Military & Veterans in Recovery

Veterans and Mental Health Treatment

At Clearbrook Massachusetts, we recognize the unique challenges faced by veterans, who often use substances to cope with the mental distress stemming from their service experiences. The prevalence of untreated mental health issues among veterans can significantly increase the risk of suicide. To address these challenges, we have developed a specialized program tailored to the specific needs of veterans.

Mental Health Disorders We Treat

Our program is designed to address a wide range of mental health disorders that can profoundly affect individuals, especially those with military backgrounds. These include:

• Adjustment Disorder
• Anxiety Disorders (Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder)
• Attachment Disorders
• Bipolar Disorder
• Grief and Loss
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Self-Injury or Self-Harming Behaviors
• Depression
• Thought Disorders
• Psychological Symptoms

For military personnel and veterans, mental health challenges are often exacerbated by combat and traumatic experiences. PTSD, historically known as "shellshock" or "battle fatigue," remains a particularly prevalent condition.

Our approach is holistic and comprehensive, including tailored therapies, life skills training, and supervised outdoor activities. These elements are designed to promote healthy coping strategies and facilitate reintegration into society. We offer both outpatient and residential options, incorporating evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to address various mental health disorders. These therapies are effective in treating conditions including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance-induced issues.

Our commitment to veterans extends beyond initial treatment. Our aftercare program provides continued support through group therapy and peer support, ensuring that veterans have the resources they need for long-term recovery.

Additional Program for Military and Veterans

Faith-Based Addiction Treatment at Clearbrook

Veterans at Clearbrook Pennsylvania and Massachusetts have access to our non-denominational Christ-centered, faith-based programming for those interested in a more spiritual approach to treatment. Our Faith in Recovery program guides patients in establishing or restoring their faith and relationship with God while also addressing their substance use disorders. All servicemen and women are welcome to join and experience how Faith in Recovery integrates faith-based ideas and clinical addiction therapies into a personalized Christian program.

Family Program

Our family program is centered on helping the families of patients suffering from an addiction. These conditions aren’t limited to the individual and can affect every person they’re connected to. It’s heartbreaking to watch your loved one battle addiction. This disease can break up families and deteriorate relationships without professional help. Our program for families of addicts promotes healing within the family unit.

Unique Therapies

Veterans in Recovery also incorporate a variety of therapies, such as biofeedback, dialectical behavioral, and motivational interviewing to help patients recognize how negative thoughts and emotions feed into their addiction. Especially for those who have experienced a significant amount of trauma, like veterans, learning how to recognize negative thinking and how to properly manage it can be life-changing.

Telehealth IOP Program

Clearbrook’s Telehealth IOP offers military members and veterans specialized care for alcohol and substance abuse through remote technologies like videoconferencing and phone calls. This program delivers evidence-based treatment from the comfort of your home, including individual and group therapy, medical consultations, and medication management tailored to the unique needs of those in the military. Ideal for those in remote locations, with mobility issues, or seeking privacy, our telehealth approach ensures secure, confidential support and flexibility in your recovery journey.

Alumni Program

Our alumni program offers continuous support to patients who have completed at least one of our alcohol or drug treatment programs. Because addiction is a chronic disease, sobriety is a choice patients will have to make daily. Recovery is a lifetime process that, although difficult at times, is extremely rewarding. Addiction treatment doesn’t guarantee that the person will never face challenges – that’s why we offer an alumni program. Finding purpose in recovery and sustaining sobriety requires support from others who have gone through similar situations. We want to offer everything our patients may need to stay on the right track long after they’ve completed their time with us.

One of A Kind Program 

Veterans in Recovery is a one-of-a-kind program that offers unique features, some of which include:

• A safe environment where patients can escape from their temptations
• Therapies and programs led by staff who are equipped to help veterans and their loved ones
• Life skills training and addiction counseling
• Addiction and mental health education
• Assistance reintegrating back into society
• Peer support is enforced with group meetings and outings
• Supervised outings, outdoor activities, meetings, speaker events, & more
• Holistic treatment and amenities

Considering the trauma that many veterans have experienced, it’s important that we offer them both physical and mental support for recovery.