When in the grips of a mental health disorder, it can feel like there’s no end to your struggles. But whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, or any other illness, there’s always hope. Brighter days are ahead—and if you live in San Diego, Apex Recovery can help you take tangible steps to a healthier future.
The Different Sides of Mental Health Treatment
Think of mental health, you might imagine a room, a couch, and a therapist with a clipboard. However, while talk therapy is important, it’s only a small part of an effective mental health treatment plan. Physical fitness, stable relationships, and daily routines all play a role—and for people struggling with addiction, even brain chemistry factors in.
Ultimately, successful treatment plans are as different as the people they help. At Apex Recovery, that fact guides our work: Our expert mental health professionals take the time to understand each patient’s wants and needs, personalizing care plans that incorporate multiple modes of care.
Recovery is a Team Effort
When you first arrive at Apex Recovery, you’ll meet your care team—not a lone professional, but a group of doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers all dedicated to helping you achieve your mental health goals. They’ll work alongside you to build a holistic care plan, pulling from their unique backgrounds and experiences to plot your best course of action. Everything’s done with two goals in mind: stabilizing and improving your mental health in the present, and equipping you with the tools needed to maintain that stability in the future.
Evidence-Based Treatments
Whether talking with a single therapist in an individual session, working with fellow patients in a group, or sitting with loved ones for family counseling, Apex Recovery relies on proven psychological methods to achieve sustainable outcomes. Our licensed mental health professionals primarily use two types of evidence-based treatments:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Also known as psychotherapy, CBT focuses on changing the way you think about things. By swapping harmful thought patterns with helpful ones, you can reframe challenges in healthier ways and better deal with whatever life throws at you. Used on its own or in conjunction with medication, CBT has been shown to help manage depression, anxiety, addiction, and other disorders.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). DBT builds on the principles of CBT, incorporating elements of talk therapy to train four key skills: mindfulness; acceptance and distress tolerance; emotional regulation; and interpersonal effectiveness. It’s especially useful for those struggling with strong emotions or self-destructive behaviors.
A Holistic Approach to Therapy
While evidence-based therapies are a pillar of effective mental health care, they’re just that—a single pillar. When used as part of a holistic treatment plan, CBT and DBT have an even greater impact. Apex Recovery recognizes that truth. It’s why our comprehensive care programs incorporate everything from nutrition counseling and exercise classes to yoga practices and massage therapy: Together, they boost your mood and energy, reduce stress, and give you the space to implement the lessons learned in traditional therapy.
Even our location helps! San Diego’s comfortable climate, diverse culture, and closeness to the ocean empower the important work you’ll do at Apex Recovery. If you’d like some time outdoors to clear your head, you’ll return feeling refreshed.
Simplifying Ongoing Support
Mental health, like physical health, requires ongoing maintenance; sustained success calls for sustained effort. To that end, Apex Recovery coordinates support groups and relapse prevention programs for patients who’ve completed formal treatment. By building a healthy community and teaching practical skills (think: techniques for stress management and craving mitigation), we can help people stay sober longer—and help them find the motivation to do so.
Need Help? You’re Not Alone.
Isolating, debilitating—living through addiction or a mental health crisis can feel hopeless. But recognizing your struggle and admitting you need help takes courage; Apex Recovery will walk with you every step of the way. From initial care to post-treatment support, our licensed professionals can get you back on your feet. And with the help of evidence-based therapies and our holistic philosophy, you’ll be able to keep standing.