Holistic Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center – Pioneering Approach

Holistic Drug Rehab – New York and CT – In an attempt to improve treatment outcomes for people suffering from drug addiction and alcoholism, drug rehabs across the country have incorporated holistic treatment methods into their treatment programming. However, the prevalence and use of this approach may not have occurred if it were not for a group of forward thinking individuals who launched the first treatment center built on a holistic philosophical core that focused on treating the entire individual and not just the symptoms. This approach is now widely known as the “Mind-Body and Spirit” approach. After introducing this holistic approach to the addiction treatment field more than a decade ago, Mountainside Treatment Center in Connecticut proudly looks back and reflects on the 11 years of progressive development of its treatment program from pioneers to leaders in the field of addiction.

Chief Operating Officer, Martin Fedor commented that, “Not many of the treatment centers we visited in the early days quite understood what it was that we were doing, and their eyes would glaze over when we would mention that we were incorporating Yoga, Meditation and other new techniques into our daily treatment program. At the time, it was way too new-age for most of them and lacked any credibility as far as they were concerned”.

Founder of Mountainside, and Chief Executive Officer, Terence Dougherty; “We remained focused and knew that we were onto something. 12 years ago when we studied the field it was very different than what we see today. Almost all treatment providers had a standardized approach that, by our assessment, was too narrow for many individuals and had invariably produced abysmal results. We observed that while many holistic disciplines were introduced and incorporated into the treatment of other illnesses and lifestyles, it had evaded addiction medicine, and that is where we came in.”

Fast forward 12 years and Mountainside Treatment Center has developed the leading holistic drug and alcohol treatment program in the country, treated thousands of individuals throughout the United States and from around the world. Mountainside was invited to Washington by the White House to discuss with the Drug Czar, John Walters, and his staff, its effective and innovative treatment methods. Mountainside’s Mind-Body- Spirit program, as it is called, has gained more traction than what was ever imagined and, in doing so, has served as the blue print for dozens of other addiction programs throughout the country and the world.

Some of the innovations introduced into the drug rehab program include, among others,  Yoga, Meditation and Qigong. As the name Mountainside implies, the facility is located at the base of a mountain complete with gardens, a massive labyrinth, streams, waterfalls and a Native American Stone People’s Lodge. Mountainside combines a unique combination of setting, philosophy, compassion and professionalism that makes this drug rehab unlike any other. The constant development of its treatment program, in its relentless pursuit to provide the best treatment to its clients, has served as its advantage and fostered the continued growth of the organization.

To learn more of the Mountainside Holistic  Drug Rehab Program please visit Mountainside

Additional Information:

Studies have shown that activities such as Meditation, Qigong, Yoga, Hypnosis and participation in our Native American Stone People’s Lodge help to speed up and improve the recovery process. In many cases these activities also accelerate the detoxification process by speeding up the body's lymph system, releasing harmful toxins from the body. These practices also lessen anxiety levels and improve sleep patterns which in turn give balance back to the body and mind. In the last 10 years, these practices have become increasingly more popular in the United States for their many health benefits. In addition to the benefits  listed  above, there are many more including increased blood flow to the brain, increased oxygen metabolism, lower blood pressure and an overall improvement in longevity and health. All of this helps the individual in his/her goal of remaining alcohol and drug free.

About Mountainside Treatment Center

Mountainside Drug Rehab is a comprehensive and innovative provider of treatment for individuals suffering from drug addiction and alcoholism.  Mountainside’s licensed and certified counselors, social workes and clinical treatment team and staff are dedicated to providing an unsurpassed treatment experience to its clients. With diverse areas of expertise, the treatment team works collaboratively with each client and their family to ensure that an individualized treatment plan is designed that will treat not just the symptoms, but the whole individual. With professionalism and compassion, each client is guided through every stage of recovery and encouraged to participate in a wide variety of *evidence-based and cutting edge innovative treatment options.

In addition to its licensed and credentialed counselors, social workers and clinical staff, Mountainside’s medical services include our Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse with specialization in drug addiction and alcoholism treatment. Psychiatric services are available when needed. Please contact us at the number