Holistic Therapy

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What is Holistic Mental Health Treatment?

Holistic mental health treatment refers to a variety of therapeutic activities that are designed to reinforce the mind-body connection and promote physical, psychological, and spiritual healing. 

Our Holistic Therapies 

At holistic rehab centers within the Time Wellness network, our comprehensive approach to addiction and mental health treatment combines traditional psychotherapy and medication with a dynamic array of complementary services, such as the ones listed below.

Yoga

Yoga combines mindful movement, serene stillness, and intentional breathing. While progressing through a series of asanas (postures), yoga practitioners are encouraged to focus their full attention on their body and breath, allowing worries, fears, and other negative emotions to dissipate. 

Potential benefits of yoga include improved mood, greater self-confidence, reduced stress, and enhanced activity in areas of the brain that are involved with introspection and self-directed thought.

Sound Healing

Also sometimes called sound therapy, sound healing uses music, tones, and vibrations to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. This activity can incorporate a wide range of instruments, such as tuning forks, drums, singing bowls, and gongs, all of which can help participants reach a tranquil state.

According to a September 2016 observational study in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine, sound therapy participants reported reductions in stress, anxiety, fatigue, and depression, as well as an easing of physical pain and enhanced spiritual well-being. 

Meditation

Meditation is a simple practice that can have a powerful impact on virtually every part of your life. 

Moments spent in meditation can quiet your mind, ease tension, and bring you fully into the present moment. This practice also encourages you to accept yourself without judgment, allowing regrets, cravings, and other difficult emotions to pass without letting them control your actions or decisions.

Multiple studies have shown that the many potential benefits of meditation include improved mood, minimized stress, lessened anxiety, lower blood pressure, and increased compassion.

Recreation Therapy

Two common questions in early recovery are, Will I ever have fun again? and How will I fill the hours I used to spend drinking or using drugs? Recreation therapy can help you answer both of those questions.

As you’ll discover through recreation therapy, sobriety is not a synonym for boredom. With the guidance of knowledgeable professionals, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a variety of dynamic leisure activities.

Art Therapy

One of the many joys of recovery is reconnecting with the best version of yourself. Art therapy can be a conduit for discovering hidden talents or finding new ways to express your creativity. It can also give you an alternative means of processing your experiences without having to immediately put them into words. 

Animal Therapy

Also sometimes referred to as animal-assisted therapy (or AAT), this activity uses the power of interspecies interactions to help people heal from addictions and other mental health concerns.

Typically involving dogs or horses, animal therapy promotes concepts such as cooperation, nonverbal communication, and understanding what you can and cannot control. It is also an excellent way to temporarily take your mind off your own worries and concerns.  

Walks & Hikes

Frequent exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. But that doesn’t mean you have to pump iron every afternoon or start each morning with a brisk 5K run. Simply taking regular walks through your neighborhood or hiking in your local park can yield a wealth of benefits.

As described in a July 2023 report in the journal Geroscience, walking “decreases the risk or severity of various health outcomes such as cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes mellitus, cognitive impairment and dementia, while also improving mental well-being, sleep, and longevity.”

Walking is also a great way to manage stress, reduce cravings, clear your mind, and avoid isolation.

Nutritional Guidance

It is virtually impossible to overstate the importance of proper nutrition for your mind and body. Adopting a healthier diet plan can boost your energy, increase your strength and stamina, and enhance your mental clarity. 

The nutritional guidance part of your addiction treatment plan can help you make better decisions about the types of food you eat. It can also demonstrate how, with a bit of planning and preparation, you can consistently create meals that are both nutritious and delicious.

How Can Holistic Mental Health Treatment Help Addiction?

For patients who are receiving care for addictions, the potential benefits of holistic mental health treatment include:

• Managing stress more effectively
• Alleviating symptoms of co-occurring psychological concerns
• Improving self-confidence and self-esteem
• Responding to problems without resorting to substance abuse
• Discovering productive ways to fill time that was previously spent acquiring, using, and recovering from alcohol and other drugs
• Expressing thoughts and feelings in a healthier manner
• Promoting harmony in mind, body, and spirit
• Following a more nutritious diet plan
• Exercising on a regular basis

Holistic Therapy in Conjunction with Other Modalities

From an addiction treatment perspective, holistic therapies may be most beneficial when they are combined with other approaches and modalities. For this reason, our holistic rehab centers also offer services such as:

• Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
• Individual psychotherapy
• Group therapy
• Family therapy
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
• Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy

Why Time Wellness Detox?

When you’re seeking addiction treatment, it’s important to carefully consider all your options and select the provider whose services best align with your needs and preferences.

Here are a few of the many reasons why Time Wellness Detox in Arkansas may be the ideal place to start your recovery journey:

• While you’re with us, you will be in a safe and closely supervised environment under the care of a team of experienced and compassionate professionals.
• The members of your treatment team will be familiar with all aspects of the withdrawal process. This can eliminate fear of the unknown and help you maintain your motivation.
• Your detox team will also be prepared to address any contingencies that can threaten your health. The moment you experience any concerning symptoms, they can take immediate action to keep you safe.
• Depending on the nature and severity of your withdrawal symptoms, your treatment team may provide both medical and therapeutic support to help you manage any discomfort. 
• While you’re still in detox, you may be able to participate in therapy sessions to address co-occurring mental health conditions and help you begin to build a framework for successful, long-term recovery.
• We will document your progress, identify areas of ongoing concern, and use this information to recommend the most appropriate types follow-on treatment for you.