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COGNITIVE PROCESSING THERAPY An Effective Method to Deal with Traumatic Experiences Finding Resolution from Trauma Unprocessed trauma can be problematic and debilitating, Traumatic events that result in anxiety disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can have a big impact on a person’s life. Though the feelings and emotions might be strong, treatment modalities such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) are designed to approach the problem in a realistic manner but Cognitive while making progress possible through a series of steps. Having this in mind, Processing Foundations Recovery Network’s individual and group therapy programs have Therapy can help. implemented CPT in an effort to encourage the healthy processing of traumatic events, replacing repression and avoidance with effective ways to resolve negative feelings and memories. It is possible to overcome the feeling of Atlanta | Santa Monica | Memphis | Malibu being stuck or Nashville | Palm Springs | San Francisco overwhelmed. Gaining Understanding to Recognize the Problem Education is our first goal for patients and families regarding the characteristics of trauma symptoms and treatment and why this specific approach is useful and necessary. CPT gently removes the barrier of avoiding anything related to the traumatic event, allowing healthy processing of memories to begin while recognizing that this will lead to recovery. Early in treatment, patients are supported as they become able to identify erroneous beliefs that might be causing setbacks in the recovery process. These thoughts and beliefs might include distorted views of the world and even of themselves as a result of the traumatic event. Formal processing becomes possible once the main obstacles to healing are identified. www.FoundationsRecover yNetwork.com | (866) 494.7787 Skills to Challenge Negative Thoughts and Feelings Our use of Cognitive Processing Therapy helps patients take control of their own feelings and emotions by processing and resolving strong emotions that might be causing shame, guilt, self-blame and other distressing conditions. This therapy includes written or conversational exercises where the patient learns to take into account the context of the event, why it happened, his or her real role in the event and what is stopping the emotional processing from achieving natural closure. Throughout this process, all of our therapists are trained to provide necessary care with the specific needs of each patient in mind. Our clinicians are able to teach needed skills so patients may evaluate and change their beliefs related to their past traumatic experiences. Any distorted views are then addressed to promote a healthier view of the world, other people around them and themselves. By knowing how to react to future triggers and reminders of the event, patients become empowered to regain trust and self-esteem and to maintain a good quality of life. Our certified clinicians and time-tested intensive therapy programs provide evidence of lasting results, leading to healthier and more productive lives for our patients. Finding Real Recovery About Foundations Recovery Network Cognitive Processing Therapy is part Foundations Recovery Network is recognized as the premier leader in integrated treatment for co-occurring addiction and mental health concerns. Our award-winning model combines evidence-based addiction treatment with innovative therapies for emotional and mental health to address co-occurring disorders effectively. Results demonstrate that FRN patients are twice as likely to maintain sobriety one year post-treatment compared to those who attend traditional programs. effort to treat anxiety disorders. It is of Foundations Recovery Network’s an effective method for processing memories and emotions related to traumatic events. Our patients learn how to take control of how they feel and how they react to memories related to those events by processing suppressed emotions and allowing for natural closure. The modalities we use in our treatment programs promote and encourage health for each patient. No matter how big or overwhelming an emotion or past event might seem, recovery is possible. You can benefit from Cognitive Processing Therapy and a compassionate, caring environment. www.FoundationsRecover yNetwork.com | (866) 494.7787