Stages of Change

What are the Stages of Change? At the University of Rhode Island, two researchers named Prochaska and DiClemente deciphered that there are 6 stages individuals go through and experience while seeking addiction, going through recovery and ultimately maintaining sobriety. These stages became a model known as “The Stages of Change”, which we base our individualized treatment plans on at Cliffside Malibu. This means that we meet you where you are mentally, physically, and spiritually, helping you to overcome the issues that have caused your addiction to grow to what it has become. Utilizing a carefully selected array of therapies and incorporating The Stages of Change model throughout your program means you will have the best cutting-edge, evidence-based treatment experience you can possibly find anywhere in the world. This model addresses every stage possible that an addict will experience while on the road from deep addiction to long lasting recovery for a healthy, happy life. It involves many stages that could begin with complete denial and refusal all the way to the other side – lasting sobriety. It helps lead the way from transcending the problem to knowing exactly how to tackle it and recognize it in the future to maintain sobriety and avoid relapse. The Stages of Change are heavily guided by therapy in order to be successful. It is critical to attend therapy to acquire the tools necessary to be able to maintain sobriety. There are many types of therapies that you...
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