LGBT FRIENDLY

The team at Challenges Addiction Treatment Center is cognizant of the issues facing LGBT clients and the most effective strategies for addressing them. As a result, we have designed a program that is not only empathic, but also informed, effective, and ethical for our LGBT clients. It is our belief that best results are achieved by integrating our LGBT clients with others suffering from addiction and/or co-occurring disorders.

The Challenges program is based on research that indicates creating a safe and welcoming environment for LGBT clients is an essential component of successful recovery. Often many treatment programs in the U.S. fail to provide this. When individuals are in the “closet” while in treatment, they are often not successful at treatment; instead, they are worrying if the other clients “know” or will “find out.” At Challenges, LGBT clients are encouraged to be “out” in a manner that is appropriate with their respective comfort levels and we respect the choices of those individuals, as do our other clients.

Challenges Addiction Treatment Center combines cutting-edge relapse prevention treatment with a multitude of evidence-based therapies. We also use a holistic approach based upon a 12-step foundation.

Each client at Challenges receives an individualized treatment plan. The program operates on the disease concept model and utilizes cognitive behavioral, experiential and motivational therapies. Each client participates in a mix of group and individual therapies. Some of our specialized offerings include neurofeedback, trauma, anger management, relapse court, nutrition, spirituality, and more, resulting in a comprehensive treatment approach that can be individually tailored for an optimal outcome.

While at Challenges, clients are under the care of a psychiatrist with an additional certification as an addictionologist, which ensures that the client receives the highest level of co-occurring and pharmacological care.

Challenges has demonstrated a long-time commitment to serving the LGBT client, creating a safe space for LGBT individuals to examine their behaviors and seek the necessary help to put them on the path to recovery.

Additional Support

• Clients are given the opportunity to attend outside LGBT 12-step meetings.
• Clients are provided with one-on-one therapy sessions to address specific issues about which they are not comfortable discussing in groups.
• Clients have access to available “out” staff members who are in long-term recovery.
• Significant others can be included in family sessions, family program, and passes.

Regardless of your sexual orientation, know that the staff of Challenges is here to ensure you receive the treatment and support you need to facilitate a successful recovery.

No matter who you are,
No matter your addiction,
No matter how many times you have failed.
Challenges is here.