Young Adult Services
The Ashley model of treatment incorporates 12-step program approaches and accepted therapeutic techniques. Our Young Adult Services are incorporated into this framework, thus providing tailored, effective treatment for young adults aged 18 – 25 years old. In addition to the 12-step recovery model, motivational enhancement, cognitive behavioral therapy, and life/recovery skills training play a large role.
Young adults participate in the general treatment program as well as certain educational sessions that address the specific needs of this age group. These sessions consist of topics and experiential presentations germane to the younger patients in an open atmosphere that encourages sharing between Ashley patients and staff.
Young adults participate in separate breakout groups in addition to the educational sessions with the full community. Ashley’s approach acknowledges that patients all learn from each other, so we provide an experience that allows patient interaction with the entire community as well as specialized therapy with their age-group.
Young adults, like all patients, receive personalized continuing care plans to prepare for maintaining recovery after leaving Ashley. Proper placement is assessed based on a variety of factors, and appropriate extended living arrangements, group meetings and private counseling are often recommended.
Father Martin’s Ashley Young Adult Services :
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Geared for young adults aged 18-25 suffering from addiction
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Use breakout groups and educational sessions to address young adult-specific issues
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Are included as part of the inpatient treatment, including 12-step program and other therapeutic techniques.
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Teach skills to support future independent living
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John Wanner, Ashley counselor, is one of several regular speakers for the Young Adult Track. Discussion topics include the biology of addiction, to help young adults understand the nature of their disease, and other issues pertinent to young adults in recovery, such as learning life skills and breaking co-dependencies. |
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