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Off the beaten path, in a remote and peaceful setting, you’ll discover true healing at The Bluffs. Located in the rolling hills of Eastern Ohio, along Atwood Lake, our campus is a short distance from Cleveland and Akron, Ohio.
With all levels of care for both men and women struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, as well as co-occurring mental health disorders, The Bluffs provides the perfect retreat to begin your long-term recovery.
The Bluffs’ recovery programs are uniquely designed to the needs of the individual. From clinically-proven and evidence-based models to experiential and adventure-based therapies, you’ll discover a recovery track appropriate for personal growth and healing through practical and integrated care.
CBT is a type of psychotherapy that centers around solution-based thinking. Our professional team at The Bluffs implements CBT methods to help clients overcome destructive patterns of behavior, as well as create and work towards their goals.
DBT is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy aimed at helping patients deal with painful emotions and conflict in their relationships. The Bluffs therapist guide clients with DBT skills in order to problem solve and discover acceptance.
At The Bluffs, many clients must sort through past traumas in order to address their drug misuses. EMDR is a structured therapy that has been proven effective for the treatment of trauma.
A dual diagnosis is any combination of a mental health disorder and substance abuse or addiction. At The Bluffs, we understand that in order to treat the addiction, we must also address any mental or mood disorders.
Uniquely located on the beautiful Atwood Lake, amongst the rolling hills, our campus is posed for plenty of fresh air and outdoor activity. From miles of hiking trails to lake activities (when seasonally appropriate), to musical instruments and art - we offer a variety of experiential and adventure therapy to supplement traditional therapy models.
Family sessions at The Bluffs are scheduled by our Master’s level therapists and are typically done in person. We also provide arrangements for family sessions via conference calls.
When considering treatment at The Bluffs, you may wonder what to expect on a day-to-day basis in rehab. While our inpatient rehab offers a wide range of therapies, activities and programming, overall, scheduling remains structured and organized.
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 | BreakFast & Mediation | BreakFast & Mediation | BreakFast & Mediation | BreakFast & Mediation | BreakFast & Mediation | BreakFast | BreakFast |
| 8:30 | Thought of the day | Thought of the day | Thought of the day | Thought of the day | Thought of the day | Goal of the day | Goal of the day |
| 9:00 | DBT | DBT | DBT | DBT | Recovery-Oriented Challenge Therapy | Expressive Therapy | Meditation |
| 9:45 | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break |
| 10:00 | Health & Wellness | CBT Skills: Family | CBT Skills: Codependency | CBT Skills: Communication | CBT Skills: Forgivenes | Self Improvment | Experiential Games |
| 11:00 | Exercise or Devotional | Recovery Group or Devotional | Exercise or Devotional | Recovery Group or Devotional | Exercise or Devotional | Recovery Group | Experiential Games |
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:30 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:15 | Expressive Therapies | Expressive Therapies | Expressive Therapies | Trauma Intro | Expressive Therapies | Expressive Therapy or Devotional | Adults In Recovery Group |
| 2:15 | CBT Skills: Family | CBT Skills: Work & Finance | CBT Skills: Spirituality | CBT Skills: Mental Health | CBT Skills: Family | Recovery Group or Challenge Course | Recovery Group |
| 3:00 | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break | Snack/Break |
| 3:15 | Community Meeting | Expressive Therapy | Expressive Therapy | Expressive Therapy | Expressive Therapy | Expressive Therapy or Devotional | Addiction Recovery Group |
| 4:15 | Expressive Therapy | Life Coaching | Expressive Therapy | Expressive Therapy | Recovery Challenge | Recovery Challenge | Recovery Challenge |
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:30 | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner |
| 6:00 | Peer-Led Group Option | Peer-Led Group Option | Peer-Led Group Option AA, NA, SMART, CR, Bible Study | Peer-Led Group Option | Peer-Led Group Option | Peer-Led Group Option | Peer-Led Group Option |
| 9:00 | Client-Led Affirmation Group | Client-Led Affirmation Group | Client-Led Affirmation Group | Client-Led Affirmation Group | Client-Led Affirmation Group | Client-Led Affirmation Group | Client-Led Affirmation Group |
| 10:00 | Bed | Bed | Bed | Bed | Bed | Bed | Bed |
The Bluffs offers a plethora of evidence-based treatment options as well as top-quality medical care, including drug and alcohol detoxification, residential, PHP and IOP. Within all levels of care, you’ll discover rejuvenation while building healthy new behaviors.
Some of our key additional features include:
Located just south of Cleveland, Ohio, The Bluffs experiences all seasons. It’s important to pack appropriately in order to account for the various weather conditions. While you will most likely be in treatment for approximately 30 days or more, The Bluffs has a housekeeping staff and laundry facilities. You will only need to pack for about a 7-10 day trip.
Smoking is allowed at The Bluffs. If you smoke, you must bring enough cigarettes to last the duration of your time in treatment - new, unopened packs only.
You should also plan to bring:
Please do not bring: weapons, pornography, clothing graphics with references to drugs or alcohol
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