What is Behavioral Health Treatment?

We all have habits that we would be better off without. Many times, these habits are more or less harmless, like nail-biting. At other times, these habits can be harmful to ourselves and others. If you’re seeking to manage or treat a particular behavior or habit that is getting in the way of you living your life, you may want to look into whether a behavioral treatment program is the right choice for you. Sunrise Vista is Canton, Ohio’s newest mental health treatment center. Call us today at 844.942.2970 if you are ready to meet the right therapist.

What is Behavioral Treatment?

The goal of a behavioral treatment program is to reduce behaviors and habits that are unhealthy and replace them with healthy behaviors. This program can be used to treat a variety of mental health disorders as well as addictions and bad habits. For example, someone with anger issues might have a pattern of hitting or breaking things when they become upset. One goal of behavioral treatment would be to replace the habit of causing physical damage with a healthier outlet for emotions. A therapist would work with this person to learn what triggers their angry outbursts and to replace the triggers with different behaviors. 

There are different branches of behavioral therapy. Some will be more effective in treating your particular disorder or negative behavior than others. Common forms of behavioral and mental health treatment programs include:

There is no one right way to seek treatment. Different forms of behavioral therapy will work better for you than others. One of the more well-known types of therapy is cognitive-behavioral therapy. This is a form of behavioral therapy that focuses on thought patterns and the way our thoughts influence our behaviors. Trauma-informed care can help those suffering from PTSD and other traumas, while dialectical behavior therapy treats mood disorders and self-harm. Modeling therapies can help those suffering from anxieties, stress, and phobias.

What Can Behavioral Therapy Treat?

This form of therapy gives you the ability to change unhealthy and destructive behaviors. Physical habits, behavioral problems, emotional distress, and mental health problems can all be treated by behavioral therapy. Some examples of the variety of issues include:

  • Depression and anxiety
  • Phobias 
  • Eating disorders
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Addiction and substance abuse

Who Can Benefit From Behavioral Treatment?

Even those who have tried and failed to change their old patterns of behavior can benefit from a behavioral health treatment program. When seeking out behavioral treatment, look for programs that address the issues you’re dealing with in your life. As we mentioned, behavioral therapy can be used to change any negative habit, however the severity of the disorder will determine the magnitude of the treatment recommended. For those who have severe trauma or disorders, a monitored in-patient behavioral treatment program may be the right choice. Inpatient psychiatric programs offer controlled environments where the patients can put all their focus and energy on healing, rather than the day-to-day minutiae of their regular lives. Gradually, clinicians will prepare the patient to return to their regular lives as they progress through their treatment plans.   

Sunrise Vista’s Behavioral Health Program

Sunrise Vista is one of the premier facilities for behavioral health programs in OH and nearby states. We offer an inpatient behavioral health treatment center, which allows you to leave behind the distractions and focus on your healing. We have a dual diagnosis treatment program available to treat adolescents, adults, and seniors dealing with mental health, trauma, and substance abuse problems. Our trained professionals provide 24/7 support to help you or your loved ones on the journey to mental health and recovery. Call Sunrise Vista at 844.942.2970 today for a confidential consultation and take control of your life.


sunrise vista health & wellness logo At Sunrise Vista, we are committed to helping you achieve health, wellness, and healing through behavioral treatment. At our state-of-the-art inpatient behavioral treatment center in Canton, Ohio, our inpatient and outpatient programs have been developed to have a profoundly positive impact on the broad range of unique behavioral needs of adolescent, adult, and senior populations.