Taking the first step toward recovery can sometimes be the most challenging but can also be the most life-changing. Profound Treatment is committed to supporting clients on their path to recovery. We do so with compassion and professional expertise. That includes providing a comprehensive clinical assessment to create an individualized roadmap to sobriety. Continue reading to learn more about our clinical assessment, and get in touch to begin working with Profound today.
Clinical Assessment for Addiction
Transform Your Journey: Begin Healing With Our Expert Clinical Assessment
Clinical assessment is an integral first step in recovery from addiction or a mental health condition. Conducted by our professional staff, it’s an in-depth evaluation that helps us understand your specific situation and challenges. Additionally, assessment helps us understand the nature and severity of your struggle with addiction.
At Profound Treatment, assessment is not about diagnosing the issue – it’s about understanding your needs and developing an individualized treatment plan. Through assessments, we can better identify the root cause of one’s addiction, address co-occurring disorders, and create a plan for the future.
Discover the First Step: Understanding Our Clinical Assessment for Addiction
One of our goals is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space conducive to recovery. That includes spaces where clients can feel comfortable being open and honest. The assessment involves a series of questions, observations, and discussions that improve our understanding. Further, it helps us foster the safe environment we strive to provide clients.
Identify Your Unique Needs With a Comprehensive Clinical Assessment
As mentioned, a crucial part of assessment is identifying a prospective client’s needs. No two stories with addiction are the same, and as such, treatments should differ. We’re able to identify these needs by reviewing:
- Patterns and history of substance use
- Physical and mental health history
- Family history of addiction or mental illness
- Social dynamics, including relationships
- Additional psychosocial factors that may contribute to addiction
Learn How Our Tailored Approach to Clinical Assessment Sets the Foundation for Healing
Information gathered during the clinical assessment will help our clinical team design a tailored approach to healing. That includes ensuring the treatment plan aligns with your goals and values. Further, it includes identifying barriers that could hinder one’s recovery success.
See How Our Experts Begin Your Journey With Clarity and Compassion
As mentioned, our Profound professionals provide clients with empathy, expertise, and respect. Many people avoid treatment because they fear the associated shame or stigma. With us, individuals don’t have to worry about being judged or criticized by whatever information they share.
Navigate the Assessment Process: What You Can Expect
Of course, entering treatment for the first time can be scary. That’s why we focus on trying to answer individual’s frequently asked questions. Further, knowing what to expect can help. That includes knowing what to expect during a clinical assessment.
Get a Preview of the Step-by-Step Assessment Process
The first step toward recovery begins with you giving us a call. You’ll undergo a brief initial assessment to discuss symptoms and program offerings and answer additional questions.
A more in-depth clinical assessment often consists of:
- Initial consultation to discuss addiction, mental health concerns, and general history
- Comprehensive evaluation to learn more about the history of addiction
- Standardized tools that help assess the severity of addiction and co-occurring disorders
- Clinical discussions centered around discussing what we surmise will be an effective course of treatment
Feel Prepared and Informed Before Your Session Begins
Admittedly, discussing things like medical history, mental health concerns, or one’s history with substance use can be uncomfortable. Understanding the assessment process is one way to feel prepared. However, there are other ways you can prepare for clinical assessment. That may include having any significant records on hand, considering recovery goals, and preparing questions about your treatment.
Recognize When It’s Time: Signs You Need Professional Help
Of course, clinical assessment is only valuable if a person can recognize the signs of addiction, acknowledge the struggle, and seek the proper help. It’s not always easy to see the signs, but it helps to know what to look out for. Some signs you need help include:
- An inability to control drug or alcohol use
- Continued substance use despite mental, physical, and other consequences
- Experiencing intense cravings or obsessions with obtaining and using substances
- Increased tolerance, meaning it takes more of a substance to experience the same effects
- The onset of withdrawal symptoms when trying to abstain from using drugs or alcohol for a time
These are just a few potential warning signs that you or a loved one may be struggling with addiction.
Find Out How Personalized Treatment Plans Are Developed From Your Results
Once you complete a clinical assessment, we’ll have a foundation to create a treatment plan. In other words, your assessment results directly correlate to the treatment plan our care team develops. Our care team will work with you to ensure the course of action is comprehensive, flexible, and tailored to your needs.
Experience Profound Healing: Our Unique Approach to Addiction Treatment
Again, our approach to addiction treatment focuses on creating individualized treatment plans. However, another integral component is that we can address the root cause of addiction through an integrated, holistic approach. We blend evidence-based modalities, like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), with alternative healing practices, including mindfulness, yoga, and experiential therapies. These approaches not only help clients recover from their struggle with addiction, but they also foster healing and well-being throughout one’s mind, body, and spirit.
Begin Your Healing Journey Now: Schedule Your Clinical Assessment Today
The journey toward lasting addiction and mental health recovery begins with a single step: calling Profound Treatment today. In your early stages, you’ll undergo a clinical assessment that will allow us to support you on your recovery journey. Call to get started today.
If your loved one is struggling with addiction, we encourage you to take the first step toward recovery by seeking help and undergoing a comprehensive clinical assessment. Call Profound Treatment at (310) 340-2609 to start your individualized path to addiction and mental health recovery today.
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