An Alternative Approach to Long-Term Rehab Programs
Addiction Recovery Program At Our Women’s Rehab Center In Tusacaloosa
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While each phase has a general timeframe, our team tailors a program to fit each resident’s needs and situation, collaborating with her support system to decide when to progress.
While each phase has a general timeline, we work with the resident and their families to decide when to progress. Involvement from their support system reinforces the importance of community and allows everyone to feel comfortable and confident in the recovery process.
Phase 1: First 45
BUILDING A FOUNDATION FOR RECOVERY
We believe recovery begins with positive relationships, especially with oneself, spirituality, and community. In our first phase, we focus on understanding the feelings, events, and motivations at the root of a woman’s addiction. Our specialists use a unique blend of therapy, mindfulness, community-building exercises, and immersion in Alcoholics Anonymous’ 12-step principles to help the resident process these emotions and develop a healthy foundation for lifelong sobriety.
Phase one is typically the first 45 days of the program. Residents are more intensively monitored in this phase to ensure they stay committed to their plan, house rules, and step work for safety and program success.
What to Expect in Phase One
Of Long-Term Addiction Treatment
Daily spirituality and meditation exercises
Group therapy sessions, twice daily, covering topics such as 12 Step Immersion, anger management, life skills, processing, and motivation
Weekly processing group therapy
Twice weekly DBT
Weekly intensive individual therapy sessions incorporating CBT, DBT, and Grief/Trauma Processing, with an option for EMDR
In the first week, residents also participate in a psychiatric evaluation with a partner provider, who will determine the frequency of future sessions based on the needs of each individual.
Gaining Independence
One example is a weekly shopping trip where residents purchase the supplies and personal items needed for the week. The seemingly simple tasks of planning for the week ahead, organizing a list, and budgeting go a long way in rebuilding confidence and self-reliance.
Entertainment & Recreation
Rekindling a sense of joy and passion is a powerful motivation to continue on the path to lifelong sobriety. At A Reprieve for Women, we find moments of happiness through exploring nature, service to others, and family-style fun.
Our residents will be able to participate in community outings and have the opportunity to volunteer within various organizations in the local area and enjoy movie screenings, game nights, pool parties, and other creative activities each week.
A Healthy Mind and Body
A healthy mind and body are core parts of long-term recovery. At A Reprieve for Women, we wholeheartedly believe in the importance of physical health in maintaining long-term sobriety. Our residents have a fitness membership and attend a local gym three times a week, developing a fitness plan and pace that fits their bodies and mindset.
Additionally, Reprieve has a chef who delivers meals during the week, and residents cook for themselves on the weekends. At alumni gatherings, the memories made in the kitchen and the meals are always a topic of conversation!
Phase 2: Day 45-90
ESTABLISHING A LIFE IN SOBRIETY
Recovery is more than just giving up drugs and alcohol — it is opening the door to a life of opportunity, passion, and purpose. Our residents experience this firsthand in the second phase of our addiction recovery program as they become more independent and embrace responsibilities outside of Reprieve activities.
For most residents, phase two begins after they have completed 45 days of the program. With a focus on practicing a balanced lifestyle, this phase of our recovery program emphasizes life skills and personal and professional exploration through interactions with the outside community. While residents become more self-dependent, our staff, alumni, and peers are still a constant presence, supporting them through challenges and celebrating triumphs.
Therapeutic Growth
Women in this phase will continue their 12-Step Immersion programs and participate in biweekly individual therapy sessions, with additional psychiatrist appointments and group therapy sessions as recommended. Residents are also expected to participate in a minimum of five 12-step gatherings weekly. Monitoring and guidance will become less intensive as the women grow more confident in their recovery.
Opportunities for Education
After completing four months at A Reprieve for Women, residents are eligible to begin working towards a college or high school degree, with the responsibility of balancing school work with program obligations. Residents can also elect to work a part-time job as they attend school.
Our staff will work alongside each resident, examining their progress to determine the most fitting course load. While group sessions are encouraged, they are optional for those with jobs or a full-time course load. Psychiatric appointments, individual therapy, and 12-step gatherings are still mandatory.
Return to Work
Returning to or joining the workforce allows our residents to apply their newly learned skills in a different environment while building greater self-reliance and independence. While the responsibilities and stress of a job can become overwhelming for people in early recovery, our staff is there to show them healthy and effective ways to manage these real-world emotions.
