Bodhi Awaken to Recovery
Mindful Recovery
Richard Novatkoski
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Address
1466 Hooper Avenue Toms River, New Jersey, United States 08753Years in Practice
27
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Profile Summary
Bodhi Awaken to Recovery in Toms River, New Jersey, uses mindfulness techniques and mediation for substance abuse treatment and as a path for spiritual awakening. Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP) methods give people an awareness of their habitual patterns and empowers them to find new ways of dealing with addictions. We offer a range of services, including group counseling, teen and adolescent services, and practical methods for learning about mindfulness.
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Mission
The mission of Bodhi Mindful Recovery Counseling is to provide a safe, compassionate, respectful and nonjudgmental environment for healing and recovery.
Services Offered
- Individual Counseling
- Recovery Groups
- Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention
- Meditation
- Sober Coaching
- Adolescent Counseling
Expert care for Professionals/Executives
We specialize in helping professionals and executives to overcome problems with substance abuse. We offer a confidential personalized approach that is flexible, individual, and sensitive to your needs. Your care and well being are great importance to us.
Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP)
How mindfulness supports recovery
Our evidence-based approach is focused on breaking the pattern of automatic reactions and habitual patterns that can trigger substance use and relapse. The foundation of our treatment is the centuries old practice of Mindfulness. Mindfulness is valued in Eastern and Western culture for its quieting and expansive effect on consciousness. Put simply, Mindfulness practice increases our ability to pause, observe present experience, and bring awareness the choices we make in each moment.
One of the most baffling aspects of addiction is continued use in spite of the strongest conviction to stop. And one of the most frustrating experiences of the addict/alcoholic – is the sense that using was not a conscious action. In fact, it is common for such individuals to report that they don’t even know why they “picked-up” again, it seemed to “just happen”.
Applying the practice of Mindfulness to the treatment of addiction is similar to watching a replay in slow motion. Mindfulness shifts our point of focus inward, and the effect is an increased awareness of our actions – and the time we have each moment to choose differently[1]. Mindfulness has also been clinically shown to reduce the cravings often associated with early recovery and chronic relapse[2]. Those who practice Mindfulness report the added benefit of an increased sense of serenity – enabling them to navigate through life’s stressors without reacting in anger or anxiety[3].
Mindfulness is more than a method for stress-reduction. This 2,500 year-old-practice and its positive impact on brain function and behavior has been the source of great interest and study to clinicians over the past 50 years. There is a wealth of research on its psychological benefits, which even the most skeptical would find difficult to dismiss[4].
Confidentiality
At Bodhi, confidentiality is our absolute priority. We do not divulge any information about you to anyone without your expressed written consent.
Payment Options
Services are provided on a self-pay basis. We also accept insurance, however, we only participate in out-of-network insurance plans. Any fees not covered by insurance are the responsibility of the individual. Reduced fee options may be considered on an individual basis.
[1] Bowen, S., Witkiewitz, K., Dillworth, T.M., Marlatt, G.A. (2007). The role of thought suppression in the relationship between mindfulness meditation and alcohol use. Addictive Behaviors, 32(2007), 2324-2328.
[2] Witkiewitz, K., Bowen, S., Douglas, H., & Hsu, S.H. (2013). Mindfulness-based relapse preventions for substance craving. Addictive Behaviors, 38(2013), 1563-1571.
[3] Treanor, M. (2011). The potential impact of mindfulness on exposure and extinction learning in anxiety disorders. Clinical Psychology Review, 31(2011), 617-625.
[4] Keng, S.-L., Smoski, M.J., Robins, C.J. (2011). Effects of mindfulness on psychological health: A review of empirical studies. Clinical Psychology Review, 31(2011), 1041-1056.
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Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP)...
...specifically addresses the triggers and cravings associated with relapse. Exercises and skill rehearsal are employed to teach the relapse-prone client how to incorporate mindfulness into their recovery program, in situations that hold a high risk for relapse.
Payment
Insurance Types Accepted: Out of Network
Client Focus
Age: All Ages
Ethnicity: All
Gender: All
Languages: English
Modality
Adolescents
Families
Group
Individuals
Senior
Orientation
Client Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness Cognitive Therapy
Stress Management
Mindfulness
Practice Specialities
Addiction/Substance Abuse
Anger Management
Assessments
Intervention
Relapse Management
Sober Companion
Strategic Treatment Planning