Understanding Women's Substance Use Treatment Programs
Let’s talk about women’s-only care and how we’re reinventing it at Coachella Valley Recovery Center.
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Let’s talk about women’s-only care and how we’re reinventing it at Coachella Valley Recovery Center.
Substance use disorder (SUD) affects millions of women across the globe, posing unique challenges that require specialized treatment approaches. Women face different social, psychological, and physical issues compared to men when dealing with addiction. This means that effective treatment programs for women must address these unique needs, offering comprehensive and personalized care to support their journey to recovery. Below, we’ll dive into women’s-only care and how we’re reinventing it at Coachella Valley Recovery Center.
Women often face gender-specific issues that can complicate their substance use disorders. These may include trauma from domestic violence, sexual abuse, and other forms of gender-based violence. Women are also more likely to have co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. On top of that, societal roles and responsibilities, such as caregiving for children or elderly parents, can create barriers to seeking and maintaining treatment.
Recognizing these challenges, specialized women’s treatment programs have been developed to provide a safe and supportive environment where women can focus on their recovery without the added pressures of mixed-gender settings. At Coachella Valley Recovery Center, we offer a holistic approach, integrating physical health, mental health, and emotional well-being into each bespoke treatment plan.
Coachella Valley Recovery Center’s Women's Treatment Track stands out as the only women-only inpatient treatment in the Coachella Valley, providing a holistic approach to women's health. Here, we address co-occurring mental health issues, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety, and are equipped to take higher acuity clients, offering specialized tracks for military sexual trauma and traumatic brain injury (TBI). With the recent addition of Dr. Olatunde Bosu, a Yale Medical School graduate specializing in family practice and addiction, as the full-time Medical Director, Coachella Valley Recovery Center ensures top-notch medical care tailored to the unique needs of women.
From the moment women step through the doors, they become part of a lifelong recovery community. Our program includes comprehensive aftercare and partnerships with local outpatient facilities, ensuring a continuum of care that supports women in achieving long-term sobriety and independence. We provide the resources and support women need to rebuild their lives.
Women's substance use treatment programs play a critical role in addressing the unique challenges women face in addiction and recovery. By offering specialized, holistic, and trauma-informed care, our program creates a supportive environment where women can heal and thrive. Coachella Valley Recovery Center exemplifies these principles, providing comprehensive and personalized care that empowers women to overcome their addictions and lead fulfilling lives. Reach out today to learn more.
Dr. David Deyhimy, with over 20 years of experience, is a board-certified physician in addiction medicine and anesthesiology based in Orange County.
Don’t hesitate to contact us today with any questions you may have about our program or if someone you know is struggling with addiction.