[b][PAYSON, 12/10/2015][/b] – Steps Recovery uses recreational therapy to enable substance abusers to overcome their difficulties with drugs and alcohol. The center has an experienced and trained staff to assist and coordinate the activities.

[b]Recreational Therapy for Recovery[/b]

Steps Recovery offers help in an effective and holistic manner by encouraging patients to partake in a variety of recreational activities. The program consists of seasonal sports that build character, endurance and wellness, and enables patients to take one-step forward at a time to full recovery.

In the summer, Steps Recovery volleyball and kayaking down the river for a refreshing day out. Other activities include:

• Rock Climbing
• Repelling
• Hiking
• Canoeing
• Stand up paddle boarding
• River rafting
• Tennis and others

Steps Recovery Centers also has a variety of activities lined up for the cold months of winter such as:

• Snowshoeing
• XC skiing
• Alpine skiing
• Snowboarding
• Tai chi
• Snow tubing
• Indoor climbing and others

The various recreational activities encourage group dynamics that create a connection to the outdoors and nature, in addition to fostering the ideals of team building. The programs allow for more well-rounded aid and full recovery.

Pam Egelund is the Recreation Therapist of Steps Recovery Centers. She is a certified personal trainer with experience and training in metabolic VO2/RMR nutrition and testing, and has eleven years of experience working in Residential Treatment Centers. She created and developed recreation programs for adults dealing with addiction and co-wrote a girls adolescent residential treatment program.

[b]Stages of Care[/b]

Steps Recovery Center takes a three-stage approach to recovery.

The first step is intervention and social detox. The qualified support team conducts and handles intervention and ensures patients get the care they need. An intervention team acts as a neutral party and is the voice of reason during this vital stage of recovery. The social detoxification aspect emphasizes social and peer support.

The second stage focuses on diagnosis and customized care. Inpatients get residential treatment and continuing care, while outpatients get day and transition treatment, and intensive and general outpatient services.

The final stage focuses on transitional care to a stable and sober life. All patients who complete the program at Steps Recovery are welcome to return anytime for any reason at no charge for the rest of their lives.

[b]About Steps Recovery[/b]

Steps Recovery is one of the most trusted substance abuse rehabilitation centers in Utah. The dedicated and experienced team at the center enables patients to achieve holistic wellness and move closer to full recovery. Their goal is to provide an advanced and effective treatment for addiction through their three-stage approach.

For more information about the center’s therapy and services, visit http://www.stepsrc.com.