Women's Rehab Center in Camden County

Women-Focused Addiction Treatment Program

When it comes to recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, men and women have different needs. Many women turn to substance abuse when their selflessness leads them to ignore their own needs in favor of helping others. The more they give, the harder it is to juggle the demands of everyday life, increasing the risk for substance abuse and other addictions.

At Recovery at the Crossroads, our licensed staff members have extensive experience helping female patients understand that putting themselves first doesn’t make them selfish or uncaring. With guidance from our recovery professionals, patients learn how to stand up for themselves and say no to requests that are likely to make life more stressful.

A Trauma-Informed Approach to Care

Our staff members recognize that many women with addictions to drugs and alcohol have a history of trauma. Some of those women experienced physical, emotional or sexual abuse during childhood, while others were subjected to abuse by their spouses or significant others. A history of trauma increases the risk for substance abuse and other mental health conditions, especially in women whose journeys took an unexpected turn.

Many of the women who come to Recovery at the Crossroads report that their relationships started out strong and then took a turn for the worse, leading to ongoing pain and abuse. For some of these women, the physical and emotional abuse made it seem that life would never get any better. Once they had the courage to seek addiction treatment, they saw that they could recover from their addictions without tolerating abuse and mistreatment from others.

Types of Trauma

At Recovery at the Crossroads, our staff members have extensive experience treating both type one trauma and type two trauma. Type one trauma refers to trauma caused by a single event that occurs without any advance warning. Sexual assault, mugging, natural disasters, medical emergencies and traffic accidents are all examples of events that can trigger type one trauma.

Type two trauma is caused by repeated traumatic experiences over a long period of time. Bullying, domestic violence and ongoing sexual abuse are all examples of ongoing events that can trigger type two trauma. In many cases, type two trauma is caused by the people who are supposed to love you and want the best for you. For example, domestic violence may be perpetrated by a spouse, or ongoing sexual abuse may be committed by a parent.

Whether you have type one trauma or type two trauma, our staff members have the knowledge and skills needed to help you recover. Individual therapy, group therapy and other treatment options can all help you understand how trauma has been contributing to your addiction and give you the tools you need to put the past behind you and start living in the present.

Culturally Sensitive Addiction Treatment

Culture is another important aspect of the recovery process; it also plays a major role in the development of some addictions. In some cultures, women are expected to be submissive or to handle the majority of the household chores and parenting responsibilities. When child-rearing, cleaning, cooking and other responsibilities fall squarely on your shoulders, it’s more difficult to manage stress. For some women, drinking or using drugs makes it easier to meet everyone’s expectations.

At Recovery at the Crossroads, we understand the role that culture plays in recovering from addiction. Our staff members can help you learn how to honor your culture without sacrificing your physical and emotional well-being.

Strengthening Families

Many of the women who come to Recovery at the Crossroads decided to seek treatment when they realized their addictions were having a negative effect on their children.

At Recovery at the Crossroads, we give women valuable opportunities to work through trauma, giving them the inner strength they need to serve as positive role models for their children and other family members. While participating in our treatment programs, women also learn new skills that can help them strengthen their families without ignoring their own needs.

Comprehensive Women’s Addiction Treatment

When you enroll in treatment at our women’s rehab center in Camden County, you’ll undergo a thorough assessment to determine what treatment options are right for you. The result of this assessment is a completely customized treatment plan designed to help you recover from addiction, address past trauma and get help with any other mental health conditions you may have.

At Recovery at the Crossroads, your needs come first and this is what sets us apart from other treatment centers. You’ll participate in a wide variety of activities designed to help you rediscover and reinvent yourself, giving you a strong foundation for your recovery.

Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders

Many women with alcohol and drug addictions also have other mental health disorders, including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. When these conditions occur alongside an addiction, they’re known as co-occurring disorders. Recovery at the Crossroads offers comprehensive dual diagnosis treatment ensuring you have the tools you need to manage your mental health and do the work necessary to recover from addiction.

At Recovery at the Crossroads, every staff member who treats patients with co-occurring disorders has a master’s degree in the field. Treating co-occurring disorders is complex, which is why we hire only the most knowledgeable and experienced staff members to oversee your care.