Biofeedback

Cravings

Posted on November 19, 2017

in Biofeedback, CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, coping strategies, cravings, Dr. Cannon, EMDR, substance abuse

An important part of treatment is to learn how to manage cravings when they occur. Cravings can be characterized as an intense desire to use a substance that can feel almost impossible to withstand. Fortunately, if you have learned coping management skills, you can have...

Managing Stress And Relapse Prevention

Posted on December 27, 2016

in Biofeedback, emotional stress, Relapse Prevention, stress, Stress Management

by Aton Center

At AToN Center, we acknowledge the importance of taking care of the mind and as well as the body in an effort to maximize our resident’s quality of life. Research suggests that stress is an important risk factor for the development of substance use disorders...

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Helps with Depression and Anxiety

Posted on May 1, 2015

in 12 Step, acupuncture, anxiety, Biofeedback, CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, depression, EMDR, Holistic Healing, holistic treatment, hypnotherapy, SMART Recovery

by Aton Center

Depression and anxiety are the chief areas that one addresses when entering a high quality residential treatment facility. At AToN Center, we specialize in using multiple evidence-based approaches to help our residents. Depression and anxiety are chief among the host of emotions that one typically...

Importance of Biofeedback

Posted on February 1, 2013

in alcohol treatment, anxiety, Biofeedback, cravings, depression, Dr Cassandra Cannon, drug treatment, Relapse Prevention, substance abuse

by Aton Center

One of the treatment modalities offered at AToN Center is Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback. Many of our residents avail themselves of this training and have reported it to be a wonderful addition to their relapse prevention plans. A recent article in the journal of Applied...