Addiction shatters us into tiny fragments. Once it takes hold, our physical, emotional, and spiritual selves are no longer in alignment.
A holistic approach to therapy aims to unite the physical, emotional, and spiritual self, and treat each person as a whole. Holistic therapy does more than address symptoms. It gets at the root reasons behind why the addiction occurred in the first place.
What holistic therapy actually is
Holistic therapy is a type of treatment that focuses on the whole person, not just the symptoms of addiction. It aims to heal the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of a person, and to help them achieve balance and harmony in their life.
Holistic therapy is beneficial for addiction treatment because it can help address trauma, which is often an underlying cause of addiction. It can also help reduce the negative effects of addiction on the body and mind, such as pain, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and withdrawal symptoms.
Preventing relapse and more
Holistic therapy acts as a safeguard against relapse because it fosters a positive perspective, instills a sense of purpose, and promotes self and interpersonal connection.
It also comes in a variety of methods: conventional talk therapy, mindfulness meditation, yoga, art therapy, acupuncture, massage therapy, nutritional guidance, and spiritual counseling. The right blend depends on the person.
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Recognizing each person as autonomous
Regardless of the specific therapeutic approach, holistic therapy is based on acknowledging each individual as an autonomous being with self-awareness. At Positive Recovery Centers, the emphasis on self-connection is introduced in the early stages of treatment. From the start, clients undergo a 24 character strength assessment and are encouraged to embrace their own strengths.
We remain curious as to what drives them and create a collaborative relationship. Clients feel they have agency over their recovery, which helps build back their self-esteem.
Self-determination theory
Humans have a need to be autonomous and make their own decisions. When therapy treats people as holistic, unique beings, autonomy and decision-making take the forefront. This concept aligns with Self-determination Theory, which emphasizes three crucial psychological needs: mastery, autonomy, and connection.
Self-determination theory holds that intrinsic goals are the best types of goals. These are the optimal types that fulfill our psychological needs, lead to happiness and healthy relationships, and improve self-esteem, thus positively impacting chances for sustained recovery.
Much of our behavior is influenced by external factors like family, friends, work, or societal responsibilities. Rather than feeling weighed down, people who can reframe these obligations as meaningful duties often experience an improved sense of well-being and achieve greater accomplishment.
An external demand like paying rent or fulfilling job responsibilities can become a positive affirmation: I am providing for my family. I am making a positive contribution to my job. When obligations are reframed as meaningful duties, people are more inclined to fulfill them because they perceive them in a positive light. The actions take on a purpose-driven nature.
The role of hope
Hope matters, not just within addiction treatment but across all aspects of life, particularly in achieving goals.
Hope is not limited to recovery from addiction. Finding and nurturing hope is a key to recovery from a wide array of physical and psychological illnesses. People who learn how to create goals that maximize hope are best prepared to persist.
Hope has a duality. It is both a stable personality trait and a temporary mental state that reflects our capacity to envision and define goals, devise pathways to attain them, and maintain steadfast determination. Hope is woven into the process of planning and taking action, and it plays a big role in shaping human behaviors and outcomes.
Beliefs about intelligence, capabilities, and personality matter. Beliefs shape motivation, behavior, learning style, and performance. These beliefs can facilitate or hinder growth and change in our clients. Long-term, stable recovery is one big goal, and hope is what sustains it.
Addiction treatment services in Texas
If you or a loved one need addiction treatment, Positive Recovery Centers offers a full continuum of care across Texas. Programs range from medical detox to residential treatment, IOP, and aftercare. Call us at 713-904-4699 to speak with our admissions team.
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