Alcohol Rehab

Alcoholism is the most common form of substance abuse found in society today. From social drinking, to over indulgence, to binge drinking, addiction begins very subtly and can spiral out of control. If someone you are close to has a growing problem that is becoming a concern, it is never too early to get them addiction treatment. Most times someone with an attachment to alcohol will not readily get the help themselves. The drug and alcohol rehab program at the Cirque Lodge alcohol abuse center is a leading , is a leading drug treatment program. We provide a number of effective rehab modalities for individuals in need of drug rehab and alcohol addiction treatment.

Addiction, Alcoholism and Rehab

Addiction like all substance abuse addiction problems begins very small and subtly. Millions of people enjoy moderate drinking with no addictions even formed, but for some it is just in their character. An addiction takes time and exposure to drinks. A dangerous practice in which addiction may begin to form stems from binge drinking. Binge drinking is classified as continuous drinking to the point of extreme intoxication. While the practice is common among a number of drinkers, regularity of binge drinking is a sign of addiction.

Addiction is an uncontrollable impulse to drink. Due to the exposure of alcohol and its ability to absorb into the brain this impulse becomes like a sickness or a disease. Over exposure and long term use of alcohol leads to dependency or as it commonly is called, alcoholism. A dependency to alcohol changes the entire outlook of life to the alcohol addict. Drinking becomes an all day activity and not much else matters. Jobs are lost, families are destroyed and lives ruined all for the pursuit of the next drink. It doesn't have to be this way for anyone. In recent years alcohol rehab help has become quite an effective approach to changing the drinking behavior.

Getting someone into a rehab facility can be a bit of a challenge. There is a stigma that most addicts have about their problem, especially alcoholics. They feel that drinking is not a alcohol problem and at any point if they so choose, they can quit. Like all aspects of addiction this is far easier said then done. Most times when alcohol is involved it is up to caring loved ones to provide them with the help they need for the alcohol addiction from a rehab center. For some this stigma can run quite deep. In some cases, individuals will be in alcohol rehab treatment for months and still feel they do not have a problem.

Intervention into Alcohol Rehab

In dealing with the stigma of alcoholism, intervention services may be quite helpful. An intervention is a pre arranged meeting with a drug treatment professional who deals personally with intervention. When an intervention is carried out it should be done in a motivational and loving manner. Intervention should inspire that loved one to get the help they are in need of for their alcohol addiction. Many interventionists see the individual through the entire alcohol rehab program and track their progress to ensure treatment is going well. Interventionists can also recommend a rehab facility that would best suit the needs for that individual.

Cirque Lodge works in conjunction with a number of intervention specialists. For more alcohol rehab information on these interventionists and their models for motivational help please see our intervention page under resources.

Following intervention should be immediate enrollment into an addiction treatment program. Remember, it is never too early to get your loved one help from a rehab program. In fact, the earlier into an addiction problem, the easier it is to treat. When alcoholism has a chance to set in, treatment can become more difficult because the brain has been affected and the withdrawal symptoms become even more serious, even deadly.

Types of Treatment

It should go without saying that most people think of Alcoholics Anonymous when they think of rehab. That is because AA has been around longer then most other programs and has had far spread success. Of course the most famous aspect to Alcoholics Anonymous would be the development of the 12-step program. This 12-step process is an effective process at providing a self inventory of the individual and why they choose to succumb to alcohol addiction. While other effective treatments are available for addiction treatment, many alcohol rehabs still utilize the 12-step program for its ability of continued effectiveness after rehab.

At Cirque Lodge, our drug rehab program and alcohol treatment program is founded on the 12-step modality. We feel that this model is a solid foundation for continued prevention against alcohol addiction. After graduation from our alcohol rehab program many 12-step programs are available in local areas to help with step work and effective sponsor programs. While the 12-step modality is the foundation of treatment at Cirque Lodge, we provide many aspects of addiction treatment for a complete alcohol rehab program.

Treatment at Cirque Lodge

The program at Cirque Lodge is based on an individualized program. Upon enrollment at our addiction treatment facility, a thorough assessment is made. We take into account a number of things in dealing with each resident of our program including, alcohol abuse history and medical history. We thoroughly prepare each individualized alcohol rehab plan to best meet the needs of the resident in rehab.

The clinical staff at Cirque Lodge meets together everyday to provide feedback and information on each individual treatment plan to ensure all is progressing accordingly. Independent counseling is used to properly treat any underlying issues that may become present with psychotherapy and treatment sessions. We provide dual diagnosis to ensure that the alcohol addiction is not a self medication practice for a mood or emotional disorder. In a case of such a disorder proper treatment is available.

Alcohol rehab at Cirque Lodge would not be complete without our experiential therapy program. A vital aspect of the 12-step modality is in achieving a life changing spiritual experience. Experiential therapy is daily activity set in nature where individuals can enjoy the world around them. Experiential therapy ranges from a number of activities that can provide the vital change necessary for the individual. This unique program also brings a level of therapeutic fun to the experience. This is something that an alcohol addiction compromises for sure. The ability to enjoy life free from the influence of addiction is just a part of the enjoyment of experiential therapy.

Other Aspects in Treatment

There are other aspects in treatment that provide the effective change needed for rehabilitation. At Cirque Lodge we also utilize effective support group and group therapy programs. For some individuals with an alcohol problem, support is what they are lacking. We feel that such programs and support structures are a positive influence for these individuals. Alcoholism has the tendency to create isolated barriers. Developing friendships and support structures help to eliminate these barriers and introduce ways to cope with an addiction.

A recent advancement in the realm of alcohol rehab therapy comes from cognitive and behavioral behavioral treatments. As addiction is very much a mental sickness, cognitive behavioral therapy is treatment for the mental process. When addiction sets in, it becomes an uncontrollable impulse. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps to change the impulse patterns brought on by alcohol addiction. It helps to create a number of coping strategies to help the person deal through addictive situations. Cognitive behavioral therapy also helps to make the important behavior changes in life. In critical situations when faced with giving into addictive temptations, the individual will have the behavioral change and not be weakened by the situation.

At Cirque Lodge, the drug and alcohol rehab facility also consists of our family program. Every three weeks at our addiction treatment center is family week. The family plays such a volatile roll in alcoholism recovery and continued success. Our family program is engineered to help educate the family of those in alcohol treatment to best understand the conditions of addiction. Effective family counseling is also utilized to help with any underlying issues present at the family level. Family members also learn about enabling and the importance of their roll in preventing relapse from occurring. Rehab is not complete with out the family's involvement in the alcohol rehabilitation program.

Alcohol Help and Recovery

No matter the level or the intensity, alcohol addiction recovery is possible. It takes dedication and effort on behalf of all parties involved, but it is possible. At Cirque Lodge we take alcohol help and recovery very seriously. We provide a continuing care plan to ensure that further treatment is available for graduates of our program after leaving the addiction treatment center. We provide them with a relapse prevention plan and a full spectrum of support and sponsor programs that can help them.

At Cirque Lodge we also feel that relapse is never an option. We have a lifetime guesting privilege for graduates of our program. We invite recovered residents of Cirque Lodge to return to our exclusive alcohol rehab whenever they need to refocus their efforts on sobriety, provided relapse has not already occurred. We also have an involved alumni program and reunion activities to help inspire and encourage those in recovery to continue in their success.

Alcohol addiction can be a terrible thing, but there is always hope. For centuries man has come to the mountains to find healing in nature, we invite you to do the same. If you or a loved one is suffering from an alcohol addiction Cirque Lodge can provide the treatment and rehabilitation they are in need of. We are a nationally recognized facility for excellence and effectiveness in the field of addiction treatment. There is hope and healing in the mountains for those in need of alcohol rehab, that hope and healing is Cirque Lodge.