A life of service in the military puts individuals at greater risk for mental health disorders and co-occurring substance use disorders. Their jobs are often physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding, and they are frequently exposed to trauma with little to no opportunity to process it. Many veterans and active-duty service members feel a profound disconnect from their civilian friends, family, and peers who cannot fully relate to their experiences.
At Harmony Hills, our Heroes Program provides structured, supportive mental health treatment for veterans and active duty service members. Contact our team at 855.494.0357 to learn more about the benefits of comprehensive therapy designed to address the unique challenges faced by our servicemen and women and their families.
The Need for a Veteran Mental Health Treatment Program in Florida
Both active-duty military personnel and veterans face numerous challenges in transitioning back into civilian life. Finding healthy ways to manage the impacts of trauma is difficult without professional mental health treatment. The rates of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and suicide are significantly higher among military personnel than their civilian counterparts. Contributing factors include:
- Increased exposure to trauma
- Combat-related deaths of peers
- Inability to reconnect in civilian life
- Feeling isolated or misunderstood
- Relationship issues
- Chronic pain
- Housing, financial, and employment instability
When left untreated, these conditions can have long-lasting consequences for individuals and their families. Illicit drug use is prohibited in the military and can result in a dishonorable discharge. However, alcohol use is widely accepted, and many service members develop unhealthy patterns of drinking that carry over into their civilian lives. Co-occurring disorders present unique challenges to treatment that require integrated dual diagnosis treatment.
What to Expect in Mental Health Treatment for Veterans
In our Heroes Program, Harmony Hills provides exceptional comprehensive mental health treatment utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities including, but not limited to:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
- Trauma therapy
- Individual, group, and family therapy
- 12-step therapy programs
- Relapse prevention therapy
Our gender-specific programs help those in the Heroes Program feel more comfortable in treatment, especially for those who may have experienced sexual abuse or assault. Mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders impact all areas of life. Our Heroes Program provides holistic treatment that addresses our clients’ mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Some of the alternative therapies we offer include:
- Yoga
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Somatic bodywork
- Nutritional counseling
- Life skills training
- Art and music therapy
- Physical fitness programs
Helping active-duty service members and veterans reconnect with their families and rebuild damaged interpersonal relationships is an integral part of our Heroes Program.
The Benefits of Mental Health Treatment for Vets in Florida
Harmony Hills provides comprehensive residential mental health treatment for vets and active-duty service members in Florida. Residential treatment provides a supportive therapeutic environment with 24-hour access to care without daily life stressors. For individuals with dual diagnoses, residential care affords the ability to receive simultaneous treatment, which has proven to produce more effective treatment outcomes.
In addition to around-the-clock support, benefits of residential mental health treatment for veterans and active-duty service members include:
- The development of healthy coping skills
- Build-in network of peer and community support
- Individualized treatment plans
- Reduced risk of medical issues because of access to care
- Individual, group, and family therapy
- Improved relationship and communication skills
- Increased self-awareness and improved self-esteem
Contact Harmony Hills for Mental Health Treatment for Veterans in Florida
Active-duty servicemembers and veterans are held in high regard for their risks to protect our nation and our freedoms. Most perform high-risk jobs that are physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. At Harmony Hills, we created our Heroes Program to address the mental health needs of this unique group. On our beautiful 80-acre rural campus, we provide top-quality treatment for individuals and families to find healing and recovery. Clients can enjoy numerous amenities to enhance their time in treatment. In addition to PTSD and depression so common among members of the military, we treat:
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Borderline personality disorder
- Self-harm/self-injurious treatment
- Anxiety disorders
- Co-occurring disorders
Discover the benefits of residential treatment designed with the specific needs of military personnel and veterans in mind at Harmony Hills in Florida. Reach out using our secure online form or by calling 855.494.0357.
