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Brightwater Landing and COPAC Become Part of The RanchSM Treatment Center

The three facilities, gathered under The Ranch umbrella, share a commitment to treating trauma and other psychological problems that cause and contribute to drug and alcohol addiction using a wide range of innovative experiential therapies.

Relapse, Epigenetics and Shame Explored by Elements Behavioral Health at Insight & Innovation in Eating Disorder Summit

Three experts from Elements Behavioral Health will speak at the Insight & Innovation in Eating Disorder Treatment Summit in St. Louis, Mo.: renowned physician and nutrition scientist Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP; Karen Brownd, LPC, CSAT-S, program director at The Center for Relationship and Sexual Recovery at The Ranch; and Susan Strain, ACSW, LCSW, CEDS, […]

Nurturing Atmosphere at The Ranch Drew Coordinator Stephanie Fultz Back ‘Home’

“This too shall pass” has been a guiding principle in Stephanie Fultz’s life. To her, this phrase is a reminder that no matter how difficult the situation, there’s always someone there to help. Stephanie prides herself on being that person who provides a sympathetic ear and emotional support while others are waiting for hard times […]

An Interview with Lisa Ballard, Primary Therapist

Lisa Ballard is a born problem solver. Show her a tough math problem or complex computer question and she’ll have the solution. Need help planning a wholesome meal that heals the body, she’s got a plan. Bring her someone struggling with addiction, trauma or other mental health issues, and she’ll evaluate the whole person until […]

Why Experiential Therapy for Trauma?

Following a traumatic experience (or series of experiences), the body and mind can become disconnected. This is a survival mechanism that helps people cope with the unimaginable. Research in neuroscience suggests that traumatic memories are stored not only in the brain, but also in the body. Trauma impacts every part of the individual – emotional, […]

The Ranch’s Renowned Eating Disorder Expert to Address Resistance in Obesity & Binge Eating Disorder Treatment at Professional Workshop

On March 24, 2012, The Ranch’s eating disorder consultant, Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross, will host a professional workshop at the annual IAEDP Symposium exploring the five points of resistance patients commonly face in treatment for binge eating disorder and obesity.

State-of-the-Art Assessment, Stabilization and Detox Center Opens at The Ranch in Tennessee

Piney Lodge, the new cutting-edge assessment, stabilization and detox center at The Ranch, offers safe, comfortable stabilization and drug detoxification using an integrated, medically managed model. Nunnelly, TN (PRWEB) March 6, 2012 – The Ranch rehabilitation center proudly announces the opening of Piney Lodge, a new state-of-the-art, 16-bed drug detox facility situated along the Piney […]

5 Lessons People Can Learn From Horses in Equine Therapy

At The Ranch rehabilitation center in Tennessee, equine therapy is a way to experience change in a hands-on way by challenging people to look at themselves and the world in a new way. People who have struggled to make progress or achieve their treatment goals have made significant breakthroughs with the aid of equine therapy.

The Benefits of Integrative Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder and Obesity

More than 70 million Americans are battling obesity, and another 25 million are struggling with binge eating disorder. To a large extent, treatment for these conditions has focused on dieting and weight loss. But a newer, more effective form of treatment is emerging: integrative medicine.