When we interviewed with Dr. Martin for the Body Mind Spirit IOP we were convinced that this program had what others did not. Even beyond that, the small size of the program combined with Dr. Martins' expertise and approach offered something very unique.
At BMS, unlike other programs in the past, our son's polysubstance abuse and dependence, physical health (nutritional components, exercise regime and stress management skills) were addressed. His psychological (cognitions, emotions, & behavioral aspects of health) have been worked with, as well as spiritual components of health (his higher inner self, his construct of a higher power outside himself and the development of consciousness).
He was provided with a membership and taken to an upscale super sport family fitness gym for 2 hours each day to work out with a trainer or program manger in developing a balanced exercise regime.
They also worked with him on improving the significant relationships in his life (family) and learning what a healthy romantic relationship and healthy friendships are.
We actually had family sessions each week as well as numerous other regular contacts keeping us involved and informed of our son's progress in the program.
They assisted him in attending 3-5 AA, NA, celebrate recovery, smart recovery, or rational recovery meetings each week. He went with amazing regularity for him.
They encouraged & supported him in developing a comprehensive friend network of people who are in 12 step program.
They assisted, supported and encouraged him to meet with his sponsor 2-3 times per week and to work the 12 step program with his sponsor.
He met with his primary therapist 2 times per week to work on treatment issues and his progress in the program.
He met with a psychologist on a weekly basis to deal with underlying psychological issues of trauma, psychological disorders (depression, anxiety, compulsive behaviors), etc.
He had medical consults on his physical issues.
He went to a psychiatrist every 2 weeks to work on getting his medications decreased and stabilized.
For the first time in his life he learned how to work with doctors.
He went to a nutritionist and/or physician specializing in nutrition on a regular basis in an effort to get his nutritional regime stabled.
He met with a naturopath to explore how we might integrate his medication regime with his supplement regime in a harmonious and balanced way.
They provided him with alternative treatment sessions with acupuncturist, yoga mastery, Meditation Instruction, Stress Management Instructional sessions, Anger management sessions, massage therapy, Tai Chi, Chi Gong, etc.
He participated in community service projects that BMS IOP is involved with on a weekly basis, and has done some volunteer work.
Dr. Martin and his staff are very professional, conscientious, and caring. We wish more people had the opportunity to work with them. read more
