When it comes to treatment for addiction and mental health disorders, there are several different treatment options to choose from. In recent years, the integration of holistic therapy alongside traditional treatment has become more prominent in the recovery realm. A holistic approach is a form of healing that considers the entire person — mind, body, and spirit — through many different types of treatment. While there is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ form of treatment, the benefits of holistic therapy have become prominent.
Benefits of Holistic Therapy-Your Options
What are some holistic therapy options? What are the benefits of holistic therapy treatments? Acupuncture, yoga, tai chi, and art therapy are just some examples of holistic therapy. Each form of holistic therapy has its unique style and can provide different benefits to each.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, is a technique in which practitioners stimulate specific points on the body, by inserting needles through the skin. It’s a safe practice by an experienced practitioner with sterile needles. It’s from ancient Chinese medicine. The use of acupuncture has been said to be helpful in relieving chronic pain, headaches, depression, allergies and more.
Yoga
Yoga is the Hindu practice of spiritual and ascetic discipline. However, people who practice yoga don’t often do it for the same reasons. While it can be practiced for spiritual or religious reasons, not everyone partakes in yoga for this. Others may use it as a form of relaxation or for exercise. Often, today’s typical practice of yoga involves attending a class. Yoga classes are often easily accessible through monthly gym memberships and yoga studios. During a yoga class, it is common that instructors lead the class through exercises that demonstrate breathing control, specific bodily postures, and simple meditation. Yoga has been shown to be helpful in relieving chronic pain, improving flexibility, lowering the risk of heart disease, lowering stress levels, reducing anxiety, and lowering blood pressure.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art form for defense training. It also offers potential health benefits. It’s a series of slow, precise movements accompanied by deep breathing. Once only practiced in ancient China, tai chi is now known for being a form of exercise which has been shown to relieve stress, anxiety and increase flexibility and balance.
Art Therapy
Art therapy is a form of therapy that is meant to encourage self-expression through painting, drawing, modeling, etc. According to the Art Therapy Association, this type of therapy uniquely promotes the ability to unlock emotional expression. This is by facilitating non-verbal as well as verbal communication. Often, people seek art therapy as a means to address a number of issues, such as:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Neurological disorders
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Domestic abuse
- Navigating identity
- Forms of trauma
Art therapy can provide help to individuals, families and whole communities. Art therapy can enhance mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Holistic Therapy and Morningside Recovery
The benefits of holistic therapy tend to vary by the different styles of treatment. However, there’s no denying that this approach can help in the recovery process. During addiction and mental health treatment, individuals may benefit from one or more of these options. Morningside Recovery, a premier addiction and mental health treatment center in Orange County, CA., offers holistic therapy. We also offer more traditional methods of treatment. Learn more about Morningside’s holistic therapy options by calling 855-631-2135.
