Center for Brain Recovery

Advanced Psychological Treatment for Addiction and Mental Health at Headwaters

At Headwaters, we are committed to delivering personalized, evidence-based psychological treatment for addiction and mental health disorders tailored to meet the complex needs of high-profile professionals, public figures, and their families. Utilizing the latest research on substance use disorders, our Center for Brain Recovery (CBR) serves as the foundation of our treatment program. As leaders in brain health, we integrate evidence-based therapies and interventions that address the unique pressures our patients face, such as maintaining family dynamics and work-life balance amidst high visibility and responsibilities.

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Comprehensive Evidence-Based Therapies

Our psychological treatment approach is rooted in rigorous, science-backed therapies designed to provide meaningful, lasting change. Some of our core therapies include:

Comprehensive psychological testing and sophisticated medical care
Therapeutic neurofeedback and biofeedback
Nutritional counseling to support cognitive and emotional wellness

Meditation and mindfulness training for stress management
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reshape destructive thought patterns

Our CBR team integrates clinical and medical interventions, always considering co-occurring disorders such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to ensure each patient's holistic health is addressed.

our approach

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Healing

Headwaters is proud to offer a multidisciplinary team composed of highly credentialed psychiatric and psychological professionals, each committed to understanding and addressing our patients' worldviews and unique needs. Our CBR methodology emphasizes cognitive restructuring, based on cutting-edge research into neuroplasticity and the brain's ability to heal.

In collaboration with patients, families, and selected members of their professional support network—such as partners, executive assistants, managers, and attorneys—our team works to build sustainable solutions to daily neurological and psychological challenges, paving the way for a successful, long-term recovery.

Addressing Neurological and Psychological Challenges Advanced Psychological Assessment and Testing Innovative Techniques for Psychological Wellness Trauma and PTSD Recovery Therapeutic Interventions for Trauma and PTSD

Addressing Neurological and Psychological Challenges

Common mental health challenges often presenting alongside addiction include:

Advanced Psychological Assessment and Testing

The Headwaters’ CBR model is built on an integrative approach to both assessment and treatment. Through comprehensive case management and one-on-one clinical interviews with our expert psychologists, we create a precise treatment roadmap. Our CBR team utilizes advanced psychological testing, as clinically or medically indicated, to gain insight into each patient's unique neurobiological profile. These assessments may include:

Personality Inventory for DSM-5 (PID-5-BF)
Central Nervous System Vital Signs (CNS VS)
Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2)

Innovative Techniques for Psychological Wellness

The CBR department's evidence-based techniques are designed to eliminate the barriers that disrupt a patient's ability to focus on recovery. These treatments include:

Stress and anxiety management through neurofeedback, biofeedback, and breathing techniques
Sleep protocols to encourage natural, restorative sleep
Neurotherapy via the Bio Acoustical Utilization Device (BAUD) for pain, depression, anxiety, and addiction-related challenges
Self-esteem enhancement through affirmations and assertiveness training
Mindfulness practices, including guided meditation and neurofeedback for mental clarity and resilience

Trauma and PTSD Recovery

For those who have experienced trauma, symptoms can manifest in ways that disrupt professional and personal life. Trauma and PTSD are particularly prevalent among our high-profile clientele, who may turn to substances to cope with overwhelming life experiences. Symptoms can include:

Withdrawal and social isolation
Anger and mood swings
Depression, anxiety, and insomnia
Panic responses and emotional numbness
Flashbacks and intrusive thoughts

Therapeutic Interventions for Trauma and PTSD

Headwaters' CBR staff work closely with each patient's treatment team to select targeted, evidence-based therapies that cater to their specific needs. Our approach to trauma and PTSD recovery includes holistic stress management tools like biofeedback, Neurotherapy, mindfulness training, and personalized sleep protocols, all of which are designed to foster resilience and peace.

At Headwaters, our goal is to restore balance and provide patients with the tools needed to maintain long-term wellness, both during their stay and as they transition back to everyday life.