What is wholistic care and how does it fit in to recovery?
Wholistic care at The Bay refers to a treatment approach that addresses the whole person – mind, body and soul. This may include traditional and alternative medicine and therapy such as acupuncture, naturopathy, nutrition, shiatsu, massage, cranio-sacral therapy, meditation, chi kung, yoga, psychotherapy, art therapy, hypnotherapy and so on. Part of a wholistic approach to recovery includes being in nature. Finding a safe, serene and natural environment can refresh the soul and provide the opportunity to pursue whatever form of spirituality moves you. Wholistic approaches to addiction and alcoholism can be of great assistance throughout the stages of recovery. From detox, to stress reduction and improving mental and physical well being, wholistic approaches play a vital role in regaining personal balance. For the recovering addict, The Bay’s wholistic care offers a comprehensive approach alongside a professional, medically oriented treatment plan and can be effective well beyond the in
