The Chateau Solution
Chateau offers a range of alcohol treatment services at our Utah facility. We help you or your loved one overcome an unhealthy relationship with alcohol and co-occurring disorders such as depression or anxiety.
1. Committing to Change
Acknowledging the Problem
Chateau Treats a Mature Population
We believe it takes courage to ask for and willingly get help. Being committed to the process is key to successful change. Treating individuals 26+ ensures that you are going through treatment with peers & individuals in a similar phase of life.
Focus on Hope & Healing
Accepting help requires willingness disregard the idea of that one is a "burden". Accepting help can bring out a caring response in others and lead to a deeper emotional closeness.
2. Holistic Approach
Healing the Whole Self
Understanding Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnosis is the condition of suffering from a mental illness and a substance use disorder by addressing underlying issues. Many times depression and/or anxiety occur with alcohol or substance use.
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Comprehensive Assessments and Testing
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Substance Abuse & Mental Health Education
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Trauma & Development Focused Treatment
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Neurofeedback - Brain Training
Addressing the 6 Dimensions of Wellness
At Chateau Health & Wellness, we believe all dimensions of your wellbeing need to be examined in order to heal. We address Daily, Physical, and Spiritual Health, Mental & Emotional Health & Family Systems and Relationship Health.
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Reconnecting with Family & Values
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Comprehensive Aftercare Planning
3. Evidence Based
Therapy Modalities
How We Help
We provide a range of modalities to help address and process your concerns including:
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprogramming (EMDR)
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Brainspotting & Neurofeedback
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Individual & Group Therapy
Rehabilitation Nutritional
Family Systems Therapy
Pharmacogentic (PGx) Testing
Pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing is a type of genetic test that examines how an individual’s genes affect their response to medications. By analyzing genetic variations, PGx testing helps determine the most effective medications and dosages while minimizing the risk of adverse reactions.
At Chateau, we utilize PGx genetic testing to create more personalized treatment plans. This advanced approach reduces the trial-and-error process of finding the right medication, leading to safer, more effective care with improved treatment outcomes.
4. Alumni Resources
Ongoing Support Network
Alumni, Aftercare, and Family Support
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At Chateau Health & Wellness, our ultimate goal is to help you overcome your addiction, avoid relapse and build a fulfilling life
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Our commitment to your wellness goes well beyond residential treatment. Continued support is key to ongoing mental and physical health
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Provides family support and resources
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We believe that your home environment plays a huge role in your overall wellness
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Individuals who enter our residential program can count on ongoing support from our alumni resources
Chateau App, 3x Zoom Meetings, and Resources
We believe your home environment plays a crucial role in your overall wellness. That’s why we offer comprehensive family support and resources to help create a strong foundation for lasting recovery.
Individuals who enter our residential program can count on ongoing support from our alumni resources, including weekly alumni Zoom calls, providing a space for connection, guidance, and continued growth long after treatment.
Alcohol Abuse is Universal
Alcohol addiction and abuse can affect anyone regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, religion/spirituality, nationality and socioeconomic status.
Prevalence of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
15 Million
Approximately 15 million people in the United States struggle with AUD, but less than 10% receive treatment.
AUD and Death Toll in the U.S.
178,000
Excessive alcohol use is responsible for approximately 178,000 deaths annually in the United States.
Children Living with Parents with AUD
10.5%
Approximately 7.5 million children in the US live in households with at least one parent who has an alcohol use disorder.
SAMSHA
What is Alcohol Addiction & Abuse?
Defining & Undestanding AUD
The term "alcoholism" is no longer in use, per the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5th edition (DSM). The new diagnosis for individuals with an alcohol use disorder has been established: it's called 'Alcohol Use Disorder'. To be diagnosed this way one must meet specific criteria set forth by DSM-5 - which includes symptoms such as excessive drinking or engagement in risky behaviors while intoxicated.
When a mental health professional assesses someone for alcohol use, they must find that he or she meets at least two of the 11 criteria during any 12-month period. These grades will determine how severe your disorder is -- the more markers you've got in one category means higher level diagnosis!
WebMD 11 Criteria in the DSM-5
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Feeling powerless to control alcohol use
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Declining to engage in social activities or hobbies that used to be of interest
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Having a desire to stop or decrease drinking but being unable to do so
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Using alcohol in high-risk situations
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Devoting significant time and resources to drinking
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Developing a tolerance for alcohol
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Experiencing cravings for alcohol when not drinking
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Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when not drinking (e.g., cravings, sweating, shaking, and nausea)
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Facing problems at work, home, or school
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In reaction to the discomfort associated with withdrawal, having to drink to feel better
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Continuing to use alcohol even when it is leading to social, physical, relationship, and personal problems
Spectrum of Alcohol Use Disorder
Extreme Abuse to Addiction
The term "alcoholism" is no longer in use, per the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5th edition (DSM). The new diagnosis for individuals with an alcohol use disorder has been established: it's called 'Alcohol Use Disorder'. To be diagnosed this way one must meet specific criteria set forth by DSM-5 - which includes symptoms such as excessive drinking or engagement in risky behaviors while intoxicated.
When a mental health professional assesses someone for alcohol use, they must find that he or she meets at least two of the 11 criteria during any 12-month period. These grades will determine how severe your disorder is -- the more markers you've got in one category means higher level diagnosis!
Signs & Symptoms Of Alcohol Abuse
Physical Symptoms of Dependence
An alcohol use disorder, especially at the more severe end of the spectrum, can lead to permanent and debilitating health conditions that may require care for a lifetime. Some of the most acute problems relate to the indirect problems that an alcohol use disorder causes.
Physical impact of alcohol use on the body includes but is not limited to:
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Slowed reaction times
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Blackouts
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Trouble with motor coordination
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Impaired judgment and risk-taking
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Memory impairment or memory lapses
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Slurred speech
As alcohol abuse takes firmer root, people often neglect their nutritional health. The person may show signs of malnutrition, such as a gaunt appearance, hair loss or thinning, and dark circles under the eyes.
These may be symptoms of a general condition known as thiamine deficiency. The brain and all the tissue in the body need thiamine (B1) for healthy functioning. Individuals with an alcohol use disorder may be suffering from a thiamine deficiency, among other nutritional deficits.
Behavioral Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder
As the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence explains, the behavioral signs of an alcohol use disorder will usually be apparent.
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Increasingly secretive about activities
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More prone to accidents
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Show unexplained signs of injury
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Hiding alcohol at home or work
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Become fearful of running out of alcohol
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Diminished level of care for hygiene
Alcohol abuse often leads to problems in the person’s relationships across the full spectrum of life.
Additional behavioral signs include:
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Increasing legal troubles, such as assault, domestic abuse, or drunk driving
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Showing up intoxicated at work, a family function, or a meeting
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Overreacting to any perceived criticism
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Experiencing financial problems
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Stealing and lying about it
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Engaging in risky activities, such as unprotected sex
Psychological of Alcohol Consumption
The psychological effects of alcohol are immediately recognizable after a person drinks. Individuals may repeat themselves (due in part to memory lapse) and not show their familiar level of good judgment. Over time, individuals may develop sleep troubles and/or mental health disorders such as depression or anxiety.
Cognitive problems include a diminished attention span and problems with motor coordination, such as asterixis, a condition that causes a person to involuntarily flap or shake their hands. In severe cases, hepatic encephalopathy can develop and, for some, cause them to slip into a fatal hepatic coma.
Common Short Term Effects
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Impaired coordination
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Dizziness
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Relaxed inhibitions
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Slurred speech
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Blurred vision
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Blacking out
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Irregular or slowed breathing
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Depressed immune system
These effects can be extremely dangerous. They have a profound impact on your life. Impaired reasoning might lead you into risky behaviors such as unprotected sex and drunk driving which endangers both yourself and others
Extended Abuse Effects
Liver disease
Thiamine deficiency
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Learning and memory problems
Depression
Sleep disturbances
Shakes Seizures
Increased risk of cancer and diabetes
Heart or respiratory failure
Women who continue drinking during pregnancy often have a higher chance of passing on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, leading to developmental issues for their child.
Treatment For Alcohol Addiction
Alcohol Withdrawal can be Dangerous
It’s important that people withdrawing from alcohol abuse are monitored in a medical setting, known as medically-supervised detoxification. This type of program allows the individual to receive medical care to ensure health safety, and medication when needed. Medication can be effective at providing relief from cravings and other withdrawal symptoms.
Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Vivitrol is a injectable medicine used to treat dependence after alcohol detoxification. Naltrexone is a common alternative and it is used to block the euphoric feeling associated with alcohol consumption. Disulfiram is a more extreme route, causing vomiting and headaches when alcohol is consumed, making it unappealing to those who may be close to relapse. Facilities may also administer thiamine for alcoholics in recovery, which helps improve brain functioning and memory.
Comprehensive Treatment or Detox Centers
Detox is often a necessary part of a comprehensive treatment program for someone who is addicted to and dependent on alcohol, but it is not the end of treatment. Medically-supervised detox allows you to get rid of the toxins in your body gained during prolonged alcohol abuse, but for a successful recovery, a formal treatment program must follow.
The Stereotypes & Stigmas of Alcohol
2 Big Social Problems
Problem #1 - Alcohol is Associated with Fun
Social drinking problematic as it leads to the misconception that you don’t have a drinking problem is you only drink in social situations.
Problem #2 - Alcohol Correlates with Relaxation
Alcohol is a depressant and "helps you relax, especially in social situations - but the more you drink, the higher your tolerance becomes and it takes more to "relax. Alll the while, the drinking is masking other issues that can worsen in severity if left untreated.
Not Recognizing a Problem
The alcoholic stereotype is one of the most dangerous parts in preventing people from recognizing a drinking problem.
Alcoholism is a wide spectrum. The biggest issues are the relative ease to get alcohol, the abundance of Unfortunately, many people jump to conclusions about those with drinking problems, often assuming they must exhbit laziness, lack-of willpower, violent tendencies, or argumentative behaviors.
While many don't fit this description, it does not mean they do not have harmful excessive alcohol use disorder (HEOAD).
Afraid to Get Help
So many people are afraid to get help for their addiction because they feel that it will only serve as an open invitation towards criticism.
The reality is, though short-term alcoholic behavior can be harmful in itself, long term effects could ultimately prove far worse without identification and intervention.
Peer and Family Judgment
The fear and stigma surrounding addiction is hard to escape. The idea that rehabilitation is a sign of weakness has no basis in reality. In fact, it's just the opposite.
People who have been through rehab know how important their recovery was for them and those around them.
Getting help should never be seen as an act of weakness. It takes immense courage and support.
