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The Cognitive Connection

The Cognitive Connection

Drug Rehab Center in Hickory, North Carolina

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Mental Health
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

The Cognitive Connection is a drug rehab in Hickory, North Carolina founded in 1995 that offers various levels of care and aftercare support for opioid addiction, substance abuse, alcoholism, dual diagnosis, drug addiction, and mental health, accepting private health insurance.

About This North Carolina Facility

The Cognitive Connection is an addiction treatment facility located in Hickory, North Carolina. Founded in 1995, this facility is committed to assisting individuals who are suffering from opioid addiction, substance abuse, alcoholism, dual diagnosis, drug addiction, and mental health issues. The Cognitive Connection accepts private health insurance and offers various levels of care including aftercare support, drug rehab, dual-diagnosis treatment, intensive outpatient programs, outpatient services, partial-hospitalization programs, detoxification services, and intervention services.

At The Cognitive Connection in Hickory, North Carolina, individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse can find a range of comprehensive treatment services. They utilize various methods to address these issues effectively without relying on a list format for presentation. Their approach revolves around providing holistic care that addresses the specific needs of each individual. The dedicated staff focuses on supporting patients through their recovery journey with a combination of therapy sessions (both group and individual), medical assistance during detoxification if required, ongoing counseling support during outpatient treatments or intensive programs as needed. Additionally, they provide aftercare support to help individuals maintain their sobriety once they have successfully completed their treatment program.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Smoking Allowed
  • Hearing-Impaired
  • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Rehab centers in North Carolina exist to help individuals bounce back from substance abuse. Drug addiction refers to the use of illegal drugs and improper use of prescription drugs. Substance abuse includes all problems that stem out from using psychoactive substances. Centers like The Cognitive Connection are here to help.

    Opioids are a set of drugs prescribed for pain relief. Opioid addiction for North Carolina residents refers to the compulsive seeking of opioids, even when they are not required medically. Treatment involves medication-assisted therapy in which medicines, counseling, and behavioral therapies are all utilized at The Cognitive Connection.

    A dual-diagnosis describes two medical issues that are happening at the same time. They may or may not be related. Over 50% of people with an addiction in North Carolina have another mental health condition. Screening for both addiction and any untreated mental health issue is essential, and individually managed by The Cognitive Connection.

    Levels of Care Offered at The Cognitive Connection

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Intensive Outpatient, Intervention, Outpatient, Partial-Hospitalization, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    An addict may have to go through alcohol or drug withdrawal. While detox may be uncomfortable, it is not life-threatening. Detoxification allows the addict to rid the body of all traces of drugs or alcohol and gives the addict a clean slate for their recovery. In an inpatient or outpatient setting, detox can be managed medically.

    The Cognitive Connection offers an Intensive Outpatient Program is for those who need intensive care but prefer to spend the majority of their time in the comfort of their own home. The rehabilitation services differ in length and intensity. They are customized to meet the needs of the patient.

    An outpatient treatment program is set up to help with alcohol or drug addiction, or a co-occurring disorder. The patient must attend the North Carolina facility for their therapy and other programs but are able to return home each night. The frequency of mandatory attendance decreases after much of The Cognitive Connection‘s program is complete.

    An alternative choice for inpatient rehabilitation or residential services is the partial hospitalization program (PHP). Patients remain in a hospital closer to The Cognitive Connection center in Hickory, NC and spend several hours a day undergoing various therapy types. The period of treatment ranges from one to six months.

    Not everyone who struggles with addiction in North Carolina is ready to go into a treatment program. For these individuals, intervention services may help. Friends and family of the individual can call and set up an intervention. We have a professional come and lead the discussion.

    Aftercare support refers to the follow-up care provided after the initial rehab program. The quality of aftercare support plays an important role in preventing relapses and sustains recovery. Aftercare support at The Cognitive Connection is personalized according to the needs of the patient in North Carolina.

    Therapies & Programs

    Addiction is a family disease. Family therapy is a common tool that is used during inpatient treatment. While living with active addiction in Hickory, North Carolina, it is impossible for family members not to be affected. In order to have the greatest chances for long term sobriety, healing any family trauma and dysfunctional communications is important. Family therapy aims to heal and rebalance unhealthy roles and habits.

    Group therapy occurs in a group setting as opposed to a one on one setting. It benefits patients by providing a feeling of support and letting them know they are not alone. Patients at The Cognitive Connection also learn to build trust and understanding and gain perspective through discussions.

    Most individuals suffering from addiction have low self-awareness, so they end up making poor decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is suitable for patients recovering from an addiction of any kind. Through it, patients become more aligned with their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, giving them a better opportunity to respond appropriately to temptations and negative feelings.

    This therapy modality at The Cognitive Connection in Hickory, NC strengthens a person’s ability to stay on top of their emotional state and learn new stress management techniques so they won’t give in to the temptations easily. Moreover, CBT helps people communicate and express their emotions well, which can be vital in relapse management. CBT is also suitable for managing co-occurring disorders like depression and bipolar illness.

    A 12-Step Program is a common method that is used to treat addiction. This format is used for both drug and alcohol treatment. It is extremely popular and successful for large numbers of people. It is a relatively simple set of steps that are done continuously in order to move through life with awareness, accountability and honesty. 12-Step programs are available in most every city in the Unites States. They are available in person, electronically and virtually through phone or web-based meetings.

    Contingency management (CM) is a system that rewards patients for positive behavior. Patients may get a gift for a clean drug test. They may also get punished for negative behavior. The therapy inspires patients to engage in healthy behaviors and limit unhealthy behavior. It is effective in treating addiction and other issues.

    Payment Options Accepted

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  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
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    Additional Details

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    The Cognitive Connection Location and Directions
    Address Information1109 2nd Avenue SW
    Hickory, North Carolina 28602 Phone Number(828) 327-6026 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Hickory, North Carolina Addiction Information

    North Carolina ranks 29th in the nation for overall substance abuse. Many of the drugs abused in the state are illicit, and many of these are opioids. Prescription opioids are readily available due to the high rates of medical workers prescribing them. The number of prescriptions has increased tenfold since the 1980's. Opioid overdoses are the most common type of death in North Carolina.

    Hickory, North Carolina has one of the highest rates of drug overdose deaths in the country. In 2016, out of 948 drug-related deaths in North Carolina; Hickory accounted for 27 of the fatalities, making up 2.9% of the state's total death rate. Almost 18% reported using marijuana in Hickory. Some drug rehab centers in Hickory offer detox services, while others provide residential or inpatient treatment.

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