Gregg Jantz

Treatment Success Rate

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 01:18:15 -0700

I explain why The Center does not publish succees rate statistics. Can successful treatment be meausured accurately? Yes and No. Maybe the treatment for a specific diagnosis may be successful, but if other issues in a person's life are not dealt with, was the treatment actually successful? I don't think so. That is why I believe in treating the whole person, not just focusing on one specific area of dysfunction.

Treatment Center Checklist

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 05:56:21 -0700

Treatment Center Evaluation
Finding the Program That’s Right For You

Deciding to enter into treatment for help with a significant issue in your life is tough. With programs and treatment centers all across the country, how can you know which is the best option for you, or for a loved one? With so much invested, you want to have confidence in your choice.

This checklist has been created to help you compare programs and make a personalized decision on which is right for you or for a loved one. Utilizing the 7 Keys to Long-Term Recovery, this checklist can help point you in the right direction.

7 Keys to Long-Term Recovery

Small, Flexible Treatment

Each person is an individual, with a unique situation and needs. Recovery occurs best outside of a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Within a small, flexible program, individuals are recognized as such and treated with respect and dignity, not herded from place to place to fulfill the demands of “the program.”

Multi-Focused Recovery

Often, people have attempted to self-medicate their pain through addictive behaviors prior to engaging in treatment. These patterns can take on a life of their own, complicating recovery if not addressed. Recovery is enhanced when these addictive behaviors are identified, acknowledged and placed into context.

Individual Therapeutic Sessions

Treatment programs are generally a mix of group sessions, individual sessions and outside activities. Group sessions provide insight and support through others. Outside activities enhance and augment the therapeutic process. Individual sessions, however, can provide the best avenue for in-depth, individual, focused recovery work.

Therapeutic Treatment Team

People come to therapy with individual needs and unique personalities. These unique personalities respond in different ways to different people. By providing a variety of backgrounds, skills and presentations, a therapeutic treatment team is able to connect in a greater number of ways to each person.

Whole-Person Based

Each person is a multi-faceted individual, whose issues affect all avenues of life. When the emotional, relational, physical and spiritual components of a person are addressed, recovery is enhanced within the whole-person. An integrated recovery offers the greatest opportunity for long-term success.

Core Issues Addressed

Some treatment programs deal primarily with the outside, external symptoms of underlying internal issues. While help must be provided for those external symptoms, true recovery takes place when the underlying core issues are examined, acknowledged and addressed. Once a core issue is understood, the ability to make positive changes is enhanced.

Philosophy of Hope

The power of Hope cannot be over-emphasized. For long-term, successful treatment, it is imperative to work with a program that truly believes in the possibility of change. This foundational belief is then communicated throughout every aspect of program interaction. It is this belief in a person’s ability to change, grow and move beyond today that stimulates one of the greatest tools in recovery - a return of optimism, hope and joy.

As you are evaluating different programs, please keep a few things in mind:

Price alone is not a valid indicator of the long-term success of a program. Look first at how each program addresses the 7 Keys. Invest in the program that integrates the highest number of these keys and is in what you’ve determined to be your price range.
As you’re determining your price range, be as flexible and creative as you can be in coming up with a recovery amount. As you review your own financial situation, consider short-term loans from equity, retirement or life insurance. Do you have family or friends who would be willing to help? Could you take out a low interest credit card to use for payment? Treatment can be expensive but life-long recovery is priceless.
When considering different programs, don’t automatically assume the least expensive program is the best choice for your time and money. A program that doesn’t work for you is not a good investment and may require further treatment in the future.
It is always good to remember that secondary issues may surface during treatment for a primary issue. As you are evaluating treatment programs, be sure to ask about program components available for treating primary and secondary issues.
When considering different programs, do more than look over the printed or online information; call the program and ask to speak to the Admissions Director. Every program will have a different “personality,” based upon the characteristics of the people who operate it. What is the person like over the phone? Do they take time with you, understanding and answering your questions? Are they available and do they call back when they say they will? You can often get a feel for a program just by speaking with contact staff over the phone. If you are listened to, valued and validated over the phone, you probably will be in person.

I want you to know that The Center for Counseling & Health Resources, Inc. meets all of the above criteria and more.

Dr. Jantz speaks on Gambling Addiction

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 06:17:29 -0700

The following is an interview of me on Beating the Odds TV Show regarding the topic of gambling addiction.

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More and more teenagers are doing internet gambling. So by the time they are old enough to go into Casinos, they have already become addicted to gambling. There are some statistics that women are 3 times more likely to be addicted to gambling. The stereotype of the male gambler is changing because of such easy access to gambling nowadays.

Gambling, eating disorders, self mutilation, prescription drug addiction-women are struggling in our society today. Any of you want to share what you think is happening?

Dr. Jantz At Home TV Interview regarding weight loss

Sun, 15 Jul 2007 07:01:01 -0700

The following is an interview of me on At Home TV Show regarding the topic of weight loss. We disucssed healthy weight loss principles in my best selling book Total Temple Makeover.

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Interview on At Home TV Show regarding Eating Disorders

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 05:52:10 -0700

Here is a webcast from an interview I had on 'At Home' TV Show. It was in regard to Eating Disorders.

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Post from another blogger on anorexia

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 06:49:38 -0700

Another blogger on this site posted a video on anorexia and dying. In the video the speaker states that all of us are going to die, so why does a person with anorexia want to speed up the process. She also mentions that a person with anorexia needs to realize that they will never get thin enough in their own mine. If you are struggling with anorexia, I would encourage you to watch this video.

Addictions, Depression and the Struggle with Fear

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 11:50:34 -0700

Vomiting and Eating Disorders

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 07:44:56 -0700

Here is a webcast from an interview I had on 'The Maury Popvich Show' TV Show. It should give some hope to those who have struggled with bulimia and purging. As many of you know, ongoing vomiting can destroy your teeth. Through advanced dental techniques, you can get your beautiful smile back once you get the victory over an eating disorder.

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Interview on 'The Other Half' TV show regarding eating disorders

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 05:19:05 -0700

I am sorry for not blogging for such a long time. I have been very busy counseling individuals. I will start podcasting and blogging on a more regular basis.

Here is a webcast from an interview I had on 'The Other Half' TV Show.

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My Latest Book

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 11:03:50 -0800

I am excited to announce my latest book, God Can Help You Heal.

I wrote this book to help those who struggle with physical addictions, the pain of broken relationships and past abuse. This book will be helpful for those who are experiencing depression.

I intentionally wrote this book so that it would be easy to read and not take a long time to read. It can be used as a devotional book.

The biblical principles I share in this book is used by our counseling staff at The Center. Some of these principles are Trust, Truth, Acceptance, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Spiritual Intimaccy, Connection, and Vision.

Learn more about the book at www.aplaceofhopestore.com.