When You’re Out of Resources, and Nowhere to Turn: Tips for Professionals

Upper level positions often come with expectations of responsibility, dutifulness, and in many (unfortunate) cases, perfectionism. Unwise business decisions are not let off the hook and can have significant implications for one’s overall success. This type of pressure and stress can take a great toll on one’s mental health, but with the expectation that a business executive, doctor, pilot, psychiatrist, etc., cannot have mental health concerns, it becomes harder than ever to seek help. The Harvard Business Review suggests creating an inclusive environment not only for your sake, but for your employees – by having regular discussions about mental illness, seeking help for yourself will only be deemed as admirable, not deplorable.

A common concern of many business professionals is being in a treatment environment with others who cannot possibly relate to their struggles – fortunately, time and a better understanding of this particular group’s needs has brought about professional treatment centers that cater to the direct needs of those in this population. A reputable treatment center offers the following:

•      An environment with other business professionals for complete understanding and peer support
•      Complete privacy with optimized comfort if in a residential program
•      Business centers to maintain productivity in work-related endeavors
•      Nutritious food catered to the room, to boost mental and physical energy and jumpstart healing and restoration
•      Therapeutic services such as massage therapy, acupuncture, and more to begin the recovery process
•      A healthcare team that truly understands the issues that today’s professionals are faced with and ways to better assist them

A professional’s treatment center may be an excellent fit for you if you’re currently experiencing signs of a mental illness or are struggling with substance abuse. The first step in seeking help is obtaining a diagnosis, and this is achieved by undergoing an evaluation. By engaging in a reputable treatment program, you are not only increasing your chances of developing tools towards better living, but you’re also gaining an entirely new network of individuals who care about your success for support.

U.S. News describes the vicious cycle of work pressure, peer pressure, job expectations and lack of effective coping skills as the common cause for professionals developing mental illness and/or substance abuse issues. If you’ve been struggling with either of these, make the decision today to reach out to your local professional treatment center for support.

For more information on our treatment programs and services for professionals, call us today: 855-422-4129.

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