Daily Life
Every aspect of the process is designed to bring your experience to the forefront.
The daily schedule, clinical sessions and activities are structured to engage a Participant in the journey of self-discovery, healing and growth.
Daily Life at Our Residential Program
Individual Clinical Sessions
Participants at Confluence pair with a primary therapist whom they work with one-on-one for the duration of care. The clinician and participant collaborate to create individualized treatment plans with meaningful goals and objectives as identified by the participant. Participants and primary clinicians meet for three sessions per week; typically a one-on-one session, a family session and a treatment team meeting each week.
Therapeutic Modules
Each week participants take part in therapeutic modules that open up avenues of expression, demonstrate patterns and offer insight into one’s modes of being. Intention and attention are a brought to each module with metaphor and engagement providing a valuable lens to process the experience. Expressive arts, kitchen, garden and outdoor modules offer skill development and opportunities to be, relate and feel.
Group Therapy
Each week Confluence clinicians lead six group therapy sessions which all participants partake in. Groups are a therapy modality wherein clients learn and practice recovery strategies, build interpersonal skills, and reinforce and develop social support networks. DBT, CBT and processing groups support learning and developing skills and fostering relatability through understanding and empathy.
Health and Wellness Practice
While at Confluence participants bring a new attention to their physical health and wellbeing. Program curriculum seeks to help participants build healthy patterns of nutrition and diet, rest and activity, and relationship to technology. Wellness practices include mindfulness-based stress reduction, meditation, expression of gratitude and social connection.
Nutrition and Food
Eating well is feeling well. Nutrition plays an important role at Confluence and meals are made of healthy whole foods with nutrition as a primary focus. Participants engage with staff to prepare and bring meals to the table. Staff and participants eat three family-style meals together each day. Confluence can accommodate nearly all dietary and nutritional needs.
Life Skills Development
Confluence unique hybrid model, allows for participants to build and practice real world skills. From macro skills including executive functioning, planning and organization to smaller details of managing the cleanliness of physical spaces, to laundry and kitchen experiences. Participants build tools needed for success in school, work and family environments.
Daily Life at Transitional Living
Located in the heart of Burlington, Vermont, our vibrant campus fosters a sense of community and personal growth, providing a nurturing space for participants to thrive. Whether you’re seeking to enhance your life skills, explore career options, or engage in a supportive community, Transitions is here to guide you on your journey.
Weekend Activities
Weekend activities vary, and while some programming may be encouraged, we believe in balance. Participants can explore Burlington, engage in personal projects, or spend time with peers.
Free Time
Participants have ample free time to pursue their personal interests and goals. Outside of required programming, participants are encouraged to build their own schedule that aligns with their growth. Free time will grow over the course of an individual’s time at Confluence.
Our Intensive Outpatient Program
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a structured mental health treatment program designed for individuals who need more support than typical outpatient care can provide but do not require the 24-hour supervision of inpatient treatment. Our IOP involves several hours of therapy and support services multiple days per week, focusing on various therapeutic approaches, including individual therapy, group therapy and experiential interventions.
Individual Therapy
Individuals are offered formal individual therapy sessions each with their primary clinician. Additional informal check-ins and conversations offer real-time feedback on challenges and successes and support relationship building to deepen the treatment alliance.
Group Therapy
Individuals can engage in groups therapy sessions with Confluence clinicians and others with similar challenges and goals. Groups offer peer-to-peer support and an opportunity to practice pro-social strategies, problem solving, experience boundaries and accept differences.
Family Integration
We take a comprehensive approach to support the entire family when working with individuals with mental health challenges. Incorporating family increases support of individuals in treatment and enhances understanding while improving relationships.
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