- 210 West Jackson Street , Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157
- Alcoholism
- Drug Addiction
- Opioid Addiction
Essential Touchstones provides comprehensive addiction treatment services in Ridgeland, MS, specializing in intensive outpatient programs for both adolescents and adults. Their team of doctorate-level, licensed clinicians takes an individualized approach to recovery, working closely with each client to address their unique circumstances and treatment needs.
The facility is certified by the Department of Mental Health and accredited by the Joint Commission, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care. This dual recognition ensures that clients receive treatment that meets rigorous national healthcare quality metrics while adhering to state-specific requirements for addiction treatment services.
What sets Essential Touchstones apart is their integrated approach to treating both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Their comprehensive model includes psychiatric medication management overseen by qualified psychiatrists and mental health nurse practitioners, creating a seamless continuum of care for clients dealing with complex addiction and mental health challenges.
Specialized Programs for Lasting Recovery
Essential Touchstones builds their treatment programs around evidence-based practices designed to support long-term recovery and mental health stability. Their intensive outpatient model allows clients to maintain their daily responsibilities while receiving the structured support necessary for sustainable recovery from substance use disorders and other addictive behaviors.
- Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP): Structured treatment schedules that accommodate work, school, and family commitments while providing comprehensive addiction recovery support
- Psychiatric Medication Management: Professional oversight of medications for addiction treatment and co-occurring mental health conditions by qualified psychiatrists and nurse practitioners
- Trauma-Informed Massage Therapy: Specialized bodywork that recognizes the connection between trauma, stress, and addiction recovery
- Nutrition Consultation Services: Personalized guidance on healthy eating habits that support physical recovery and overall wellness during treatment
- Dual Diagnosis Treatment: Integrated care for clients managing both addiction and mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, and mood disorders
Client Demographics and Complex Conditions
Essential Touchstones welcomes both adolescents ages 12 to 18 and adults seeking treatment for substance use disorders and other addictive behaviors. Their age-appropriate programming ensures that younger clients receive developmentally suitable care while adults benefit from treatment approaches designed for their life stage and responsibilities.
The facility specializes in treating clients with co-occurring conditions, particularly those dealing with addiction alongside mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. This dual diagnosis expertise is crucial for clients whose mental health conditions may have contributed to their substance use or been exacerbated by it, ensuring that both issues receive proper attention during the recovery process.
