About Aviary Recovery Center – Kirkwood – St. Louis
The Aviary Recovert Center provides an intensive outpatient program (IOP) in Kirkwood, Missouri to adults struggling with a substance use disorder. The facility is conveniently located off of Old Route 66 and near the bus stop. I like that before or after your treatment sessions, you can stop at the nearby coffee shop or the nearby sit down and fast food restaurants. They do accept a multitude of insurance plans and also allow for online payment.
They designed their IOP to build the skills that are needed for long term recovery. You will attend your treatment sessions three to five times a week for three-hour sessions.
You will be able to work on how you respond in challenging situations and build up your coping skills. You will attend group sessions that work on your life skills, relationship skills, communication skills and relapse prevention.
What stood out to me is that they have recently started incorporating equine assisted therapy. This form of therapy will have you build a positive relationship with horses. They believe this is a powerful tool that can help you create a sense of responsibility and build your self esteem.
Each session will be geared towards your personal needs. You may find that being around the horses will ease your anxiety and relieve stress. Your sessions with the horses may include grooming, special groundwork and speaking to your counselor while partaking in a horse related activity.
I like that they offer educational and social support groups to your family and loved ones. They can attend the family wellness groups that meets once a week for one hour and 15 minutes. Your loved ones will be provided with the tools to help promote health and recovery.
