Therapeutic Services

Our Philosophy

Treatment is often more successful when one is encouraged to identify his or her own life goals in the context of existing strengths. We do not believe that a resident and the treatment team need to hold the same view of symptoms in order to work together in improving quality of life. In fact, residents frequently have a more personal explanation of their experiences, and an investment in understanding this perspective can aid the treatment process. Efforts to force residents to see that they are ill, or accept specific experiences as symptoms of an illness, are often fraught with frustration and met with denial or anger. Approaching the individual in a supportive, person-centered manner is crucial to the development of a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Frequently, the resident and their treatment team readily agree on specific short and long-term goals and can utilize resources to move towards achieving these. We may “agree to disagree” on the causes of identified barriers while working closely towards progress in the individual’s personal life goals. Individuals presenting with extreme resistance to treatment often engage well in this collaborative approach, allowing for initial safety and stabilization as a gateway to further therapeutic work.

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Evaluation & Treatment Planning

Every resident begins their journey with a personalized assessment and care plan:

• Initial Assessment: Residents meet with a therapist for 1–3 sessions to complete a Comprehensive Clinical Assessment.
• Individualized Treatment Plan:
  • Developed collaboratively with the resident
  • Centered around personal goals and stated in the resident’s own words
  • Shapes the therapeutic services and supports provided
• Supportive Involvement: Family or trusted supports may be included, if the resident chooses.
• Ongoing Review: The plan is reviewed and updated regularly to track progress and adapt to evolving goals.

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Therapy Services

Our therapy offerings are personalized to support growth, build skills, and enhance quality of life:

• Core Services:
  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Recreational Therapy
  • Vocational Services
  • Individualized Skills Coaching
• Common Therapeutic Focus Areas:
  • Symptom Management
  • Psychoeducation
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Trauma Processing
• Evidence-Based Approaches (as clinically appropriate):
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
  • Expressive Therapies (e.g., art, music, movement)

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Psychiatry & Medication Management

We provide thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care to support each resident’s well-being:

• Psychiatric Intake:
  • Conducted shortly after admission
  • Reviews medical and mental health history
  • Evaluates medication needs
• Ongoing Medication Management:
  • Appointment frequency is tailored to each resident
  • Decisions are made collaboratively and reviewed regularly
  • Focused on safety, effectiveness, and individual choice