6 Ways Personalized Recovery Supports Long-Term Success

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Facilities like Newport Beach Recovery Center offer personalized programs for people struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) and dual diagnosis. We believe everyone deserves to receive individualized treatment and services during rehabilitation. There are several factors; past trauma, cultural traditions, religious beliefs, and previous experiences with treatment all impact how you react to rehabilitation programs. We assess your needs and create a tailored plan to give you the best outcome possible. In addition to receiving high-quality treatment on-site, you will also have access to outside resources, including self-help and 12-Step groups, community assistance, and appropriate medical care.

How Does Newport Beach Recovery Center Personalize Care?

Newport Beach Recovery Center personalizes care by doing the following:

  • Ensuring all individual and group therapy sessions address the specific needs of each client
  • Accommodating personal, religious, and cultural traditions, including providing access to alternative holistic therapies
  • Collaborating closely with clients when creating treatment and aftercare plans
  • Providing an intimate, family-like setting that encourages healing and self-growth
  • Allowing clients to incorporate activities they enjoy into the treatment program

Clients undergo mandatory assessments and testing during admissions to ensure our care team knows what factors to consider throughout treatment. According to the National Library of Medicine (NLM), “Individualized treatment plans should consider age, gender identity, race and ethnicity, language, health literacy, religion/spirituality, sexual orientation, culture, trauma history, and co-occurring physical and mental health problems.” In addition, our staff talks with each client to determine what aspects of their personal beliefs and preferences to incorporate during treatment planning.

6 Ways Personalized Care Enhances the Effectiveness of Treatment

Treatment is more effective when it takes place in an environment that uses individualized care to ensure every part of the rehabilitation caters to the client. We individualize therapy groups and individual sessions by learning what truly motivates our clients, and we work with them to create a treatment plan tailored to their lifestyle and goals. Below are six ways personalized care can improve your treatment outcome.

#1. Reduced Risk of Relapse

Relapse prevention is one of the primary goals of outpatient treatment. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), “Through its emphasis on short-term behavioral goals, individualized counseling helps the patient develop coping strategies and tools to abstain from drug use and maintain abstinence.” In addition, the personalized treatment allows you to work with your therapist to create a strategy for relapse prevention that addresses issues you will face at home, work, or school during continuing care.

#2. More Relevant Group Therapy and Activities

All therapy groups and social activities at Newport Beach Recovery Center consider each client’s history, current disorders, triggers, and preferences to ensure people feel safe and comfortable. In addition, we often group people with similar life experiences. We also have gender-specific groups that address the various motivations and underlying issues for men, women, and individuals who identify as non-binary.

#3. More Individualized Trauma Treatment

Most people with SUD have a history of trauma from experiencing or witnessing something distressing. The risk factors for trauma and substance misuse overlap, and we treat both conditions concurrently to ensure a healthy recovery. A trauma-focused approach to treatment can enhance the effectiveness of therapy and peer support. We use personal assessments to determine how best to tailor your treatment plan to decrease re-traumatization risk.

#4. Lower Risk of Developing Co-Occurring Disorders

Personalized care lowers your risk of developing co-occurring disorders during treatment and continuing care. You will have access to the resources and tools you need to cope with daily stressors related to recovery. Your mental health will improve more quickly with this type of targeted treatment.

#5. Healthier Treatment Environment

The environment at facilities like Newport Beach Recovery Center reinforces healthy social interactions. In addition, individualized treatment plans create a more inclusive space by providing a family-like community, encouraging peer support, and offering appropriate accommodations when necessary.

#6. Efficient and Effective Treatment Planning

Efficient and effective treatment planning requires team collaboration to ensure we tailor program features to the needs of each client. You will benefit from a compassionate team of professionals working with you to create a treatment and aftercare plan that will prepare you for long-term recovery.

Why We Offer Personalized Care

We strive to provide personalized care to clients struggling with SUD and co-occurring conditions. Individuals who have attended other facilities might be familiar with the extreme limitations of standardized care that do not accommodate personal needs.

Personalized care can do the following:

  • Improve communication between client and care team
  • Enhance the effectiveness of individual and group therapy
  • Ensure a safe and secure environment
  • Provide services and alternative therapies relevant to your long-term recovery

Facilities that do not have individualized treatment cannot offer the same level of support, meaning clients in standardized programs may have a more difficult time coping during aftercare.

You can maintain sobriety long-term with the help of coping skills, recovery resources, and a healthy support system. We ensure you have the tools to transition to ongoing recovery with personalized treatment and aftercare planning. Many forms of peer support are available during treatment and aftercare, including group therapy, self-help groups, 12-Step groups, advocacy organizations, recovery events, and volunteer opportunities where peers can work together to serve their community. The Newport Beach Recovery Center care team will match you with groups and individual therapies to ensure you have the best outcome possible. We also offer alumni services, including referrals to group therapy and community services in your area, where you can connect to peers and get personalized care. Learn more about our programs and aftercare services by contacting our office. Call us today at (866) 541-6560 to speak with a team member.

Why Is Family Involvement Limited During Early Recovery?

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Many facilities either choose not to directly involve the family in treatment or increase their participation only in the later stages. Newport Beach Recovery Center allows families to contact their loved ones throughout treatment and may facilitate family therapy during later stages of treatment. We also provide support services, including referrals and information on community resources for families of individuals in recovery for substance use disorder (SUD).

We encourage treatment involvement when the family dynamic is healthy because it provides clients with an additional source of support. According to Social Work in Public Health, “Treating the individual without family involvement may limit the effectiveness of treatment for two main reasons: it ignores the devastating impact of SUDs on the family system leaving family members untreated, and it does not recognize the family as a potential system of support for change.” We believe the entire family unit should have support during the recovery process and provide referrals to family members who would like to attend individual therapy.

Why Is Family Often Not Involved in Early Recovery?

Early recovery, including treatment for detox and withdrawal, often does not include family therapy or much communication between clients and their loved ones. The reasons are practical. People in detox and withdrawal often have severe symptoms affecting their mental and physical health. Therefore, the best treatments are proper nutrition, therapeutic support, and a structured environment. In addition, contact with loved ones at that time might be emotionally destabilizing.

How Can Family Members Support Their Loved Ones?

Your family member will not be entirely cut off even during the earliest stages of detox and withdrawal, and they can do things to help support you throughout rehabilitation. For example, many facilities like Newport Beach Recovery Center will set up weekly calls with family members where they can check in with you over the phone to offer moral support and encouragement.

Can Anyone Attend Family Therapy?

Multiple therapeutic methods exist to treat family trauma and dysfunction. Family therapy is among the more popular options for individuals in residential or outpatient treatment for SUD. Anyone relevant to your recovery can attend family therapy, including:

  • Friends
  • Blood relatives
  • Adopted relatives
  • Roommates
  • Significant others
  • Mentors and sponsors

Although anyone can attend family therapy, not everyone should. In some instances, family therapy may exacerbate the issue. For example, if your loved one has opposing views on therapy or religious objections, having them attend sessions might cause more harm than good.

What Family Members Should Not Be Involved in Treatment?

Not every family member is willing or able to offer relevant support during recovery. In some cases, they do not have the emotional capacity to cope with their issues while providing compassionate encouragement to someone else. In those instances, some clients have a better outcome if their family members are not involved in the treatment process. At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we believe that families have a lot to offer, and their involvement can have a profound effect. However, in some instances involving family members may not benefit clients or their loved ones.

You should avoid regularly interacting with the following types of people during rehabilitation:

  • Anyone who reacts to treatment with shame, anger, or disgust
  • Anyone who constantly belittles you or uses your diagnosis as an excuse to blame you for their own choices
  • Anyone who has a strong religious or cultural objection to substance misuse and treatment
  • Anyone who frequently treats you disrespectfully and without regard for your mental health
  • Anyone who actively misuses substances

Individuals who will not uplift you and give you the time and space to heal should not have an opportunity to participate in your recovery. We understand relationships with family members can become strained, and you might feel compelled to “put up” with their behaviors to avoid conflict. However, allowing yourself to be emotionally mistreated or neglected can significantly impact your ability to prevent relapse during continuing care and ongoing recovery.

How Does Long-Term Recovery Affect Family Dynamics?

To succeed in long-term recovery, you should have a stable and supportive home environment and healthy relationships that encourage self-accountability. Positive family dynamics can motivate you to continue progressing in therapy despite the occasional setbacks that come with recovery.

Ongoing recovery can affect family dynamics in the following ways:

  • Improve verbal and nonverbal communication
  • Increase emotional support
  • Encourage better social interactions
  • Strengthen established boundaries
  • Improve conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

Every family member will benefit from you taking steps to repair the damage caused by maladaptive behaviors and past choices. You can take steps to strengthen those bonds and create a healthier and happier family unit using the resources at Newport Beach Recovery Center.

Newport Beach Recovery Center incorporates supportive family members in treatment when it will most benefit the client. If you and your loved ones share a strong bond and you want them to be a part of your rehabilitation, we can incorporate family therapy and support services into your treatment plan. For many people, early recovery requires complete focus on getting through the stages of detox and withdrawal. Family involvement in therapy is often limited during those stages because it can distract you from various aspects of therapy and treatment. You will collaborate with your care team to determine when or if to include your loved ones in the treatment process. Sometimes, family members cause more harm than good, and it might be in your best interest to avoid including them. To find out more about our treatment and family services, call us today at (888) 850-0363.

How a Family History of Mental Health Issues Affects Treatment

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Individuals who grow up in a family where loved ones struggle with substance misuse and mental health issues have a much higher risk of developing substance use disorder (SUD) and dual diagnosis. In addition, adolescents and young adults are more likely to experience problems with substance misuse if a parent has untreated SUD. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “about 12.3 percent of children aged 17 or younger†lived with “at least one parent with a SUD.†Being in such close proximity to the damaging effects of substance misuse can contribute to the following:

  • Behavioral issues
  • Lack of academic success
  • Reduced social skills
  • Family dysfunction

Treatment for individuals with a family history of substance misuse often involves trauma and family therapy to identify and resolve underlying issues. The rehabilitation programs at Newport Beach Recovery Center can treat SUD and help you recover from a family history of substance misuse or mental health disorders.

How Do Toxic Family Dynamics Increase the Risk of Substance Misuse?

The following toxic family dynamics can affect SUD treatment and recovery:

  • Generational trauma
  • Co-dependency
  • Domestic abuse
  • Childhood sexual or physical abuse
  • Parental fighting or a hostile divorce
  • Enabling behaviors
  • Stigmatizing behaviors
  • Indifference or neglect

Unsafe living environments also contribute to family issues during recovery. Newport Beach Recovery Center offers family therapy and support services. We also provide referrals and information on local community self-help groups and assistance locating financial or housing services if you do not have a safe place to return after treatment. We believe that education and a supportive community can help families heal and grow together while overcoming the effects of SUD.

How Can You Avoid Co-dependency and Enabling Relationships?

People with a family history of mental health issues have a higher risk of becoming part of an enabling or codependent relationship. You might not have had healthy role models to look up to during adolescence and young adulthood. Suppose you have difficulty recognizing or avoiding toxic relationships. In that case, it might be helpful to participate in a family-focused self-help group, family therapy, or classes on developing healthy family dynamics.

Below are a few ways you can avoid unhealthy relationships:

  • Learn to recognize signs of a codependent or enabling relationship
  • Set clear boundaries in your relationships
  • Communicate your needs clearly and actively listen to the needs of the other person
  • Increase your self-awareness and feelings of self-worth
  • Do not do things to please or protect the other person at the risk of your own mental or physical well-being
  • Practice conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • Do not be afraid to ask for help outside the relationship

In a relationship, people should healthily support one another. If you often make excuses for the other person or do things to make them happy, you might be in a toxic relationship. You can talk to an individual therapist or family counselor about ways to improve and repair damaged relationships and unhealthy dynamics. Romantic, sibling and parental relationships are the most common to develop co-dependency and enabling behaviors.

How Do You Break the Cycle of Multi-Generational Substance Misuse?

In some families, multiple generations actively engage in substance misuse. You can break the cycle by doing the following:

  • Entering a rehabilitation program and actively engaging in recovery
  • Cutting ties with toxic family members
  • Attending therapy and counseling to repair relationships
  • Becoming a role model to your family members by showing them how sobriety can improve overall health
  • Moving out of toxic home environments

When Should You Cut Ties With Family Members?

Breaking the cycle of abuse and substance misuse can sometimes mean cutting off ties with your close friends and family. You might hesitate out of a sense of loyalty or fear of being alone. However, you will not have to go through recovery on your own. A vibrant and diverse recovery community exists in most cities around the country. Deciding to distance yourself from the toxic people in your life can free you from their influence and allow you to build lasting, meaningful relationships with others who genuinely have your best interest at heart.

Cutting ties is a big step, and not recognizing when to take them can keep you living in an unhealthy environment. You would benefit from breaking off relationships with family members who do the following:

  • Verbally, emotionally, physically, or sexually abuse you
  • Dismiss your needs and concerns
  • Enable or actively encourage substance misuse
  • Engage in substance misuse or unhealthy risk-taking behaviors
  • Treat you unfairly or badly because of your past substance misuse
  • Judge you harshly for attending treatment

If the people in your life do not uplift you somehow, they may not have a place in your sober future. Not everyone wants to get better, and loved ones who choose to continue spreading negativity or hate should not inhibit your recovery. Cutting ties is not easy. However, sometimes it is necessary.

A family history of substance misuse and mental health issues can impact recovery in multiple ways. Some people may have a genetic risk of developing certain disorders, while others might not have a strong support system. If you feel like your family has contributed to your substance misuse, you can address that during therapy. In some cases, family-focused self-help groups and counseling can help heal the family. Suppose however, you are part of a family that actively supports addictive behaviors or undermines your choices. In that case, sober, you might benefit from setting clear boundaries and cutting ties with toxic family members. Making these changes is never easy, and you may need to overcome enabling or codependent relationships to maintain sustainable sobriety. To find out more about Newport Beach Recovery Center and the family services we offer, call us today at (888) 850-0363.

5 Common Avoidance Coping Tactics to Be Aware of During Therapy

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Treatment for substance misuse involves addressing underlying traumas and painful realities about the effects and consequences of addiction. Many people use conscious and unconscious avoidance tactics, including maladaptive ones, to minimize feelings of emotional distress. Unfortunately, maladaptive thought patterns, behaviors, and coping techniques can interfere with rehabilitation and continuing recovery.

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “In early treatment, clients can be emotionally fragile, ambivalent about relinquishing chemicals, and resistant to treatment.†At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we encourage clients to face their fears, overcome ambivalence, and work together with our care team to heal from the effects of substance use disorder (SUD).

Stress Management During Treatment

We use multiple therapeutic tools and stress management techniques to help clients manage their symptoms during treatment and aftercare. We help our clients successfully manage stress by doing the following:

  • We use a trauma-informed approach to care that reduces the risk of re-traumatization and decreases the severity of anxiety symptoms.
  • Our team uses gender-specific care to ensure clients feel safe and understood during treatment and therapy.
  • Clients can have weekly contact with their family over the phone or use video conferencing to encourage healthy relationships.

Many people miss their familiar routines and experience significant mood swings due to changes the body undergoes during detox and withdrawal. We help clients cope with symptoms and establish healthy habits. In addition, our team has decades of combined experience treating SUD, and we can assist clients in recognizing avoiding tactics and combatting ambivalence.

Common Forms of Avoidance

Substance use disorder can develop as an unhealthy coping mechanism to reduce emotional distress. Treatment will address underlying causes of avoidance related to substance misuse, including:

  • Ambivalence or uncertainty about treatment
  • Social stigmas and self-stigmatization
  • An unwillingness to change
  • Fear of facing the consequences of past actions
  • Anxiety or fear of the unknown
  • Lack of motivation

Understanding the cause of maladaptive behavior can make it easier to change. The most common forms of avoidance include:

  • Choosing not to reflect on personal thoughts, behaviors, or past actions.
  • Blaming others for personal failings and behaving passive-aggressively toward people who want to help.
  • Making constant excuses to procrastinate and put off treatment, therapy, and change.
  • Spending too much time thinking deeply about issues and possible solutions without taking action.
  • Not giving new routines a chance to become established before dismissing them as unhelpful and returning to old habits.

Fear of change or anxiety about the unknown might stop some people from ever seeking help for their substance misuse. Unfortunately, sometimes people do not realize their actions have delayed necessary treatments and lowered their quality of life.

Achieving and Maintaining Emotional Stability

Avoidance tactics are often a way to maintain emotional equilibrium by not engaging with people or activities that might trigger emotional distress. In many cases, individuals with SUD have historically used substances during moments of high stress. Encountering stressful subjects or situations in treatment might trigger cravings, flashbacks, or intrusive thoughts – typical symptoms of SUD. Learning how to cope with them in a controlled environment will decrease the risk of relapse and help you learn how to manage everyday stressors healthily.

5 Ways to Overcome Avoidance

Overcoming ambivalence toward treatment or fears related to triggers takes hard work and determination. First, you must actively choose to find new ways to cope with stressful situations instead of avoiding them. Below are five ways you can counter consciousness or unconscious avoidance tactics.

#1. Learn to Recognize Avoidance Behaviors

Learning to recognize avoidance behaviors is the most crucial step in retraining yourself to cope with challenges instead of avoiding them. Some common tactics include:

  • Rationalizing unhealthy behaviors instead of addressing them and actively working to fix them,
  • Putting off changes to another time when you “feel better,â€
  • Not disclosing issues to your therapist or support team, and ignoring them

#2. Challenge Irrational Beliefs and Thoughts

Everyone has irrational beliefs and thoughts that affect their life to some degree. When those thoughts interfere with your ability to cope with specific issues in your life, then it might be time to analyze those beliefs and find ways to replace them with ones that will improve your mental health. When you come to a moment where you can avoid addressing an issue or face it head-on and deal with it, irrational beliefs might start popping up with inherent reasons to continue avoiding progress. You need to challenge those thoughts and find the motivation to continue making progress.

#3. Decrease Stress Using Mindfulness

Mindfulness-based techniques like deep breathing, grounding exercises, and meditation can decrease overall stress and help you think more rationally and clearly about situations in your life. In addition, you will be more mentally focused if you regularly practice mindfulness, making it easier to implement healthy strategies and recognize avoidance behaviors.

#4. Talk About Your Avoidance Behaviors in Therapy

Your therapist is there to help you work through problems and find healthy solutions that will improve your mental health and quality of life. If you identify an area of avoidance, bring it up to your therapist, and use their objective perspective to find new ways of thinking about the issue.

#5. Practice Self-Care and Maintain Self-Accountability

Self-care involves making choices that prioritize your health and well-being. By practicing regular self-care and maintaining self-accountability, you can avoid falling back into old thought patterns or behaviors. Some popular forms of self-care include:

  • Meditation or low-stress exercises like yoga
  • Doing something you love
  • Visiting with loved ones and friends
  • Taking time for yourself

Many people in early recovery struggle with ambivalence, fear of change, and an unwillingness to face challenging aspects of recovery. Therapy can help you recognize the value of addressing problem areas and positively changing your thoughts and behaviors. Accepting the need for change and learning to identify maladaptive behaviors can make it easier to start living a healthier lifestyle. For example, sustained avoidance causes severe issues with your personal life, relationships, and long-term recovery. You can stop consciously or unconsciously using avoidance tactics by using mindfulness techniques, increasing self-awareness, and practicing regular self-care. Newport Beach Recovery Center uses evidence-based methods to teach essential coping skills that will allow you to face and overcome challenges related to recovery from SUD. To learn more about our facility and the programs we offer, call us today at (888) 850-0363. Our team can help you find the motivation to stop avoiding progress.

What Is the Difference Between Hypnotherapy and EMDR?

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Newport Beach Recovery Center offers a wide range of treatment options for individuals struggling with substance use disorder (SUD). Although overlaps exist between the various effects of hypnotherapy and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), the treatments have very different uses. Our team ensures clients have access to whichever type of therapy best accommodates their needs, preferences, and recovery goals. 

What Is EMDR? 

EMDR is a treatment designed initially for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), “EMDR can help [people] process upsetting memories, thoughts, and feelings related to…trauma.â€Â 

The process works by using bilateral stimulation and various therapeutic techniques to help the brain reprocess traumatic and distressing memories. The treatment can decrease or completely remove trauma responses in clients with SUD.  

Benefits of EMDR include: 

  • Quick and long-lasting relief from symptoms related to traumatic events
  • Reduced stress and anxiety
  • Fewer behavioral issues related to trauma 

What Is Hypnotherapy? 

Hypnosis is an alternative holistic therapy that can provide relief to certain individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, and various mental health issues. External stimulations are often combined with guided imagery and meditation to create an altered state of consciousness that allows the mind to process thoughts, feelings, and memories in a new way. 

Benefits of hypnotherapy include: 

  • Stabilized moods 
  • Reduced stress 
  • Increased positivity 

How Is Hypnotherapy Used to Treat Trauma?

Hypnotherapy can be used in the healing process for many mental health issues, including trauma. Using hypnotherapy in a treatment setting can help clients face traumatic events by embedding them into new contexts. Hypnotherapy can aid in the treatment of trauma by:

  • Helping consolidate traumatic memories in the subconscious, so the memories become less intrusive
  • Teaching clients stress reduction techniques
  • Helping clients identify trauma triggers
  • Assisting in identifying situations and other memories that may compound traumatic memories

Is EMDR the Same as Hypnotherapy?

EMDR is not the same as hypnotherapy; both can have different applications in the recovery process. Individuals with PTSD and other anxiety or trauma-related disorders can benefit from both treatment methods. The symptoms of SUD often include anxiety, depression, and mood swings that hypnosis and EMDR can address by doing the following: 

  • Providing a new context for distressing memories or thoughts
  • Eliminating irrational feelings or thoughts related to the trauma 
  • Disconnecting feelings of helplessness from the memories or thoughts 

The state of consciousness during therapy is the primary difference between the two treatments. Hypnotherapy creates an altered state of consciousness, resulting in a deep trance. During EMDR, on the other hand, clients remain in complete control and fully aware of their surroundings without any altered states of consciousness. There is some overlap in how some individuals feel after the therapy sessions, with many clients reporting increased positivity and reduced anxiety. 

Why Does Newport Beach Recovery Center Use Hypnotherapy?

At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we use the most beneficial methods for our clients. We bring in experts who can provide high-quality services and therapy in whatever methodology will be most beneficial for an individual or group. We use hypnotherapy to treat a wide range of disorders, including: 

  • Panic disorder 
  • PTSD
  • Chronic stress 
  • Major depression 
  • Various mood disorders 
  • Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
  • Secondary or tertiary eating disorders

Trained therapists generally use hypnotherapy and EMDR to treat different symptoms and conditions. Hypnotherapy encourages changes in behavior, while EMDR assists clients in reprocessing traumatic memories and events. However, clients can choose to use both simultaneously to reduce the impact of trauma and anxiety during the recovery process. 

How Does EMDR Decrease Trauma Responses? 

EMDR works to decrease trauma responses by changing the way the brain interprets memories. According to The Permanente Journal, “The flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts of PTSD are prime examples of symptoms resulting from the triggering of these memories.â€Â 

Researchers found that during EMDR, “The originally experienced negative emotions, physical sensations, and beliefs are altered as the targeted memory is integrated with more adaptive information.†Reprocessing the memories and ideas associated with the trauma can reduce the severity of symptoms. In some cases, EMDR can eliminate trauma-related symptoms within a few sessions. 

Do Therapists Ever Combine Hypnotherapy and EMDR?

Hypnotherapy and EMDR are sometimes combined to decrease anxiety, stress, and discomfort during treatment. Some clients choose to use both therapies to address different aspects of their recovery, including: 

  • Mood swings 
  • Maladaptive coping mechanisms 
  • Anxiety and panic 
  • Disordered eating 
  • Depressive symptoms 
  • Specific phobias
  • Triggers and intrusive thoughts

The combination of hypnotherapy and EMDR usually occurs in distinct sessions, each designed to address specific issues. The dedicated team at Newport Beach Recovery Center uses comprehensive assessments to determine which treatment options will work best for each client. We collaborate with clients to create an individualized care plan incorporating the most effective tools and resources to treat their condition.  

The care team at Newport Beach Recovery Center uses various methods to treat substance use disorder, including alternative holistic options like hypnotherapy. Everyone reacts differently to treatment; some people are more responsive to methodologies that promote natural healing, while others prefer a more systematic and science-based approach. We use whatever treatment will be most beneficial to you and tailor every session to ensure the best possible outcome. Although hypnotherapy and EMDR share some similarities, they are very different approaches to treatment. However, in some cases, hypnosis and EMDR can complement one another to limit the damaging effects of trauma or stress. Our team at Newport Beach Recovery Center will collaborate closely with you to ensure you receive the best treatment. To learn more about how we can incorporate hypnosis into your personalized treatment plan, call Newport Beach Recovery Center today at (888) 850-0363.

Improving Natural Physical and Emotional Wellness

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Mental health is directly affected by a person’s physical and emotional wellness. At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we use various aspects of holistic care to ensure every client receives the support they need to heal physically and mentally from substance use disorder (SUD). We provide positive social interactions, group exercises and activities, a structured schedule, and nutritional meals. During rehabilitation, clients have an opportunity to create healthy routines that they can incorporate into their daily routines. Holistic care can help clients avoid slipping back into maladaptive thought patterns or behaviors. 

What Is Natural Physical Wellness? 

Natural physical wellness helps clients strengthen the mind-body connection using healthy routines. The natural therapies and techniques used to ensure physical health can positively impact the effectiveness of traditional talk therapy and prescription medication. During rehabilitation, focusing on physical wellness can improve the following: 

  • Nutritional intake 
  • Sleep quality 
  • Mood stability 
  • Physical activity 
  • Spiritual health
  • Medication management

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Nutrition, exercise, and appropriate health care…make up the physical dimension of wellness.” Newport Beach Recovery Center encourages clients to participate in natural therapies and activities that strengthen overall mental and physical health. 

How Do Natural Remedies Support Recovery? 

Natural remedies can support multiple aspects of recovery. Clients who feel more comfortable engaging in holistic therapies often notice the following when they use complementary methods like natural healing: 

  • Decrease in negative emotions and thoughts 
  • Reduced symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress
  • Fewer panic and trauma responses
  • Decreased physical symptoms, including muscle tension, body aches, and migraines

Everyone responds to treatment differently. According to the Surgeon General, “People will choose their [path to recovery] based on their cultural values, their socioeconomic status, their psychological and behavioral needs, and the nature of their substance use disorder.†We use whatever methods best fit our client’s goals and motivations. Reducing the severity of symptoms using natural remedies can allow clients to refocus their energy on evidence-based treatments.

Holistic Options at Newport Beach Recovery Center

Our dedicated team offers multiple natural and holistic therapy options for clients in recovery. We have the resources to bring in experts on various types of natural healing, including: 

  • Mind clarity
  • Meditation
  • Sound bath 
  • Herbal supplements
  • Nutritional coaching 

We integrate therapies that encourage natural physical wellness with traditional, evidence-based methods like psychotherapy to create an all-encompassing treatment plan. Clients are not required to take advantage of our holistic care. However, many people have found it helpful for decreasing stress, anxiety, depression, and other symptoms that can interfere with rehabilitation. 

Mind Clarity 

Mind clarity counseling helps clients focus and organize ideas in a way that allows them to think more clearly about their circumstances and treatment. Increased mental clarity and concentration can do the following: 

  • Make it easier to focus on various aspects of therapy
  • Help clients meet recovery goals
  • Improve problem-solving and communication skills

Mind clarity sessions make it easier for clients to understand how behaviors lead to specific outcomes. Part of recovery involves making healthier choices and finding new ways to cope with daily stressors. Clients who can think more clearly about what they want and how to achieve those goals will decrease their risk of relapse and improve their mental health. 

Meditation 

We can incorporate meditation into group and individual therapy. Some common types of meditation include: 

  • Movement meditation like yoga or nature walks 
  • Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) 
  • Transcendental meditation 
  • Guided meditation 
  • Group meditation
  • Mantra meditation
  • Breathwork 
  • Spiritual meditation 

We can bring in experts to guide clients through whatever form of meditation they respond to the best. 

Sound Baths

Sound baths are a form of mindfulness meditation that uses sound to relax the mind and body. Singing bowl meditation is one of the most common forms of sound bath and involves using a singing bowl to create pleasing sounds that encourage deeper meditation and physical relaxation. The technique is known to decrease anxiety and assist with improving mindfulness. The effects can last for days or weeks. Clients often report feeling energized by the experience.

Nutritional and Herbal Supplements

Essential vitamins and minerals play an important role in the body’s recovery from substance misuse. We have nutritional experts who can provide information on herbal supplements and how they can enhance the effectiveness of other treatments. The care team can help clients incorporate herbal supplements or nutritional changes into their diet. 

Holistic Treatment and Relapse Prevention

According to SAMHSA, “A person’s recovery is built on his or her strengths, talents, coping abilities, resources, and inherent values.†Treatments focusing on natural physical wellness can help clients develop coping skills based on their strengths and ultimately prevent relapse. The intimate environment at our facility makes it easier to provide personalized holistic treatments to individuals who may feel more comfortable with alternative therapy.  

Natural healing comes in many forms. We can provide you with natural remedies that might help you progress in individual and group therapy. Some options we offer at Newport Beach Recovery Center include herbal supplements, dietary coaching, physical activities, sound bath, and meditation. Alternative therapies are not required. However, they can be beneficial. We can sometimes accommodate other natural healing methods when requested. Our goal is to provide a comfortable and safe environment where you feel supported through the treatment process. Our mission is to help people achieve and maintain sobriety using sustainable methods and skill development. You will have access to therapies that encourage natural physical wellness. Mental and physical health are closely linked, and we go the extra mile to give you the tools you need to succeed. Find out more about our facility by calling us today at (888) 850-0363. 

Benefits of Individualized Addiction Treatment

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The intimate setting at Newport Beach Recovery Center allows us to provide genuine, individualized care. Treatment groups are kept small, and we tailor each to meet the specific needs of participants. Clients and the care team collaborate to create a treatment setting that ensures the best possible recovery outcome. 

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Because recovery is a highly individualized process, recovery services and supports must be… flexible.†Newport Beach Recovery Center is an inclusive co-ed facility that provides high-quality treatment for individuals recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring conditions. Every person in recovery has unique risk factors, underlying issues, and goals that we consider when creating treatment plans and preventative strategies. 

Why We Offer Individualized Care

Many rehabilitation facilities claim to offer personalized care. However, we deliver it daily. The relationship with each client starts with a comprehensive admissions assessment that provides support and information relevant to their specific situation. We offer individualized care because it truly makes a difference in the lives of our clients. 

Tailored treatment does the following: 

  • Lowers the risk of relapse.
  • Creates a safe and welcoming community.
  • Provides a new approach for clients who have not had success at other facilities.
  • Ensures relevant relapse prevention and aftercare planning.

We want to give clients every advantage to help them achieve and maintain sobriety. Our goal is to provide excellent services and treatment options for clients seeking help regaining control of their life. We believe in our clients and go the extra mile to help them achieve recovery goals and maintain emotional stability. 

Recovering From SUD in a Personalized Environment

Recovery is a process that involves addressing and treating any underlying causes of addictive behaviors as well as the side effects or symptoms of SUD. Every level of care addresses physical and mental health in the context of recovery. We believe a personalized environment provides better outcomes for clients with SUD and dual diagnosis. Several ways our individualized care can benefit clients include: 

  • Having access to relevant resources
  • Utilizing specialized individual and group therapies
  • Facilitating greater one-on-one support from the care team
  • Having access to additional natural or holistic therapies

Many clients get prescribed medication to help them manage symptoms during treatment. Our team monitors medication to ensure clients receive the correct dose. We also coordinate with medical professionals to ensure clients receive prescribed medications only when necessary. Throughout the program, we conduct progress check-ins to determine if treatments, including prescribed medications, need to be adjusted to meet recovery goals. 

Personalizing Recovery Goals and Case Management 

Case managers are responsible for client advocacy and ensuring that everyone has access to high-quality treatments and program services. Our case managers collaborate closely with clients and the rest of the care team to ensure everyone is on the same page and that the treatment plan is adjusted as necessary to keep the client’s recovery on track. 

According to SAMHSA: 

  • “Case management is framed around screening to identify a patient’s medical, psychosocial, behavioral, and functional needs, and then working directly and/or through community resources to address these needs while the SUD is treated.
  • Case management is increasingly used to support treatment engagement and retention while reducing the impact of SUDs on the community. 
  • The SUD treatment program can select a case management model that matches its treatment approach and best suits its patients and the service setting.
  • In any type of case management model employed, all care team members should contribute to and endorse the patient’s treatment plan and effectively communicate with each other as the plan is implemented.”

Individualized Care and Long-Term Recovery

The success of long-term recovery depends on multiple factors, including: 

  • Coping skills
  • Crisis management 
  • Aftercare planning 
  • Alumni support
  • Community resources
  • Level of engagement in therapy
  • Peer support

Many clients feel confident about their sobriety while under the structured care of a rehabilitation facility. However, the transition to sober living or life outside of the treatment setting can feel overwhelming. At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we provide every possible tool and resource to ensure that our clients know how to cope with stressors related to long-term recovery. Individualized treatment plans ensure they have access to essential aftercare support. 

Collaboration During Treatment and Aftercare Planning 

Every member of our team is available to help clients overcome challenges related to recovery. Our services include aftercare planning and alumni services to ensure clients have the resources they need to continue healing. A personalized aftercare plan helps to smooth the transition between structured care and ongoing independent recovery by providing clients with the following: 

  • Referrals and information about local resources
  • Relapse prevention strategies
  • The creation of a safety plan
  • Assistance applying for housing, financial, or job placement services
  • Details on self-help and 12-Step groups

Research has proven that individualized care can make an individual’s treatment and recovery experience more effective and can encourage greater treatment engagement. The dedicated team at Newport Beach Recovery Center uses comprehensive assessments and individualized care to ensure everyone who comes to us for help gets the support and tools they need to achieve and maintain sobriety. We believe you can regain control of your life with the help of individualized care. We offer compassionate and tailored treatment for SUD and related mental health issues to ensure you have the best possible outcome. You are not alone. We are here to ensure you get the help you need to overcome challenges related to treatment and recovery from substance misuse. To learn more about the services and programs we offer at Newport Beach Recovery Center, contact us today by calling (888) 850-0363.

Does Talking About Trauma in a Group Setting Help?

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Memories associated with trauma are stored differently in the brain, which can cause side effects and symptoms that interfere with the recovery process. Some people experience flashbacks, dissociative events, and high anxiety when talking or thinking about the trauma. However, the benefits of talking through traumatic events far outweigh the initial discomfort. 

At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we treat underlying trauma using various methods, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based techniques, and trauma-focused group therapies. 

What Happens During Group Therapy? 

Group therapy usually consists of guided discussions, peer support, and skill development. We provide clients at our facility with a safe space where they can talk about their traumatic experiences. 

We use gender-specific groups to give clients a comfortable space where they can disclose details about the trauma that they might not be comfortable talking about in co-ed groups. Our group leaders use a wide range of therapeutic modalities like CBT and DBT to create a truly personalized experience that addresses the issues of each participant.

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), cognitive-behavioral group therapy can do the following for individuals with trauma-related disorders:

  • Promote self­-control skills to manage overwhelming emotions
  • Teach functional behaviors that may have deteriorated as a result of the disorders
  • Provide relapse prevention training

We incorporate multiple modalities in group therapy because they all have helpful tools that clients can use to heal.

Do You Have to Talk About Your Trauma? 

No one is required to talk through their trauma in a group setting. Listening to others share their traumas and coping mechanisms can help clients feel less alone. SAMHSA indicates that sharing painful events with compassionate peers can decrease symptoms of trauma, including: 

  • Anxiety 
  • Depression 
  • Stress responses
  • Hyperarousal and hypervigilance 
  • Dissociative events 
  • Flashbacks 
  • Intrusive thoughts 
  • Distressing sense memories

By talking through how you feel about recovery and the effects of trauma, you can discover new perspectives and view the events from a more objective point of view. According to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), “The treatments that work best for PTSD are trauma-focused talk therapies.â€Â 

At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we use a trauma-focused approach to treatment that minimizes the risk of re-traumatization and encourages clients to open up to peers during group therapy. 

What Types of Trauma Can You Share? 

Clients often feel uncertain about discussing details of sexual or physical abuse in a group setting. We personalize our treatments, which means the therapist will inform group members of potential triggers. Although it is not required, we encourage clients to talk through anything that causes them pain or distress. In addition, we tailor each group to meet the needs of every participant, and individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+ can choose which groups to attend. 

Common traumas we address in group therapy include: 

  • Sexual abuse 
  • Domestic abuse 
  • Physical abuse 
  • Chronic stress 
  • Trauma-related to military service 
  • Trauma-related to experiencing or witnessing an overdose 
  • Serious injury or illness 
  • Self-harming behaviors 
  • Emotional abuse

Some traumas are easier to talk about than others; in some cases, people feel uncomfortable talking about traumas related to stigmatized behaviors. We tailor our groups to ensure that the participants feel comfortable disclosing details that can help them heal and move forward in their recovery. 

Benefits of Talking About Trauma in Group Therapy

We ensure our groups feel welcoming to clients who may have never previously discussed their trauma. Talking through issues in group therapy can have many benefits. In addition, groups offer the following:

  • A judgment-free zone where clients can safely discuss feelings of loss, betrayal, and pain
  • Multiple perspectives that provide a learning opportunity and tips for coping with triggers
  • An open line of communication that can enhance social skills
  • Space to grow and learn new ways of looking at the world and past experiences

Group therapy works best when clients actively engage with others and talk about the things that have contributed to their substance misuse. Clients can discuss trauma using metaphors to make the discussion less stressful. We encourage them to trust their care team and peers.

Should You Continue Group Therapy During Aftercare? 

Group therapy provides a healthy place to discuss details about your treatment and recovery with others who understand what you have gone through. Many people find it helpful to continue attending group therapy after rehabilitation. Community-based self-help and 12-Step groups offer similar benefits. 

However, a more formal therapy setting can encourage more significant growth during early recovery. At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we can provide referrals to community-based and private group therapy to individuals who want to continue taking advantage of these treatment options during aftercare. 

If left untreated, trauma can have a lasting and damaging effect on a person’s health and well-being. Group therapy and other methodologies provide a safe space where you can reprocess trauma and learn how to manage symptoms. Talking about trauma is not always easy. However, at Newport Beach Recovery Center, we use a trauma-informed approach to care that minimizes the risk of re-traumatization. Our team understands the healing power of peer support and group therapy. We provide a space where you can talk through the events, thoughts, and emotions that may have left you feeling helpless or overwhelmed. Trauma does not have to define you. We are here to help, and we believe in your ability to overcome challenges related to substance use disorder and trauma. To learn more about our program, reach our facility today by calling us at (888) 850-0363.

Unpacking the Notion of Individualized Care

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Recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) involves learning how to cope with unique challenges. Individualized care decreases the risk of relapse and improves treatment outcomes for individuals that require additional support. Newport Beach Recovery Center goes above and beyond to provide tailored treatment plans. We also offer personalized alumni support and family resources. We tailor one-on-one and group therapy sessions to address specific issues clients need to process during treatment. Part of the relapse prevention strategies we teach includes personalizing coping techniques. 

The intimate setting at our facility makes it easier to provide peer support. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Peer support extends beyond the reach of clinical treatment into the everyday environment providing non-clinical, strengths-based support.†Clients receive personalized care during therapy sessions, and we also encourage positive peer interactions during recreational periods. We believe that peers can empower and inspire one another to make greater progress during treatment.

What Is Legitimate Individualized Care? 

Every new client is an opportunity for our team to change someone’s life for the better using compassionate care and evidence-based treatments. When creating individualized care plans, we consider the following:

  • Recovery goals 
  • Past experiences
  • Current disorders
  • Symptom severity
  • Personal preferences
  • Disabilities 

We understand that a client’s personal experiences will impact how they engage in recovery. Our team consistently goes the extra mile to ensure clients can relate to our therapies and treatments. Every case is unique, and we believe the treatment should be as well. According to SAMHSA, “Supporting recovery requires that mental health and addiction services:

  • Be responsive and respectful to the health beliefs, practices, and cultural and linguistic needs of diverse people and groups
  • Actively address diversity in the delivery of services
  • Seek to reduce health disparities in access and outcomes” 

Cultural awareness, trauma-informed care, gender-focused therapy, and a family-like community ensure that all our clients receive the highest level of individualized care. We respect each client’s personal, religious, and cultural preferences, and our setting is intimate enough to allow for specialized accommodations within reason. We offer traditional therapy and limited holistic alternatives to ensure clients can access a range of modalities.

Going the Extra Mile

Our team is available 24/7 to help clients and their families navigate recovery and unexpected challenges they may encounter. Individualized treatment starts with caring about each person who comes to us seeking help, even if that means referring them to other facilities with more resources. We always go the extra mile because every person has value, and our team is passionate about helping people who want to get out from under the crushing weight of addiction. We match the urgency families feel when they reach out to us for assistance. Our team is always ready to take action and provide excellent service. 

Every Member of the Team Engages With Clients 

Every team member, including upper management, engages in client support by providing one-on-one consults over the phone and in person. Senior management works alongside the staff and outside medical experts to create a cohesive and highly personalized client experience. We want clients to feel welcomed and fully supported during their rehabilitation. Our team cares about every client’s well-being and will continue to provide support to alumni after they complete treatment. The alumni services offered at Newport Beach Recovery Center ensure that all our clients have continued access to resources and compassionate support. 

Co-occurring Conditions and Personalized Care

Many people with SUD have co-occurring mental health disorders that require targeted treatments, including: 

  • Prescription medication 
  • Alternative holistic therapies 
  • Group and individual therapy
  • Support groups

We can accommodate clients with a wide range of co-occurring mental health disorders. However, we cannot accommodate primary eating disorders or any mental health issue that may put the client or staff in danger. 

Treatment Engagement and Relapse Prevention 

Personalized care creates better treatment engagement and reduces the risk of relapse. Clients are more likely to actively engage in their treatment and follow through with aftercare if they connect to the methods and messages used during treatment. Most people begin to notice positive changes within a short period. The treatments we offer address client needs, goals, physical wellness, and any unique issues they may have to cope with during recovery. Treatment engagement also ensures that clients feel confident about their ability to maintain sobriety during aftercare. 

Avoiding relapse is a process that only works if a client continues to follow through with the prevention strategies and coping skills learned during rehabilitation. Individualized care ensures clients have access to various resources, aftercare support, crisis management, and other tools that keep them moving forward. 

Individualized care is about more than providing a variety of treatment options. Truly personalized care involves comprehensive client assessments, progress tracking, and therapies that address current mental health problems and underlying causes. We treat SUD, co-occurring issues, and underlying conditions at Newport Beach Recovery Center. We go above and beyond to ensure you feel confident in your ability to maintain sobriety after completing rehabilitation. Our facility offers multiple levels of care, aftercare planning, and alumni services to ensure that individualized care does not end after you complete our program. We provide trauma-informed, gender-focused treatments designed to address your unique needs and prepare you to face recovery challenges during aftercare. No matter where you are in recovery, we can help you get to the next stage by providing high-quality treatments and personalized service. To learn more about our facility, call us today at (888) 850-0363.

How an Experienced Team Benefits Recovery

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The care team at Newport Beach Recovery Center is passionate about helping people who want to achieve and maintain sobriety. The tight-knit community at our facility provides a positive, family-like environment where clients can heal and recover. Treatment requires active participation, which is easier to maintain when clients feel heard, understood, and valued. 

We believe therapy for substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring disorders should involve personal engagement and compassionate care from all staff and management. We work as a team to ensure all clients feel welcomed into our program. Our program models healthy social interactions for clients and uses various therapeutic methods to provide comprehensive treatment. Our mission is to provide high-quality treatment for individuals with SUD. 

What Sets Our Team Apart? 

At Newport Beach Recovery Center, we care about everyone who struggles with addiction, regardless of whether they attend our facility. Our managers and staff spend countless hours helping families find the help they desperately need to heal from the effects of addiction. We understand that having a loved one in crisis is never easy, and we are here to help. We do this in a few ways, including:

  • Talking to individuals and families during crisis moments 
  • Providing admissions assistance and client support over the phone
  • Gathering information that allows us to provide referrals to high-quality programs 
  • Assisting individuals and families who feel overwhelmed by the treatment options 

You are not alone, and we will never leave you to figure out the next step alone. If you or your loved one needs help, our dedicated team is here to answer your questions and direct you to the best treatment option to meet your needs. 

How Do You Benefit From an Effective Care Team? 

Teams that care about their clients offer more effective treatment options and can provide better outcomes. Clients are Newport Beach Recovery Center can benefit from the following:

  • Empowering interactions with the care team and peers 
  • Active engagement in individual and group therapy
  • Consistent levels of care throughout the treatment process
  • Increased self-confidence and self-esteem 

Personalized care works best when the client feels comfortable enough to be vulnerable and open up to the care team. Honest communication relies on a positive relationship between the client and the care team. We use various methods to improve treatment effectiveness and ensure our clients feel heard during treatment. You or your loved one can count on us to always go the extra mile. 

Even upper management plays a part in the day-to-day running of our facility by interacting with clients and their families. Every team member is invaluable to the process and brings advantages to team care. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Motivation is the key to substance use behavior change.†Interactions with our whole team can motivate greater change and help clients overcome ambivalence toward treatment. 

When Does Treatment Management Start? 

Our team works together from the beginning, which means our clients interact with multiple levels of management and staff from the first point of contact through aftercare support. We are a cohesive unit that engages with clients throughout the day to ensure they feel safe, comfortable, and confident in our ability to help them recover from SUD. 

We work together to provide clients with personalized care tailored to their unique experiences, needs, and preferences by offering the following: 

  • Accommodations for cultural or religious beliefs 
  • Gender-focused therapy 
  • Trauma-informed care 
  • Diverse treatment options 
  • Alternative and natural healing remedies

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), “Matching treatment settings, interventions, and services to an individual’s particular problems and needs is critical to his or her ultimate success in returning to productive functioning in the family, workplace, and society.†Our team works together to give clients the individualized tools they need to achieve and maintain sobriety. 

How Does a Team Improve Treatment Outcomes? 

A whole team working together can see issues a client may encounter before it becomes a problem. In addition, every team member comes with a unique perspective that can give the client insight, support, and inspiration as they begin to heal and work through the recovery process. Teamwork can improve treatment by doing the following: 

  • Offering multiple perspectives on recovery and treatment 
  • Ensuring clients have access to effective therapies
  • Providing complementary therapy methods and skills

According to The American Psychologist, “The coordination and delivery of safe, high-quality care demands reliable teamwork and collaboration within, as well as across, organizational, disciplinary, technical, and cultural boundaries.†Every member of our team goes above and beyond to ensure clients get high-quality, compassionate care and the best possible outcome.  

A caring team is willing to go the extra mile and ensure that clients receive the compassion and support they deserve throughout the treatment and recovery process. The upper management, counselors, and staff at Newport Beach Recovery Center offer only the best care to our clients. We want to ensure everyone feels safe and comfortable while undergoing substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. Clients with a team caring for them are more likely to create healthy interpersonal bonds and have better outcomes. We use comprehensive client assessments and regular communication to ensure personalized care that meets the needs of our clients. To learn more about our programs and services at Newport Beach Recovery Center, call us today at (888) 850-0363. We are always here to answer your questions and provide information to families or individuals who need help recovering from the effects of SUD.Â