{"id":769,"date":"2017-06-30T20:46:14","date_gmt":"2017-06-30T20:46:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.healingspringsranch.com\/?page_id=769"},"modified":"2021-08-30T13:26:18","modified_gmt":"2021-08-30T18:26:18","slug":"dialectical-behavior-therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.healingspringsranch.com\/drug-and-alcohol-addiction\/dialectical-behavior-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does Dialectical Behavior Therapy Have to Do With Addiction Counseling?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t

The process of withdrawing from drugs or alcohol, overcoming an addiction, and recovering is different for everyone. So why do so many facilities propose a cookie-cutter program? At Healing Springs Ranch,<\/a> therapists understand that each client has unique needs. Dialectical behavior therapy is one of the tools they rely on to meet these requirements.<\/p>\n

What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?<\/h2>\n

\"DialecticalDialectical behavior therapy is an offshoot of cognitive-behavioral therapy. It owes its existence to a therapist who worked with clients who didn’t respond well to the traditional form of psychotherapy. While the overwhelming majority of individuals did just fine with cognitive behavioral therapy, some felt pressure and responded negatively. Recognizing that the original intent was good, but the execution lacked success, the expert made changes.<\/p>\n

Within the confines of the treatment, clients have the opportunity to identify problem behaviors. From there, they dig deeper to recreate the thought processes that led them to engage in these behaviors. The therapist doesn’t offer any value judgment but gives clients the opportunity to identify areas that could benefit from a change. The therapist is on hand to make suggestions on how someone could realize these changes.<\/p>\n

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Takes Time<\/h2>\n

It’s a labor-intensive process that involves one-on-one therapy multiple times a week. Concurrently, there are group therapy sessions<\/a> that allow for peer support and skill-building. Journaling is another component of this treatment.<\/p>\n

Some compare this modality to a train that slows down, picks up speed, and slows down again. This word picture is not a bad way of describing a process that helps the client build an awareness of self. At the same time, the program participant has the opportunity to redo a self-image with carefully chosen new attitudes. Because you cannot expect new behavioral decisions to take hold overnight, a bit of back and forth is normal.<\/p>\n

Most rehab facilities seem content to discharge their clients after reaching the 30-day mark. Healing Springs Ranch therapists understand that this dialectical therapy option alone calls for more time and support modalities. We offer a variety of treatment settings that meet you where you are to allow you this time for healing. Examples include:<\/p>\n