Addiction is a disease impacting all of us to some degree. If you are not a person suffering from addiction yourself, you likely know someone who is. It may be a family member, a friend, or a co-worker. The list could go on because millions of people in the United States and beyond suffer from…
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) originally developed in the late 1980s to treat borderline personality disorder better. Since then, it has been adapted to help treat several other mental health disorders and is commonly used to treat substance use disorders. DBT therapy places emphasis on the connection between social…
If you have decided to seek mental health treatment, you have already taken the most important step, recognizing the need for help. Mental illness affects millions of Americans from all age groups and walks of life, and symptoms can range from mild to severe. In recent years the health care community has worked hard to…
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, referred to as EMDR therapy, is an interactive therapy used to heal from the psychological distress frequently associated with trauma and other negative life experiences. Originally developed in the 1980s to treat PTSD, EMDR has since gained worldwide recognition for its effectiveness and is now used in a wide…
While you’ve likely heard of group therapy, you may wonder how group therapy works. Group therapy programs exist to help people through all sorts of issues and hurdles. Group therapy can improve one’s mental health by helping one feel more understood and connected with others. Harmony Hills’ group therapy program offers support to those struggling…
Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder that can cause unpredictable and often extreme mood swings, referred to as mania and depression, that can significantly impact a person’s ability to perform day-to-day tasks. Mania is an extremely elevated mood and can last for several days or weeks. Depression caused by bipolar will last for at…
Founded in 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) was the first 12 step program. Since then, 12 step programs have been effective at helping millions of people throughout the world manage and maintain their sobriety. Given that AA was designed to help those suffering from alcohol addiction, over time exclusively, the 12 step program philosophy has been…
Whether dealing with mental health issues or in treatment for a substance use disorder, sometimes clients need more than therapy or counseling to get the best results from their mental health treatment. Therapists provide counseling, often in the form of talk therapy or other evidence-based treatment. However, in most states, they are not allowed to…
Seeking rehab is often the first step to recovery for clients struggling with mental health issues or substance use disorders. Often, though, going away to a residential program is not an option due to work and family commitments. At Harmony Hills, we don’t take a one size fits all approach. We offer effective treatment programs for…
So, you’ve decided to seek mental health treatment, but what kind of therapist should you choose? There are many types of mental health counselors, and knowing what kind of therapist you need can be confusing. Sometimes, not knowing what kind of therapist may be best prevents people from beginning a therapy and treatment regimen. Harmony…