Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing – EMDR
A change in one’s thought processes and perceptions can bring about massive transformations in one’s life. It is this incredible power of our minds that makes psychotherapy an essential and effective part of healing. While all psychological disorders and conditions are rooted in the mind, therapies help the affected individuals address the faulty thought patterns and associations that are at its core. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is one such extremely effective, tried-and-tested intervention.
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Whether it is our spontaneous actions or reactions to the stimuli around us, all behaviour has its roots in our thought processes. The way we think and perceive situations reflects on how we behave and project ourselves. As a result, many psychologists believe that a transformation in behaviour results from a shift in the direction of one’s thoughts. Thus, they help individuals bring about positive changes to their thought patterns, facilitating a consequent change in their actions.
Group Therapy
Humans are social animals; social interactions and networking are integral aspects of our sustenance. Being surrounded by positive and encouraging people can significantly boost one’s confidence and morale. Support groups consisting of individuals with similar life experiences and circumstances can exchange ideas and help each other achieve their goals. Consequently, group therapy plays an indispensable role in facilitating healing for individuals dealing with addiction and psychological disorders.
Individual Therapy
In a mostly individualistic society, each of us seeks a comfortable and secure space where we can express ourselves freely and not be judged for it. Individual therapy sessions provide clients with this safe space characterised by unconditional positive regard and compassion. One-on-one therapy sessions form an integral aspect of a comprehensive, well-structured rehabilitation plan for individuals dealing with stimulant or process addiction and psychological disorders.
12 Step Programme
Overcoming addiction cannot happen overnight; however, following a step-by-step approach enables one to harbour hopes of a bright future. The Twelve-Step Programme to de-addiction provides a systematic framework to individuals grappling with addiction, helping them identify and accept their challenges and overcome them by reconnecting with their true selves. Built around the twelve steps laid down by the Alcoholics’ Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), the Twelve-Step Programme lists twelve distinct de-addiction processes that revolve around self-acceptance, spirituality, oneness with the almighty, and forgiveness.
Holistic Wellness
Rehabilitation is not a linear process – it is an amalgamation of various therapeutic and medical interventions customised to suit every patient’s individual requirements and challenges. A holistic de-addiction approach incorporates various innovative strategies structured systematically to form a comprehensive rehabilitation programme. Such a holistic treatment framework aims at physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing and helps patients progress slowly but steadily towards an addiction-free existence.
An Introduction to Art Therapy
One does not need to be a seasoned artist to seek comfort in pencil sketches, colours, and paintbrush strokes. From being a mental stimulant to a means of emotional expression, art entails multifaceted benefits. Scientific evidence suggests that art positively impacts the brain and nervous system and increases serotonin levels in the body. Today, therapists incorporate art in its myriad forms as an integral part of their patients’ intervention plans. Art therapy as a means for treating anxiety and trauma includes many innovative activities besides painting and sketching, such as collaging, chalk and charcoal art, digital art, clay modelling, etc.
Family Programme
Just like a tower cannot be built without sturdy pillars supporting its structure, rehabilitation cannot take place without the firm support of one’s family. Dealing with alcohol or drug addiction and other mental health issues can be dark and unnerving; a supportive family can make a world of difference in facilitating a speedy recovery. Situated at the heart of the scenic I.T. Fields in Chattarpur, Safe House is your home away from home, offering state-of-the-art facilities for patients and their loved ones.
Relapse Prevention
Sometimes, even after formerly addicted individuals get accustomed to changes in their lifestyles, they cannot sustain these transitions due to lack of motivation and inadequate post-treatment support. To prevent the return of the addictive behaviour, Safe House incorporates relapse prevention as an integral part of its therapy programmes.Relapse refers to the resurgence of addiction after long periods of complete abstinence. Often, even while undergoing extensive treatment for their addictions, individuals may continue resorting to defence mechanisms like rationalisation, denial, and intellectualisation.