Everyone has a unique personality. How we think, act, and feel about things sets us apart. However, at times, our thoughts and behavior may deviate wildly from cultural expectations and cause us, or others, distress for a prolonged period, resulting in different personality disorders. If you or a loved one is struggling with emotional regulation,…
Many opinions are being thrown around these days about the best ways to combat the opioid epidemic. Our President recently told us that the best method was going to be anti-drug advertisements. Other people say it’s funding more opioid addiction treatment centers. Others even say medication-assisted programs are the way to go. With all of…
In addiction recovery, behavioral counseling is a main part of treatment. This type of therapy offers many benefits for those who participate in it. Several types of therapy fall under evidence-based treatment as effective at combating addiction. If you feel concerned about therapy as part of treatment, Harmony Hills is here to help you learn…
An addiction treatment program begins with time working through detox and through a residential addiction treatment program many times. Yet, once a person leaves a treatment center’s safety and support, there is still an ongoing need for support. A rehab aftercare program is one way to meet those ongoing goals. Also called an alumni program,…
Mental health symptoms occur on a continuum from mild to severe. The severity of symptoms affects how daily life is impacted and the best level of treatment. Choosing mental health treatment is one of the best decisions for your health, but understanding treatment options can be confusing. Harmony Hills provides the full continuum of care,…
How does REBT work? Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) is a popular form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that helps individuals identify and change irrational beliefs and negative thought patterns that contribute to psychological and behavioral issues. At the foundation of REBT is the notion that it is not the events in our lives that cause…
Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event that has shattered your sense of security or made you feel helpless. It can include events such as experiencing violence, natural disasters, car accidents, witnessing a death, or childhood abuse. Whatever the case, trauma has a valid and sometimes devastating effect on your life. There are…
While many understand the importance of physical health, mental health is often ignored. Yet, an individual’s overall well-being requires positive mental health just as much as good physical health. An individual psychotherapy program is a rich experience for clients and the gateway to good mental health. Mental health therapy takes many forms, but individual therapy…
Recovery from drug or alcohol addiction is a lifelong process. After successful detox and participation in a residential or outpatient substance abuse treatment program, you must be prepared to face the challenges of everyday life without resorting to old patterns of behavior that can lead you to use again. Relapse is a return to addictive…
Suicide is not a mental illness but the most severe potential consequence of treatable mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and substance use disorders. As one of the leading causes of death in the United States, suicide is a major public health concern. At Harmony Hills, suicide…