Addiction
Mirmont Treatment Center locations offer individualized treatment and rehabilitation care for those struggling with drug or alcohol addiction.
Valor with Integrity Program for Emergency Responders (VIPER)
First responder treatment program for substance abuse and trauma
Mirmont Treatment Center provides the nationally recognized Valor with Integrity Program for Emergency Responders (VIPER). VIPER delivers safety, confidentiality and cultural competence necessary for first responders. This program targets treatment for local, state and federal law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMTs, corrections officers and Armed forces veterans.
The Valor with Integrity Program for Emergency Responders (VIPER) is a nationally recognized first responder treatment program for substance abuse and trauma, located in Media, Pennsylvania, just outside of Philadelphia. Specially geared to the needs of first responders, including local, state and federal law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, corrections officers and Armed Forces veterans, VIPER provides a safe, supportive vehicle for recovery that addresses issues such as:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Crime scene trauma
- Family conflict
- Work-related stress
VIPER is facilitated by a multidisciplinary team with a broad range of experiences both on the job and in the helping profession. Participants are engaged in a group process apart from other Mirmont patients to work on issues specific to first responders.
A clinically integrative approach to first responder treatment
VIPER distinguishes itself though a clinically integrative approach to first responder treatment in which participants benefit from individual and group therapy as well as holistic practices, such as yoga and meditation for PTSD. Our core treatment modalities include:
- Mindfulness practice
- Body-centered therapies including yoga
- Evidence-based treatments such as eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma
- The Gorski Model of relapse prevention
- Family and marital counseling as needed
At Mirmont Treatment Center we have been providing first responder treatment for more than a decade. We have found that creating an environment where first responders are engaged in their clinical work, alongside the rest of the Mirmont patient community, affords all participants the opportunity to learn from each other, gaining deeper insight into each individual’s path to recovery.
First responder treatment program for substance abuse and trauma
VIPER distinguishes itself by focusing on specialized addiction treatment and trauma therapy tailored for first responders. Mirmont Treatment Center understands the intricacies involved in providing care that not only helps individuals achieve sobriety but also equips them with the tools to maintain their well-being amidst the stressors of their crucial roles.
Symptoms of substance misuse in first responders
Recognizing the signs of substance misuse among first responders is vital. Symptoms can include:
- Increased isolation
- Changes in behavior
- Diminished work performance
- Reliance on substances to cope with stress or trauma
These symptoms not only affect their personal well-being but can also impact their capacity to perform their duties, making early detection and intervention crucial.