Our Clinical Approach
Therapies That Work
The treatment methods we use are carefully chosen and supported by years of research and patient success. These approaches, known as evidence-based practices, are important in addiction treatment because they ensure care is both effective and personalized. By using proven methods, clinicians can adapt treatments to fit each person’s unique background, needs, and preferences. Following these guidelines helps create better results for clients, giving them a strong foundation for long-term recovery.
Evidence-Based Practices at Cumberland Heights
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has proven highly effective for recovery because it helps people change their thoughts and habits. Central to CBT is the concept that our thoughts, rather than external events, affect the way we feel and behave.
Used in both individual and group settings, Dialectical Behavior Treatment (DBT) treatment has been proven to be highly effective in treating mood disorders and suicidal thoughts. It also helps address and change harmful behaviors, including self-harm, eating disorders, and substance use.
Twelve-Step Facilitation (TSF) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach introduced in 1986, and is known to be as effective as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). TSF helps individuals recognize addiction as a disease and prepares them for active participation in 12-Step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. It includes pre-step work and psychoeducational components based on each step, fostering readiness and understanding. By promoting engagement in meetings and building a supportive recovery network, TSF offers long-term benefits, helping individuals maintain lasting sobriety.
Motivational Interviewing is a powerful approach designed to inspire positive behavior change by nurturing your internal motivation. This method not only encourages you to explore solutions to challenges but also incorporates the concept of the stages of change. It helps individuals identify their current stage in the change process, understand what it means, and take meaningful steps forward.
When a person becomes reliant on opioid medications like oxycodone (OxyContin) or hydrocodone (Vicodin), their brain operates differently. It becomes accustomed to an artificial supply of certain neurotransmitters and stops producing them on its own. Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is the administration of medicine to restore the brain’s chemical balance.
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Our Model of Care
At Cumberland Heights, our Model of Care is rooted in evidence-based practices proven effective for treating substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We take a person-centered approach that honors each individual’s and family’s unique strengths, needs, and values.
Our care model includes identifying and stabilizing trauma and mental health conditions, activating each person’s own motivation for change, and introducing the principles, practices, and support community of the Twelve Steps through Twelve Step Facilitation. Recovery is viewed as a lifelong process, and our goal is to support individuals and families in building a sustainable foundation for healing.
We offer a full continuum of care—from extended care and outpatient services to immersive recovery experiences—paired with ongoing recovery management through Alumni Care, peer-led support groups, and mutual aid networks.
We know our model of care works because we measure progress in real time—from admission through the twelve months after discharge. Our data consistently shows reductions in cravings, anxiety, and depression—and most importantly, these improvements last over time.
Supporting Patient Growth Through Research
As leaders in the field, it is our responsibility to invest in the future of addiction treatment, and that starts with recognizing how our treatments affect our patients. The Research Institute at Cumberland Heights exists to increase our insight into process improvements, and helps us identify which treatments are most appropriate for each person we treat.
Experiential Therapies
Experiential services at Cumberland Heights, such as art therapy, adventure therapy, equine-assisted therapy, and mindfulness practices, play a significant role in enhancing our traditional therapeutic approaches.
These services help individuals engage in the treatment process on multiple levels by facilitating emotional expression, reducing stress, and improving self-awareness and self-esteem. For instance, creative therapies like art and music allow individuals to express feelings that might be difficult to articulate verbally.
By incorporating these hands-on experiences, we are able to significantly deepen the impact of our therapeutic process, providing practical coping mechanisms, and ultimately supporting a more comprehensive and lasting recovery.
The Admissions Process
At Cumberland Heights we understand every patient has unique needs. Our experienced staff will develop a personalized treatment plan based on past traumas and/or other co-occurring illnesses.
Call Us
You're taking the first step on your path to recovery. Reach out to us by phone or by submitting the form below to initiate the admission process. Our team is available to answer your questions & provide the support you need to get started.
Confidential Assessment
Speak with our admissions team and complete a confidential assessment to discuss your needs and challenges. This step helps us determine the most appropriate level of care and treatment options.
Schedule Your Admission
We ensure transparency and support from the start. After setting a treatment plan, we will schedule your admission, clarify any financial responsibilities, and help you find the right care - no matter who it's with.
