The goals of this group include:
- Learn the disease nature of addiction and apply that to recovery
- Implement and maintain involvement in Alcoholics Anonymous / Narcotics Anonymous and/or other appropriate recovery programs and support groups
- Practice relinquishing destructive thoughts, defenses and behaviors
- Utilize group support to implement positive changes
- Achieve self-empowerment by learning clear communication, truth telling, assertiveness and healthy boundaries
The Women’s Chemical Dependency Group at New Insights II is a traditional therapy group that may also offer:
- Mindful meditation
- Stress reduction and grounding techniques
- Creative visualization
- Various appropriate creative tasks