The Progressions Program at Sierra Tucson provides an opportunity for patients to more fully prepare for the next level of recovery. Patients may choose to extend their time in our inpatient, primary treatment environment beyond the initial 30- or 45-day program to gain another 2 to 4 weeks of therapeutic experience and relapse prevention. For patients dealing with chemical dependency, mood or anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, sexual compulsivity, or chronic pain, prognosis improves when they can extend their time in the primary care setting. The Progressions Program is designed to enhance the patient’s transition into another level of care, whether that be extended care, an intensive outpatient program, or outpatient therapy.

The Progressions Program is also available as a 2- to 4-week program for Sierra Tucson alumni, those who have completed treatment at another inpatient facility, or individuals who want to further their recovery skills. Please note that, although this is a primary inpatient treatment program, active addictions and mental/behavioral disorders typically require a minimum of 30 days for effective treatment. Each person is evaluated on a case-by-case basis to determine if they will benefit from this program.

The curriculum of the Progressions Program is based on feedback received from staff, professionals in the field, and alumni. Sierra Tucson is grateful for our continuing relationships with alumni and for information they share about the challenges following discharge. The Progressions Program is intentionally structured so that individuals have more exposure to people, places, and situations that may trigger reactions and cravings. Specialized treatment planning helps each individual focus on his/her own relapse prevention needs and work on deeper issues to improve quality of life. As a result, patients experience greater practice with relapse prevention skills, are better prepared to succeed after discharge, and appreciate the value of continuing care recommendations.

The objectives of the Progressions Program of treatment include the following:

• Strengthen relapse prevention and denial management
• Develop specific, personal recovery plans for life after inpatient treatment
• Intensify participation in a Twelve-Step fellowship
• Expand intuitive skills to help individuals make healthy choices
• Address vocational/career and life change issues
• Offer a variety of focused work and unstructured assignment time
• Provide opportunities for patients to experience outings within a safe setting to practice and process coping skills
• Increase exposure to innovative therapeutic modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Pain Management services, and Integrative Therapies (Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Qi Gong, Reiki, Shiatsu, Somatic Experiencing®, and Zero Balancing)

Components of treatment may include:

• Daily morning meditation meetings
• Medical appointments
• Medication Management
• Individual Integrative Therapy appointments
• Life Skills Groups (advanced relapse prevention and denial management)
• Experiential Therapy
• Psychodramatic Role-Play
• Off-site activities with clinical staff, such as dinners and hikes, to provide opportunity for use of relapse prevention strategies
• Off-site and on-site Twelve-Step meetings
• Equine-Assisted Therapy
• Adventure Therapy, including High Ropes elements and Climbing Wall
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Training
• Grief Therapy (Loss Recovery Model)
• Art Therapy
• Two-Day Couple’s Workshop
• Parenting Skills Group
• Young Adult Focus Group
• Gratitude and Spirituality
• Money Management and Recovery issues
• Life Coaching
• Limited computer/Internet access for business and continuing care needs

How long does the program last?
The Progressions Program requires a minimum stay of 2 weeks; some people benefit from a longer stay of up to 4 weeks. (Please note that length of stay may need to exceed 2 weeks to schedule the Couple's Workshop.) Alumni or others entering the program will spend at least one day in the Medical Assessment and Stabilization (MAS) unit for evaluation.

How do I get started?

Please call Sierra Tucson's Intake Department at 800-842-4487.
An Intake coordinator will answer your questions and obtain information to begin the admission process. Ask about special discounts for Sierra Tucson alumni.

For more information about any of Sierra Tucson's programs, please call us anytime at 800-842-4487 or speak confidentially online with a caring staff member. You may also contact us by e-mail to request more information.

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