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New Narrative

New Narrative

Drug Rehab Center in Portland, Oregon

  • Mental Health
  • Dual Diagnosis

New Narrative is a reputable treatment facility in Portland that offers evidence-based and personalized treatment for addiction and mental health issues, including medical and mental health assessments, individual and group therapy, and specialty programs, among others.

About This Oregon Facility

New Narrative is a renowned treatment facility in Portland, Oregon that specializes in providing comprehensive and personalized treatment for individuals struggling with addiction and mental health issues. This treatment is evidence-based and tailored to the individual’s unique needs, helping them create positive change in their lives. New Narrative offers a wide range of services from outpatient treatment to residential programs including medical and mental health assessment, individual and group therapy, peer support services, and specialty programs such as relapse prevention, life skills coaching, self-help groups, and more.

New Narrative’s team of expert clinicians have extensive experience in addiction and mental health services and are dedicated to providing effective and compassionate care to individuals who are struggling with substance use issues. The services provided by New Narrative are tailored to meet the individual's specific needs, taking into account any co-occurring mental health disorders or other difficulties they may be facing. They also work to create a supportive environment where each person can develop the skills, confidence, and self-awareness necessary to overcome obstacles and achieve long-term recovery.

New Narrative is an accredited facility that adheres to the highest standards for quality of care and safety.They are part of the Oregon Health Authority's accredited Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment (SAPT) program and have maintained a coveted three-year accreditation from the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). They have also been named Oregon's Treatment Provider of the Year by the Oregon Association of Addiction Treatment Professionals (OAATP).

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

    Mental illness includes conditions such as anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder. It can also happen that mental illness causes drug addiction and vice versa. New Narrative in Oregon knows it is vital to diagnose dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder.

    Levels of Care Offered at New Narrative

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Dual-Diagnosis, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Outpatient programs are the standard for addiction treatment. About 9 in 10 U.S. adolescents entering addiction treatment enroll in these programs, so you’re not alone in Oregon. Treatment is delivered in different settings – offices, clinics, and primary care clinics.

    Facilities like New Narrative offer a variety of services, such as individual and group counseling and family therapy. During the sessions, you work with a team of experts that include: General physicians, Psychiatrists, Social Workers, and Psychologists. The main goals of outpatient recovery programs are to help addicted individuals reduce drug use and addictive behaviors, eventually becoming entirely sober.

    Therapies & Programs

    Therapy plays a major role in addiction recovery. It encourages patients to get to the root of their addiction and learn how to better handle the issues that led to using. Therapy can be conducted in group and one on one settings. In New Narrative‘s individual therapy, the patient meets with the therapist in a one on one setting. This allows them to focus on the underlying issues of addiction and come up with solutions to prevent future abuse.

    Attending group therapy at New Narrative in Portland, Oregon allows those seeking sobriety to realize they are not alone in their battles. This is when a group of people all in different phases of recovery get together and speak about their battles. They talk about their triggers, their successes, their failures, and the things they can do to get on and stay on a sober path. These sessions also teach life skills, communication, healthy habits, and can include alternative types of therapy.

    Trauma therapy allows people who struggled with a past trauma to face the situation and learn to overcome the situation. Many people who went through trauma early on, struggle with addiction later in life. By addressing the trauma and moving past the issues, it can help someone attending treatment at New Narrative in Portland, OR move forward with their recovery and begin to take a better hold of their sober future.

    Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a method of individual and/or group counseling in Portland, Oregon that focuses on acceptance and change. It was developed to advance the idea of balancing opposites. It is a coping method of avoiding black and white approach to situations and problems. DBT can be very effective in developing coping strategies for negative emotions and experiences, and is available for patients at New Narrative.
    The relationship between the thoughts, feelings, and actions of a patient is explored by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). As an alternative to turning to drugs and alcohol in Portland, Oregon, it helps to create a balanced response to thoughts and feelings. Effective communication between users and those around them is also encouraged. It is an efficient treatment for individuals suffering from all sorts of addictions, professionally provided by New Narrative.

    Addiction commonly results in malnutrition, vitamin and mineral deficiencies. This can be reflected in weight loss, hair loss or hair changes, skin irregularities. Eating correctly to replace lost vitamins and minerals while balancing your diet can build confidence. New Narrative will help you get back on track.

    Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) uses low-dose nicotine drugs to eliminate tobacco addiction from smokers. Without smoking, the treatment at New Narrative in Portland, OR brings nicotine into the bloodstream to minimize dependence on the physical habit, while detoxing the body from the attachment. To alleviate withdrawal symptoms, it also helps abusers to adapt to lower doses over time.

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at New Narrative

    This is a type of therapy that involves activity to recreate situations that may have caused trauma or negative emotions. Experiential therapy at New Narrative in Portland, OR can involve acting, props, arts and crafts, animal care or other tools that may be effective.

    This therapy is done on an individual basis and can help revisit and heal from past traumas. Trust between the therapist and individual is important for success. Experiential therapy can help you more closely become you and move through life in a positive and authentic manner.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    New Narrative Location and Directions
    Address Information8915 SW Center St
    Portland, Oregon 97223 Phone Number(503) 726-3690 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Portland, Oregon Addiction Information

    Oregon’s drug abuse rates are higher when compared to other states in the country, and currently ranks 5th in the nation for drug-related health issues. Marijuana and prescription opioids are among the top drugs most often abused by teenagers in Oregon. Alcohol abuse in the state is also higher than average; over 6.25% of residents abuse alcohol every year.

    The drug addiction problem in Portland, OR, is relatively inadequate. Over 124,000 people in Portland reported using illicit drugs in the past month of 2014. Additionally, over 2,200 people in Portland died from drug overdoses in 2016. Drug addicts often turn to crime to get money to buy drugs, which can negatively impact the community. There are many types of treatment available in Portland including inpatient and outpatient care and 12-step programs.

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