Ouachita Mountain Recovery’s approach and philosophy is based on Twelve
Step recovery programs such as that used by Alcoholics Anonymous and
Narcotics Anonymous. We believe that alcoholism and drug addiction are
treatable diseases and that addiction affects a person biologically,
psychologically, spiritually, emotionally and socially. We also know that
addiction creates special problems for families and communities which must be
taken into account during the recovery process. The unique needs of each
individual are reflected in the personalized recovery recommendations that are
developed for each resident.

Ouachita Mountain Recovery’s approach and philosophy is based on Twelve
Step recovery programs such as that used by Alcoholics Anonymous and
Narcotics Anonymous. We believe that alcoholism and drug addiction are
treatable diseases and that addiction affects a person biologically,
psychologically, spiritually, emotionally and socially. We also know that
addiction creates special problems for families and communities which must be
taken into account during the recovery process. The unique needs of each
individual are reflected in the personalized recovery recommendations that are
developed for each resident.

Individuals accepted into Ouachita Mountain Recovery assume a great deal of
responsibility for their care, recovery and personal growth. They are treated with
respect and dignity and are provided with all available information so that they
can make informed decisions about their care. Recovery begins when residents
accept and admit that they have a problem and that they are powerless over this
disease and that their lives are unmanageable. They must be willing to go to any
length to achieve and maintain sobriety, be honest with themselves and others
and be thorough in examining all areas of their life, including their relationships
and patterns of living. Old ideas and behaviors need to be discarded. These will
be replaced with new healthy skills and coping mechanisms.

An important part of all Twelve Step recovery programs deal with spiritual
discovery.

Part of the recovery process is realizing that there is a power greater than the
power of each individual. An individual’s road to prolonged sobriety can best be
achieved by developing a relationship with a Higher Power that is meaningful to
that individual. We are very respectful of each person’s individual spiritual and
religious beliefs. Twelve Step recovery programs deal with spirituality, not
religion. We believe that what’s important for each individual is the journey, the
searching associated with finding spiritual meaning which will support a solid
recovery program.