Our Philosophy
You can achieve sustainable sobriety in a way that restores your sense of self, your dignity, and your purpose in life.
Surrender is triumph, service is salvation.
Community, Nature, & You
Community: Connecting With People Who Get It and Get You
We believe true healing and long-term recovery require a strong social support community as well as ongoing participation in 12-step peer self-help groups like Alcoholic Anonymous (AA), Smart Recovery, Refuge Recovery and other community-based addiction resources.
Nature: Restoring Balance by Getting Back to Basics
We believe in the power of experiential therapies that require immersion in nature, like surf therapy, waterfall swims, ocean swims, mountain hikes, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, parasailing, and other fun, fulfilling, and exhilarating adventures. We know these physical activities work on a variety of levels: they improve self-esteem, function as natural anti-depressants and anxiolytics, and help you rediscover your natural energy and vitality.
You: Breathwork, Alternative Therapies, Self-Reflection
We believe in the power of daily breath work, alternative approaches like yoga, mindfulness, and meditation, and alternative therapies like cold plunge, infrared sauna, and hyperbaric oxygen chamber sessions. These modalities can help heal the dysregulated nervous system, improve PTSD symptoms, improve mood, and reduce the negative effects of past trauma while regulating inflammation in the body.
Recovery: A Lifelong Process
We believe having a sense of purpose is crucial for a successful recovery. Once you’re ready, our team helps you with job placement, plans for ongoing education, career guidance, a roadmap for reconnecting with family, and more. When you have a reason to get up in the morning, and you have practical, effective techniques to manage your mind, body, and emotions – i.e. your triggers, cravings, and addictive patterns of thought and behavior – then you can guide your recovery and successfully maintain your sobriety through the inevitable ups and downs of life.
Treatment at Honu House: The Best of Standard Modalities Meets the Best of Alternative Approaches
Our fully integrative approach to recovery allows us to address your needs on multiple levels with proven methods that lead to lasting results. By focusing on the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of recovery, patients at Honu House can achieve overall wellness and long-term recovery.
