Substance Abuse Rehab

In dealing with a substance abuse problem with either alcohol or drugs, it is important to seek professional help in the matter. Most medical professionals would recommend for serious cases of addiction and abuse a residential substance abuse rehab center. Cirque Lodge is a nationally recognized substance abuse and drug rehab center located in the privacy of the mountains of Sundance Utah. We balance the best of cognitive and experiential therapy with the 12- program for effetive addiction treatment.

In treating addiction you are dealing with very delicate matters. Addiction and substance abuse affects the frontal lobe workings of the brain making the use of alcohol and drugs impulsive instead of a choice. A substance abuse rehab center like the drug and alcohol rehab provided at Cirque Lodge are specially trained to treat this brain problem and bring an end to addictive practices. To ensure treatment is successful we also utilize a thorough relapse prevention plan to provide continued care after an alcohol and drug rehab program.

Understanding Substance Abuse

The abuse of such substances as alcohol and drugs is not the intention of those who initially use them. The first intention is just to get "high". All addictive substances force a dopamine release on the brain. The dopamine system in the brain functions as a neurotransmitter that rewards the brain with a slight euphoric feeling. Alcohol and drugs force a release of large amounts of dopamine into the brain increasing the euphoric feeling. This feeling is what inspires the use of the drug.

Addiction and the behavior of addiction are based upon a number of things. For some individuals it is unfortunately just a part of their DNA. Addiction can also be developed from aspects of upbringing, abuse, traumatic experiences and even peer pressure. When addiction is developed substance abuse slowly becomes less and less about getting high.

Extended substance abuse actually damages the dopamine system of the brain. A tolerance is developed in the brain and more of the substance of choice is needed. Individuals will choose to mix drugs and alcohol, a dangerous practice, just to achieve the now elusive high. At this point the substance abuse and the addiction take control of life. Family is affected, employment is a struggle, and the addicted individual is in need of help.

Most individuals battling substance abuse will not seek help on their own. It is usually up to friends and loved ones to get them the help they need. A substance abuse rehab center like the one at Cirque Lodge, is professional treatment for alcohol and drug abuse in a private and comfortable setting.

Cirque Lodge Substance Abuse Rehab Center

When you or someone you care about is in need of treatment for substance abuse, Cirque Lodge is among the best choices in the field of addiction treatment. We provide an individualized program for each of our clients in treatment. Each individual will receive a specialized treatment to meet their very own specific needs. If a person has an alcohol problem they will be receiving specific alcohol treatment for their alcohol problem, and not just a generalized program.

No one therapy is the magic treatment for an addiction at the Cirque Lodge substance abuse rehab center, we provide a balance of all aspects of addiction treatment. This allows our clinical staff to see the areas of specific treatment that are having success with the client and provide more of that treatment. We use many effective techniques for addiction treatment including, cognitive behavioral therapy, independent psychotherapy and counseling, short term medication therapy, and even support group programs.

We balance all the intensified effective therapy, with our experiential therapy program. This is what provides our substance abuse rehab center with an aspect of fun. Experiential therapy at Cirque Lodge is a number of unique activities changing year round that provide healing in their very own way. Activities vary from fly-fishing and mountain biking in the summer time, to snow shoeing in the winter. Many residents comment that it is the experiential therapy that made substance abuse treatment at Cirque Lodge worth it.

The substance abuse rehab center at Cirque Lodge can give those loved ones with an addiction an end to their habits. We provide the utmost in treatment for those in need of a substance abuse program, in a comfortable and private facility.

At Cirque Lodge, we provide a confidential free intake assessment on our website, or you may call us at 1-877-997-3422. Either way, we are here to help you. For more information please check our Addiction Rehab or Substance Abuse pages.