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Mental Health & Addiction Therapies In New Jersey at The Garden

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Therapy for Addiction

Evidence shows that pairing medical support with addiction therapies offers the surest path to lasting change.[1] Clinical counseling in New Jersey rewires thought patterns that drive substance abuse, while experiential practices restore nervous-system balance and motivation. 

At The Garden Recovery & Wellness—a boutique treatment center in Cherry Hill, NJ—licensed clinicians craft individualized therapy schedules that fit around work, school, and family obligations. Explore the brief snapshots below, then click through to discover how each evidence-based service advances addiction recovery and whole-person well-being.

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Life Skills Development

Clinicians translate recovery insights into practical habits, such as budgeting, meal preparation, scheduling, and job readiness. By mastering daily routines, clients develop the confidence and structure necessary for long-term recovery and sustained mental health beyond the treatment center’s walls.

Medication Management

Under the Medical Director’s oversight, board-certified providers tailor and monitor prescriptions, including medication-assisted treatment for opioid or alcohol addiction. Regular check-ins prevent side effects, ensure safe dosing, and facilitate the seamless integration of pharmacotherapy with counseling and holistic care.

Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions provide a private space to unpack trauma, co-occurring disorders, and personal goals. Licensed therapists use evidence-based modalities to target the root causes of substance use disorder and craft a personalized roadmap.

Group Therapy

Small cohorts of 8–10 peers participate in process and psychoeducation groups that normalize experiences, refine social skills, and reinforce relapse-prevention strategies. The Garden’s boutique size ensures that every voice is heard while cultivating accountability and community.

Motivational Interviewing

MI is a collaborative, non-confrontational approach that helps uncover each client’s internal drive to change. Therapists guide participants through ambivalence, boosting commitment to treatment programs and enhancing outcomes for both addiction treatment and mental health goals.

Family & Family-Systems Therapy

Weekly sessions map roles, boundaries, and generational patterns so individuals and their relatives understand how their dynamics affect substance use. Clinicians then coach the family to practice clear communication, set healthy expectations, and create concrete relapse-prevention plans. The result is a stronger, more supportive home environment that sustains recovery without enabling harmful behaviors.

Art Therapy

Guided painting, collage, and sculpture enable clients to externalize complex emotions such as grief, shame, and anxiety when words fail to convey them. Creative expression stimulates new neural pathways and complements traditional talk therapies for a holistic treatment option.

Yoga & Breathwork Therapy

Vinyasa flows, restorative poses, and diaphragmatic breathing rebalance an overstressed nervous system. The practice reduces cravings, improves sleep, and supports detox by lowering cortisol, which is key for individuals in early addiction recovery.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT teaches clients to identify and reframe negative thought loops that trigger alcohol or drug abuse. Skill-building exercises promote healthier responses to stress, enhancing both substance abuse treatment outcomes and overall well-being.

Trauma Therapy

Using EMDR, somatic techniques, and narrative processing, therapists address unresolved trauma that often underpins substance use. Resolving traumatic memories lessens hypervigilance and emotional numbing, making sustained sobriety more attainable.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

DBT blends mindfulness, distress-tolerance, and emotion-regulation training—vital for clients with intense mood swings or self-harm urges. Skills groups and individual coaching equip participants to navigate cravings and interpersonal conflicts without relapse.

12-Step Facilitation Therapy

Clinicians introduce the spiritual and accountability principles of the Twelve Steps, connect clients with local meetings, and practice step work during sessions. This framework extends support beyond the treatment center and nurtures lifelong peer connections.

What Makes Addiction Therapies at The Garden Different

The Garden Recovery & Wellness blends evidence-based counseling with experiential methods inside a boutique treatment center. Sessions occur in small groups of eight to ten, allowing clinicians to individualize care while still fostering peer accountability. By combining clinical precision, holistic wellness practices, and discreet surroundings, the program offers a more comprehensive level of addiction treatment than most community agencies can provide. [2]

Frequently Asked Questions

How does The Garden determine which therapies are best suited for each person?

At the first visit, clinicians sit down for a real conversation, gently unpacking a client’s history, day-to-day pressures, health background, and hopes for the future. From there, they build a custom mix of one-on-one counseling, small peer groups, and family sessions. The plan feels crafted, not canned, and tackles substance use and any mental-health concerns side by side for results that stick.

Can therapy begin immediately after detox or medication-assisted treatment?

Yes. Once vital signs stabilize in partner detox facilities or when medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is initiated, clients transition seamlessly into Partial Care or intensive outpatient programs. [3] Early therapeutic engagement shortens the overall continuum of care, reduces cravings, and creates momentum for long-term recovery, while physicians continue to adjust MAT for alcohol or opioid dependence.

Does The Garden offer specialized services for adolescent clients and their families?

While the core modalities remain the same, clinicians adapt their language, pacing, and goal-setting to better suit the needs of teens. Family Systems Therapy sessions invite a loved one or family member to learn boundary-setting and relapse-prevention strategies that respect emerging independence and autonomy. Flexible scheduling enables high-school students to attend therapy sessions without compromising their academic commitments, a rarity among New Jersey treatment programs.

How are co-occurring depression, anxiety, or PTSD treated within addiction recovery?

Integrated care is standard. Individual CBT or DBT tackles mood symptoms, while Trauma Therapy or EMDR addresses root memories that reinforce drug addiction and alcohol misuse. [4] Coordinated medication management further stabilizes neurochemistry, transforming The Garden from a traditional rehab center into a full-service behavioral health hub for people with dual diagnoses.

What role do support groups and 12-Step facilitation play in relapse prevention?

Evidence suggests that peer support helps maintain sobriety beyond formal treatment. [5] Clinicians introduce 12-Step concepts, connect clients with local meetings, and practice sponsorship etiquette during group sessions. When combined with after-hours support groups, these practices anchor the recovery journey, providing the ongoing accountability critical to sustainable wellness and reduced relapse risk.

Will insurance still help with therapy costs if The Garden is out-of-network?

In most cases, employer and private health insurance policies reimburse a significant share of out-of-network behavioral health bills. The Garden’s admissions team checks benefits on the client’s behalf, explains any co-pays or coinsurance, and files the claim, so paperwork stays light. When coverage is limited or a policyholder prefers to self-pay, the center offers clear, up-front pricing and flexible payment plans to keep quality care within reach.

How does The Garden keep families engaged without enabling drug abuse?

Combined Family & Family-Systems Therapy sessions map household roles and teach communication techniques that discourage codependency. Loved ones learn how to support sobriety through healthy boundaries, structured check-ins, and shared relapse-prevention plans. This balanced involvement nurtures emotional well-being while deterring behaviors that inadvertently sustain drug abuse.

How does The Garden keep families engaged without enabling drug abuse?

Combined Family & Family-Systems Therapy sessions map household roles and teach communication techniques that discourage codependency. Loved ones learn how to support sobriety through healthy boundaries, structured check-ins, and shared relapse-prevention plans. This balanced involvement nurtures emotional well-being while deterring behaviors that inadvertently sustain drug abuse.

What therapies are available after residential treatment?

Following residential treatment, clients may step into Partial Care, IOP, or standard outpatient treatment at The Garden. These tiers maintain clinical momentum through weekly individual sessions, thematic process groups, and adjunct services such as Life-Skills Coaching. Matching the level of care to readiness protects gains while reintroducing real-world responsibilities.

Sources

[1] Huett, K. (2023d, April 4). Treatment Methods & Evidence-Based Practices. National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers. https://www.naatp.org/addiction-treatment-resources/treatment-methods

[2] Treatment. (2025, June 9). National Institute on Drug Abuse. https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/treatment

[3] Medications for substance use disorders. (n.d.-b). https://www.samhsa.gov/substance-use/treatment/options

[4] Co-Occurring disorders and other health conditions. (n.d.-f). https://www.samhsa.gov/substance-use/treatment/co-occurring-disorders

[5] Tracy, K., & Wallace, S. (2016). Benefits of peer support groups in the treatment of addiction. Substance Abuse and Rehabilitation, Volume 7, 143–154. https://doi.org/10.2147/sar.s81535