Treatment Philosophy

We take a holistic view on recovery, including not only chemical dependency, but everyday living skills. We believe that recovery comes when clients learn to use skills and resources that support sobriety and help them to succeed in life.

Our treatment philosophy is gender specific. The programs are designed where men and women never share a group, movie, or break time. Our experience has shown that men and women have different issues, views, beliefs, and learning styles; men and women are more willing to become open and vulnerable when they do not have to be concerned about gender roles.

Programs at Park Avenue Center are issue oriented. Depending on the program, topics include: Addiction, Anger and Violence, Relapse Prevention, Spirituality, Relationships, Grief and Loss, Self-esteem and Self-image, Codependency, 12-step programs, Budgeting, Nutrition, Education, Employment, Food Issues, Parenting, and Victimization.

The treatment process includes lectures, videos, groups, individual counseling sessions, and aftercare planning. Clients also participate in activities such as role playing, meditations, art therapy, and recreation. Assistance with reading and comprehension is provided.

Alcoholic Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous are both emphasized as a basic component of treatment and aftercare.

Concerned Persons

Family members and friends are invited to participate in the Family and Friends Group on Wednesday evenings. The purpose of this group is to help family members and friends understand the nature of chemical dependency, its effects on relationships and codependency.