Trauma and the process of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction

Traumatic experiences can influence people in different ways. A persons' method of dealing with and response to a traumatic experience can impact ones ability to get clean and sober, and to maintain a life of recovery. Unity Recovery Center has teamed up with Dr. Jon Connelly to provide "Rapid Trauma Resolution" therapy to patients with trauma histories. Dr. Jon Connelly has been featured in mental health journals and publications such as "Psychology Today" showcasing his expertise in trauma resolution. "Emotional problems, destructive behaviors, and relationship difficulties can seem impossible to change when fueled by traumatic past events. Unresolved, emotional trauma can even increase vulnerability to medical problems. Attempting to bring about enduring change without eliminating the influence of these past events would be like trying to repair the structure of a building by merely applying a coat of paint." - Dr. Jon Connelly.

Utilizing Dr. Connelly's approach in conjunction with our multi disciplinary team offers recovering alcoholics and drug addicts the sometimes needed breakthrough to finally start healing the person within. We have found this to be very effective in the treatment resistant drug addicts / alcoholics and chronic relapsers. Many times there is underlying trauma that has not been properly treated. Until that trauma is resolved, the alcoholic/addict runs the risk of a re-occurring relapse.