Women’s Substance Use Treatment

Women’s Substance Use Treatment

Substance use disorders have an unequal impact on the lives of men and women due to gender differences. We know now that societal roles, as well as the identity, can deeply influence a person’s experience with disease or recovery. To foster success in their journey toward sobriety, it is necessary for individuals to recognize stereotypes and be comfortable embracing who they are throughout all stages of healing.

Women with substance use disorder often feel overwhelmed by the pressure to be “perfect” and in control. Substance use disorder affects women deeply on both a societal and personal level, introducing feelings of guilt and shame into their lives as they struggle to meet unrealistic expectations. Women-focused treatment strategies that offer sisterly support have been incredibly successful in helping them recover from trauma, develop resilience, and engage effectively on their path of healing. Accordingly, workshops led by female counselors provide a safe space where you can heal within an empowering community. By creating a sense of connection with other women, research has shown that outcomes are improved significantly.

Representing Women in Addiction Treatment

Women often face unique challenges when it comes to addiction treatment in Florida. Research suggests that gender differences should be considered when developing and delivering substance abuse services. Women may have different experiences with drugs, the healthcare system, and other aspects of their lives.

To ensure proper representation and support for women in addiction treatment in Florida, gender-specific services should be available and accessible. This includes providing gender-sensitive counseling that focuses on the unique needs of women, such as recovery from trauma or intimate partner violence, childcare, job training and placement for employment, and assistance with housing.

It is also important to ensure that resources, such as individual and group therapy, educational programs, and long-term access to mental health professionals, are available to support women in recovery. In addition, women need to feel safe seeking treatment. Providing them with private counseling or group therapy sessions is essential.

Service providers should be aware of the cultural implications of substance abuse in Hispanic, African-American, and other BIPOC communities. Women, in particular, may experience stigma and pressure to hide their substance use or be judged harshly by their families and peers. To ensure they receive the best possible assistance, service providers should strive to create a culturally-sensitive environment where women feel comfortable disclosing their struggles with addiction.

We can help Florida’s women reclaim their lives and pursue healthy, productive futures by ensuring that they receive comprehensive, gender-specific substance abuse treatment.  Together, let’s commit to improving the quality of life for women in Florida struggling with substance abuse.  Let’s work together to ensure everyone has access to the compassionate care and support they deserve.

Benefits of a Partial Hospitalization Program for Women

The Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) at Olympic Behavioral Health offers several benefits. The program provides comprehensive care in an environment that is supportive and safe. This program allows women to receive intense therapy and counseling while still living at home or in a residential facility. Treatment at a PHP also provides a structured program that includes individual, family, and group therapy, educational classes, and other activities. Our PHP program for women helps develop positive coping skills to deal with triggers that can lead to relapse. It provides the necessary tools for lifelong recovery.

The PHP program at Olympic Behavioral Health in West Palm Beach, FL, has a multidisciplinary approach to treatment. We include psychiatrists, nursing staff, psychologists, counselors, and other professionals who are dedicated to helping individuals achieve recovery. The goals of this recovery program are to provide the highest level of care and support. This support ultimately leads to sustained sobriety and improved quality of life. By working together with a comprehensive team, our PHP for women ensures that our clients receive the best possible treatment for their long-term success in recovery.

The Olympic Behavioral Health women’s PHP program provides a comprehensive range of services to women with a substance addiction. This can include medical care, psychotherapy and counseling, education and support groups, spiritual guidance, and referrals for specialized treatment. PHP also offers residential programs that focus on the physical, psychological, social and spiritual aspects of recovery. The residential PHP provides intensive therapeutic interventions in a safe environment. It’s designed to help women break the cycle of addiction and build a foundation for long-term recovery. We also offer women ongoing aftercare services. These services can include sober living programs and alumni programming. This helps ensure that women remain on the path of sustained sobriety. With their comprehensive approach to recovery, our PHP has helped countless women reclaim their lives from addiction.

At our women’s substance use treatment program, we understand that trauma and addiction often go hand-in-hand. That’s why we’ve put together a well-crafted integrated approach. We’re helping to ensure women can break the cycle of destructive behavior spurred on by unresolved issues related to their suffering. 

Our evidence-based modalities utilize a variety of therapeutic practices including:

• DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy)
• CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
• Nutrition Counseling
• 12-Step Programming
• Contingency Management
• Motivational Interviewing
• Brief Intervention Approach
• Matrix Model
• Anger Management Therapy
• Trauma Therapy
• Relapse Prevention