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Trauma-Informed Practices
Providing Clients with a Culture of Understanding, Trust, and Partnership in Drug and Alcohol Rehab
What Is a Trauma-Informed Approach to Addiction Treatment?
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) characterizes a trauma-informed approach to addiction treatment as one that:
- Realizes the severe impact of trauma and understands the potential paths for recovery
- Recognizes the signs and symptoms of trauma in all those involved in the treatment system
- Responds appropriately by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into policies, procedures, and practices
- Actively seeks to resist re-traumatization
The Importance of Trauma-Informed Practices
The majority of people who suffer from substance abuse disorders and addiction also have a history of painful experiences that have directly contributed to their use and relapse. Whether the trauma was a single incident or multiple incidences, or it happened recently or years ago, the footprint is equally devastating.
Nova provides trauma-informed practices by creating a culture that is based on an understanding of trauma, its relationship with addiction, and the needs of individuals who have been touched by traumatic experiences. This understanding allows us to craft an environment and rehab program that enhances the recovery process and provides a place where clients feel safe, understood,
and heard.
where we offer Trauma-Informed Practices
Austin, TX
Houston, TX
San Antonio, TX
Colorado Spring, CO
Trauma-Informed Care at Nova
The Nova staff strives to provide the best therapeutic experience possible to clients who have a history of trauma. From the very first day of a client’s treatment until the very end, our experienced clinical counselors facilitate treatment through a trauma-informed lens. This allows us to identify markers for survivors of traumatic events and allows clients to explore underlying issues without fear of shaming or a lack of knowledge from our staff.
Our skilled treatment team works together to blend our in-depth 12-step curriculum with clinical material, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which allows us to address more complex trauma in a more in-depth manner. This balanced blend of treatment methods helps us to recognize the presence of symptoms, acknowledge the role and impact of trauma in everyday life, and help clients become aware of interpersonal dynamics that need repair.
At Nova, our culture and philosophy for working with clients are built around creating an environment within our rehab center that nurtures this work. The core of our drug and alcohol rehab treatment team culture and philosophy is:
We understand the effects that traumatic experiences can have on clients’ relationships, worldview, and self-view, as well as the coping styles they have adopted to deal with it. With trauma-informed practices, we help clients address this deep-seated trauma by determining where it came from, how to work through it, and how to move forward in recovery.
- Physical and emotional safety
- Trauma-Informed Practices: This resource emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for clients, focusing on physical and emotional safety, trust, and empowerment.
- Life Skills Therapy: This article discusses how life skills therapy can improve mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and stress, which are crucial for maintaining emotional safety and establishing healthy boundaries.
- Trust and healthy boundaries
- Effective Communication in Rehab: This blog post provides insights into how to approach loved ones about drug rehab, emphasizing the importance of expressing concerns, setting boundaries, and offering support, which are vital for building trust and validating feelings.
- Having a voice and validating feelings
- An insightful article that delves into the importance of having a voice and validating feelings in the context of addiction recovery is "The Art of Communication: Navigating the Difficult Conversation of Drug Rehab with Your Loved One." This piece emphasizes the significance of active listening and empathy when discussing treatment options with a loved one, highlighting how acknowledging and validating their emotions can foster a supportive environment conducive to recovery.
- Additionally, the article "A Serious Conversation: Approaching Your Loved One About Drug Rehab – A Guide to Mastering Effective Communication" provides valuable insights into effective communication strategies for discussing drug rehab with a loved one.
- Partnership and promoting choice
- Individualized Addiction Treatment: This article highlights the necessity of personalized treatment plans that address the unique needs of each individual, promoting choice and partnership in the recovery process.
Examples of Trauma-Informed Care In Our Treatment Programming
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