PTSD treatment Center in North Carolina

PTSD

Written By: Ava
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August 19, 2024

PTSD Treatment Center in
North Carolina

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental condition causing symptoms like nightmares and flashbacks. Often, people with PTSD turn to substances like alcohol or drugs as a way to cope, contributing to the development of co-occurring disorders.

At Ritual Recovery in Asheville, we understand the complexities of PTSD and the challenges of living with the condition. Our innovative center specializes in dual diagnosis care, providing comprehensive treatment for both PTSD and substance disorders. Our philosophy is rooted in a holistic, individualized approach to healing. This addresses trauma’s root causes as well as those factors that led to addiction, fostering lasting recovery.

At our PTSD treatment center, we help individuals regain control of their lives and also develop healthy coping strategies while healing from trauma’s effects. Our environment is safe and supportive, so clients can explore experiences, process emotions and build resilience.

Our dual-diagnosis treatment in Asheville is led by experienced clinicians and therapists who use evidence-based therapies paired with holistic treatments, ensuring all aspects of an individual’s well-being are thoroughly addressed.

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Understanding PTSD

This mental health condition can develop after someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. Examples of events that could trigger the development of PTSD include:

Natural disasters.
Serious accidents.
War or combat.
Terrorist acts.
Rape or other violent personal assaults.

PTSD can affect anyone, no matter their gender, age or background. It can develop immediately after an event or not until years later. The trauma can stem from an isolated event, a series of events, or being chronically exposed to trauma or distressing situations. Not everyone experiencing trauma will develop PTSD, but risk factors that increase the chances include:

A history of previous trauma.
The experience of prolonged or intense trauma.
Having a job where you could be exposed to traumatic events, like a first responder or military personnel.
A family history of mental health issues.
Not having support after the trauma.

After a traumatic event, a person could experience symptoms disruptive to their daily lives. Trauma affects the way the brain processes emotions and memories. Intense emotions like helplessness or horror contribute to the development of PTSD, and people with unhealthy coping mechanisms may struggle to deal with the memories associated with trauma. Along with offering substance abuse treatment in North Carolina, we are a PTSD treatment center and provider of dual diagnosis care at Ritual Recovery.

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Substance Abuse

Alcohol

Heroin

Cocaine

Fentanyl

Meth

Opioids

Xanax

Prescription Drugs

Dual-Diagnosis

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Borderline Personality

Depression

PTSD/Trauma

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What Are Some of the Symptoms of PTSD?

Symptoms can vary quite a bit among individuals, but usually, they fall into one of four broad categories. These include:

Intrusive thoughts are recurrent, and there are unwanted memories of the event. Flashbacks or nightmares can also happen. Intrusive thoughts can be vivid to the point that they make someone feel like the trauma is happening again.
Avoidance symptoms include avoiding people, places, activities, or thoughts that could trigger memories of the trauma. Symptoms of avoidance can lead to major changes in lifestyle and behavior.
Negative thoughts and moods can include persistent negative emotions, feelings of detachment, and difficulty feeling positive emotions.
Changes in physical and emotional reactions. These can include feeling edgy or tense, being startled easily, having trouble sleeping or experiencing angry outbursts.

PTSD can have far-reaching effects on relationships, quality of life and overall well-being. We understand these effects at our PTSD treatment center and encourage you to reach out and learn more about not only our addiction treatment in Asheville but also our mental health programs.

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We Work With Most Major Insurance

We accept most commercial insurance plans that cover out-of-network benefits, typically PPO insurance plans to help cover many of the costs associated with treatment at Ritual Recovery. To find out your personal options for treatment, fill out our free online insurance verification form.

Co-occurring Addiction and PTSD

Addiction and PTSD often co-occur, known as dual diagnosis. The co-occurrence can complicate both conditions, making treatment more challenging and necessary. Reasons that addiction and PTSD frequently occur together include:

Self-medication: One of the most common reasons for co-occurring addiction and PTSD is self-medication. When someone has PTSD, they'll experience intense emotional distress, intrusive thoughts and memories and physical symptoms. Alcohol or drugs may become a way to cope with these symptoms by numbing their emotions, reducing anxiety or helping with sleep. While there may be temporary relief, these substances can lead to addiction and dependence and worsen the underlying PTSD.
Shared risk factors: There are risk factors shared between PTSD and addiction, including a history of trauma as well as genetic predisposition and environmental factors.
Brain impact: Both conditions affect the brain's reward and stress response systems. Trauma can change how the brain functions, especially concerning fear, memory and emotional regulation. Substance use can further disrupt these symptoms and create a cycle where PTSD symptoms and addiction reinforce each other.

An integrated treatment approach is needed for co-occurring PTSD and addiction. Coordinated care for both might include a combination of:

Therapy interventions include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy. These help individuals process trauma so they can go on to develop healthier ways of coping.
Medication management when appropriate to help with symptoms of PTSD or withdrawal and cravings associated with addiction.
Holistic and supportive therapies like yoga, meditation and group therapy are helpful to promote healing and overall well-being.

We encourage anyone seeking drug rehab along with PTSD treatment to reach out to Ritual Recovery anytime to learn more about our programs.

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Programs at Our PTSD Treatment Center

At Ritual Recovery, we offer a range of treatment programs and levels of care to address both PTSD and substance addiction comprehensively. Our levels of care include:

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

Our partial hospitalization program provides intensive care for individuals requiring more support than is available in traditional outpatient services, but not 24/7 residential care. The program is ideal if someone’s dealing with severe PTSD or addiction symptoms. The environment is structured with a full day of therapeutic activities. These can include individual therapists with professionals who specialize in trauma and addiction, facilitated group therapy, holistic therapies like mindfulness and yoga, and medical supervision.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

The IOP at Ritual Recovery is for individuals who have completed a PHP or require a lower care level. Treatment can be balanced with other responsibilities. Key aspects of our IOP include flexible scheduling, trauma-informed therapy to address PTSD and addiction. Therapy methods and approaches like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) may be part of an IOP with us. Support group participation for peer support and focusing on building relapse prevention skills are also integral to our IOP.

Outpatient Program

Our outpatient program is a supportive treatment for individuals further along in their recovery journey. It’s less intensive than a PHP or IOP. Features include regular therapy sessions focusing on maintaining therapy gains and long-term recovery and assisting with developing practical life skills like communication and stress management. Our outpatient drug rehab in Asheville encourages family participation to strengthen support systems.

Sober Living Accommodations

Sober living at Ritual Recovery provides a supportive and substance-free environment for individuals recovering from PTSD and addiction as they transition to independent living.

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"Ritual saved my life, my marriage and my family! A top notch program, the best residence in Asheville and I can’t say enough about the staff. You won’t find the same kind of love, understanding and empathy anywhere else. Pick up the phone and put down the addiction."

Robby Meredith

"I highly recommend Ritual Recovery. They have one of the best approaches for treating addiction. The process is run very smoothly. The admission Director is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. She goes the extra mile to help facilitate Placement. The campus is beautiful. It is warm and welcoming. The staff really cares about each client. They have been there and really understand what is needed and helps."

Tracy Bowry

"Ritual Recovery is an EXCEPTIONAL program for those seeking recovery! THANK YOU Maegan, Aaron, Ryan, and all staff for taking the time and going above and beyond to create a safe environment and the space to heal. It is powerful to see the growth of a family member go from broken, lonely, and defeated, to HAPPY, JOYOUS, and FREE. I wish this program was longer because it is AMAZING! May God Bless Ritual Recovery abundantly because this place is one of a kind!"

Cindy Alcombright

"Ritual provided a serene setting for me to feel like recovering is possible and the sky is the limit to my life. The beautiful house on the side of a mountain, the outings to hiking trails, waterfalls (swam at one), and hard work at the clinic center to put away my old life and find a new one. Everyone can recover here and plan your future with the staff for the next steps in the right direction. Find your rituals here to your new life! PS you just might want to stay longer than planned because it’s that peaceful!"

Bryan Brock

"My experience at Ritual was truly the greatest recovery journey I’ve ever undergone throughout all my years of searching for help with my substance use problems. It is so much more than simply a drug/alcohol rehabilitation center. It’s a program that has allowed me to heal and change my entire perspective of myself, and life as a whole. This is all credited to the most amazing staff that I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. They are professional and qualified, but more than that, they are kind and authentic, and they truly care about my well-being. They will do anything and everything in their power to increase my odds of success."

Jonah Morgan

"I take pride in the program that Ritual offers. This is a truly client-centered recovery community. I've felt a genuine connection with each one my patients and consider myself lucky to be part of their journey."

A.J. Meelan

"Ritual Recovery center of Asheville helped me change my life, my experience with them has been very positive. I recommend Ritual to anyone seeking help. They helped me to reconnect with myself and start a new life which I love!!"

Calrah King

"I can't heap enough praise on the staff at RR. Particularly the techs. The understanding, love, and kindness they show each resident is invaluable to someone beginning a different way of life."

Andy Denn

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PTSD Treatment at Ritual Recovery

Our programs are designed to deliver a continuum of care. This ensures the appropriate support level at every stage of the recovery journey. Our trauma-informed and holistic approaches ensure both PTSD and addiction are addressed, paving the way for a healthy and fulfilling life.

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PTSD treatment Center in North Carolina

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