies for supporting their loved ones in recovery. By involving the entire family in the treatment process, the Multifamily Group strengthens relationships, promotes recovery for all members, and builds a solid foundation for lasting change.

The Family Processing group provides a dedicated space for families to dive deeper into the emotions and challenges that arise during the recovery journey. This group focuses on processing the discussions from the Multifamily Group, allowing participants to explore their feelings, address unresolved issues, and develop healthier dynamics. Through guided conversations and therapeutic support, families can work through conflicts, strengthen their bonds, and create a more supportive environment for their loved one’s recovery.

The Recovery Skills group is designed to empower individuals with the essential tools and strategies needed to maintain sobriety. In this group, participants learn and practice skills such as managing cravings, coping with triggers, building resilience, and developing a relapse prevention plan. By focusing on practical, actionable techniques, the Recovery Skills Group helps clients build a strong foundation for lasting recovery and equips them to confidently navigate the challenges of sober living.