Now in our third year of helping kids stay focused in their recovery as they make the transition home!
Potomac Pathways Aftercare was created with students in mind who are
returning home to the DC area from residential therapeutic programs
such as wilderness programs, therapeutic schools, or residential substance abuse treatment. Potomac Pathways Aftercare is an outpatient treatment program intended for young people who have completed a period of primary treatment for substance abuse or emotional issues.
Potomac Pathways Aftercare was established so that students can continue to develop healthy ways of living while continuing to heal and recover from addictive patterns and emotional challenges. The typical program length is 90-days, but teens may continue to participate in program elements after the initial 90-days, for as long as they experience the program as supportive in their recovery.
Weekly recovery / relapse prevention therapy group
Two Weekend Wellness Days each month
Individual counseling
Parent support group
Family counseling
Drug testing available on-site
12-step group attendance recommended
GETTING STARTED: Initial assessment with teenager and parents to determine the needs of the family and the teenager in treatment
GROUPS: Teenager attends weekly group
Recovery and relapse prevention group which includes elements of experiential therapy, psychodrama, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. The group is geared to addressing issues that teens face upon returning home, including:
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: Parents may attend a bi-monthly group which gives them the opportunity to share information with other parents about what's working in their family, and also to receive some support for the often difficult process of parenting adolescents who may be struggling with a variety of recovery issues. This group is facilitated by Pauliann Long, LCSW-C.
WEEKEND WELLNESS DAYS: Teenager attends two Weekend Wellness days per month including one outdoor adventure day, and one "wellness retreat afternoon."
12-STEP GROUP: 12-step youth group attendance is expected for most program participants during early recovery (first 90-days after residential treatment).
COUNSELING:
DRUG TESTING: Now available on-site for a nominal fee. Also, specialized testing available for drugs of abuse that don't show up on most drug screens including LSD, Mushrooms, Ritalin, Robotussin.
November 22, 2008: Weekend Wellness Afternoon — An afternoon of yoga at Sacred Space Yoga in Rockville. It's a great place, and it's going to be a really relaxing and uplifting experience... followed by a drum circle at Potomac Pathways w...
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November 25, 2008: Parent Support Group — The one and only Carrie Hawkins from Alldredge Academy facilitates this group for parents only! It's an opportunity to share your experiences on the journey, and to learn more about the ch...
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November 26, 2008: Wednesday Evening Recovery Group — The Wednesday evening group is a supportive experience for teens in recovery. Featuring positive peer association with kids who are ultra-cool and rock-solid in their recovery. Make it a cen...
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