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ADDICTION TREATMENT FOR VETERANS

PROTECTORS RECOVERY PROGRAM

Tree House is action-based. Meaning we teach you what you can do to make yourself stronger than your addiction and PTSD. We do this holistically, that is, with a focus on building a stronger mind, body, and team. Addiction tears us down physically, mentally, and emotionally. It distances us from our loved ones. Tree House Recovery focuses on these key areas to make you strong again. Our program optimizes your life. Getting optimized means living a life that you love. Sobriety is the result of being happy, healthy, and empowered. Our expert staff includes includes veterans who know what it takes to live an empowered life. Call us today at (855) 202-2138 to see what your Tricare benefits cover. • Tricare accepted • Veteran Staff • Fast & Confidential Assessment

BUILDING YOUR CIVILIAN TEAM

We know that strong team connections are essential for long-term recovery – the stronger our team, the healthier we become. Action Based Induction Therapy (ABIT) is a platform designed to achieve that goal. This Navy SEAL-based modality teaches the communication and leadership skills that will make it possible for men with Tricare insurance to reach their maximum potential, in life and in sobriety.

• Builds team connections
• Enhances decision-making
• Strengthens leadership skills
• Teaches navigation of adversity

Neil Trusso

PHYSICAL MODALITY DIRECTOR

NEIL TRUSSO

U.S. NAVY SEAL, 1989-1997

With a diverse background as a US Navy SEAL Team member, a college athlete, and a sports coach, Neil Trusso is highly effective at building strong, healthy teams. Under Neil’s guidance, you will tap into and optimize your mental, physical, and social strength. Once uncovered, these skills will provide you with a solid foundation for the construction of a clean, sober, and nourishing life.

TRAUMA (PTSD) RESOLUTION

Through the completion of a series of structured, expressive written assignments, Writing Therapy provides a unique “tool” that allows men to examine, understand and resolve the traumatic experiences from the past that have not been addressed before. Digging deeply into these unspoken and unexplored experiences is necessary for a sustainable, long-term recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Some outcomes are…

• Resolution of trauma
• Honest, detailed reflection
• Improved decision-making
• Use of write as a “tool”

george coleman

WRITING PROGRAM THERAPIST

GEORGE COLEMN

U.S. MILITARY INTELLIGENCE

As a survivor of three combat tours as a US Military Intelligence specialist in Asia, a long roller coaster ride with PTSD symptoms, a bad marriage, and personal struggles with addiction, George Coleman is a staff member that men can connect with and relate to on a wide variety of levels. Co-founder and Co-ownerCo-founder and Co-owner, George is the creator of the Writing Therapy Program at Tree House Recovery and personally guides and directs clients with Tricare through every stage of the program. While building an unblemished history of being clean and sober for over 30 years, George has mentored and advised hundreds of young men and women seeking to understand and embrace their individual journeys.

MENTALLY & PHYSICALLY STRONGER

ESM Fitness Therapy is an intense exercise regimen that pushes the boundaries of the body in an effort to achieve new fitness heights. While this is a victory in its own right, the physiological responses also incite profound psychological shifts: the vigorous workouts completed with your team foster a sense of exceptional self and collective motivation.

• Reduced anxiety & fatigue
• Improved sleep & thinking
• Lessened stress sensitivity
• Get stronger, stay fitter

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ABIT THERAPIST

BRANDON FENDER

U.S. MARINE, 2003-2016

When he was 18 years old, Brandon joined the US Marine Corps to serve his country and be part of something bigger than himself. After 13 years of service and 3 tours of Iraq and Afghanistan, he left the military after being injured in the line of duty. But, like many veterans, adjusting to civilian life was difficult. Giving up his brothers in arms had felt like losing a piece of himself and was a large reason he eventually turned to substances for relief. Brandon found his remedy at Tree House’s team-centered program where he now works as an ABIT counselor. His goal is to help every client leave Tree House with their own band-of-brothers so they never struggle alone.

Alcohol Rehab for Veterans

Alcohol misuse is prevalent among veterans and is often linked to the intense pressures and challenges they face during and after military service. From the culture of heavy drinking within the military to the emotional toll of transitioning to civilian life, many veterans find themselves struggling with alcohol dependence

At Tree House Recovery, we appreciate the nuanced and multifaceted nature of these struggles, and here’s how we can help at our alcohol rehab for veterans program: 

  • Personalized treatment plans: No two veterans have the same journey. Our team carefully assesses each individual’s background, challenges, and goals to develop a customized approach to recovery.
  • Therapeutic community: Veterans often thrive with peers who share similar experiences. Our group therapy sessions, exclusively for veterans, provide a safe space for building connections, sharing stories, and promoting mutual understanding.
  • Skills for long-term success: Our holistic approach integrates fitness therapy, mindfulness practices, and actionable strategies for handling stress and triggers, empowering veterans to tackle challenges with confidence and resilience.
  • Family involvement: We offer family therapy to help veterans repair relationships unraveled by alcohol addiction and strengthen support systems for ongoing recovery.

 

At Tree House Recovery, our rehab for veterans helps them do more than get sober. We provide the tools and support for them to rediscover joy, rebuild relationships, and live fulfilling alcohol-free lives.

Drug Rehab for Veterans

The physical and emotional scars of military service can make veterans especially vulnerable to substance abuse. Chronic pain from injuries, the loss of a close-knit military team, and untreated trauma often drive veterans to misuse prescription medications or turn to illicit drugs. 

At Tree House Recovery, our veteran’s drug rehab focuses on healing the mind, body, and spirit while addressing the inbuilt challenges veterans face. Here’s what our program offers: 

  • Safe and comfortable detox: Detoxification can be one of the most challenging aspects of addiction recovery. We provide a medically supervised environment to ensure that veterans can transition safely with minimal discomfort.
  • Trauma-focused therapies: Many veterans use drugs to numb the pain of traumatic memories. Through therapies like CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and our unique writing therapy program, veterans can process and resolve deep-seated traumas.
  • Action-based healing: Our ABIT (action-based induction therapy) program, inspired by Navy SEAL principles, equips veterans with skills like leadership, problem-solving, and team-building. These skills build confidence and help veterans feel prepared to face life’s everyday stressors.
  • Comprehensive care for co-occurring disorders: Drug abuse among veterans often coincides with mental health conditions like PTSD or depression. Our dual diagnosis treatment approach tackles both issues head-on and has been proven to deliver superior treatment outcomes.
  • Focus on physical wellness: Drug addiction takes a significant toll on the body. Our fitness therapy programs, designed to improve strength, endurance, and overall health, help veterans feel physically capable and empowered.

 

Tree House Recovery is more than just a rehab center. Our program gives veterans the support they need to recover from drug addiction and thrive in sober living.

What to Expect from Our Rehab Programs for Veterans

Rehab centers for veterans like Tree House Recovery do more than address substance use, focusing on rebuilding the whole person. We use a holistic approach that helps veterans recalibrate their lives through physical, social, and mental healing. Here’s what makes our program unique: 

  • Physical healing: Our fitness therapy programs help veterans reclaim their strength and stamina. Exercise boosts physical health, improves sleep, reduces anxiety, and promotes a sense of accomplishment.
  • Mental resilience: Through cognitive processing, writing therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques, veterans can confront and overcome the emotional wounds that often accompany addiction.
  • Social reconnection: The loss of military camaraderie can leave veterans feeling isolated. Our team-centered activities reconstruct that sense of brotherhood, providing veterans with a supportive community they can trust.

 

At Tree House Recovery, we are committed to enabling veterans to optimize their lives. Sobriety is just the beginning—our programs help veterans develop the tools and confidence to thrive long after treatment ends.

WORKING WITH TRICARE

Tree House Recovery is more than a rehab. We focus on healing the whole person, not just the symptoms of addiction. Our program offers veterans with Tricare a path to freedom from addiction. Call us today at (855) 202-2138 to find out exactly what your Tricare policy will cover. When you call, our admissions counselors will gather your Tricare information. Our assessments are free, fast, and 100% confidential.
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THE TREE HOUSE EXPERIENCE

“TODAY I HAVE EVERYTHING I EVER WANTED. I NEVER THOUGHT THIS WOULD BE POSSIBLE.”

Brandon F. Tree House Graduate

“AS VETERANS, WE DON’T HEAR ABOUT ENOUGH SUCCESS STORIES. IT IS DOABLE.”

Cole M. Tree House Graduate

VETERAN TESTIMONIALS

EVIDENCE BASED TREATMENT FOR VETERANS

Long Term Treatment Goals: Tree House Recovery is all about dealing with the causes of addiction and PTSD so that you are back in control of your life and your mind.

Expert and Relatable Staff: Our treatment staff members are trauma and substance abuse experts, some have served in the Armed Forces, and most are in recovery. Their education, personal and professional experience creates an individualized and relatable form of care you won’t find anywhere else.  

A New Brotherhood: For many veterans the loss of their unit or team who would do anything for them — who would die for them — is heart wrenching. Tree House is team-based and intentionally built to focus on deep meaningful bonds — to wrap everyone into a community. Your team will become a family that you can trust with your recovery, vulnerability, your past, and that you can rely on long after your treatment ends. 

EVIDENCE BASED

Our therapists create an individualized treatment plan with a blend of treatment methods with the most repeated scientific evidence of success in treating addiction.

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
  • Cognitive Processing
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
  • Motivational Enhancement Therapy
  • Substance Abuse Disorder Fitness Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Family Therapy

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