Too often, young adults view addiction treatment as punishment imposed by others rather than a healthy and positive personal choice. With the self-centeredness of adolescence still strong, bright and talented young men and women are frequently baffled and frustrated at not being able to achieve their life goals – and yet not able to appreciate the need to change the attitudinal and behavioral blocks to personal fulfillment. Treatment methods designed for older adults can result in young patients confusing important recovery values with an infringement on their independence or an unwanted extension of parental authority.
Cottonwood Tucson’s Young Adult Programs offer a treatment focus specifically designed for young adults (ages 18-24) suffering from substance addictions and other co-occurring behavioral health problems like depression, eating disorders, family of origin conflict and trauma. This 45-day inpatient program is designed to help young men and women overcome common age-related behavioral and attitudinal barriers that can hinder their ability to live independently from their parents, maintain educational gains or meaningful employment and establish healthy relationships. In an environment of structure, safety and support, our highly skilled counselors, several with personal experience in recovery from chemical dependency and other destructive behaviors, present the recovery process as a method young adults can use to achieve their own goals. Using a client-centered approach, framed by consistency, genuine empathy and authentic communication, Cottonwood clinicians help young patients to resolve ambivalence and truly invest in the treatment process.
Cottonwood’s Young Adult Inpatient Treatment Focus includes the following:
- On-Site Medical and Psychiatric Services
- 24-Hour Nursing Coverage
- Age-Specific 12-Step Meetings
- Interactive Workshops with focus on addictions, mood disorders, food issues and trauma
- A Comprehensive Wellness Program including a nutritional assessment, a fitness consult and ongoing evaluations of health and wellness needs
- Young Adult-Specific Individual and Group Therapy
- Experiential Therapy – including art and music groups
- Equine Assisted Therapy
- Recreational Therapy – Including Rocks and Ropes and Cardio Activities
- Community Outings
- Comprehensive Aftercare Planning
Admissions staff is available 24 hours a day to answer any questions you may have. Please contact us at (800) 877-4520. We look forward to serving as a resource for your young adult clients.
