Specialty Tracks
ETHOS Treatment constantly strives to stay in tune with the needs of its community. As needs are identified, the organization selects a clinician who is an expert in that specialty area. The clinician takes the lead in developing a tailored program.
Specialty tracks are focused therapy groups within the intensive outpatient program that bring together people with shared needs or recovery goals. These clinician-led groups provide targeted behavioral health support while maintaining individualized care plans.
Expert clinicians may incorporate evidence-based approaches such as DBT therapy (dialectical behavior therapy) and other therapeutic modalities. These approaches are based on each track’s specific focus and participant needs.
To learn more about a current track, click the track name. To inquire about a future track that is in development, contact ETHOS Treatment for the most current information.
What Are Current
Specialty Tracks?
The following specialty tracks address specific mental health and substance use concerns:
- Cancer Survivors: Addresses the unique emotional and psychological challenges faced by cancer survivors, including anxiety, depression, and adjusting to life after treatment.
- Gambling Disorder: Focuses on behavioral health approaches to gambling addiction, addressing compulsive behaviors and developing healthy coping strategies.
- Men in Recovery: Supports men in addressing trauma, substance use, and relationship patterns, including work on boundaries and support networks.
- Primary Alcohol Group: Designed for individuals whose primary concern is alcohol use, focusing on relapse prevention and sustainable recovery strategies.
- Veterans and First Responders: Provides trauma-informed care and practical coping skills for those who have served in military or first responder roles.
- Women in Recovery: Addresses trauma, relationships, boundaries, and support systems specific to women’s recovery experiences.
How Do Specialty Tracks
Support Recovery?
Specialty tracks provide targeted interventions for specific populations and conditions. Each track combines evidence-based therapeutic approaches with peer support elements. The small group format allows for personalized attention while fostering connection with others facing similar challenges.
Group therapy can be as effective as individual therapy for many conditions. The specialty track model enhances this effectiveness by focusing on shared experiences and specific skill development.
A specialty track may be a good fit if you:
- Benefit from shared-experience support with others facing similar challenges
- Want structured skill practice in a focused group setting
- Are balancing work, school, or family responsibilities while seeking treatment
- Prefer small group environments over larger general groups
- Have specific symptoms or stressors that align with a track’s theme
- Are looking for peer support alongside individual therapy
What Additional Specialty Track
Options Are Available?
Specialty track availability can vary by location and season. ETHOS can explore track options for concerns such as anxiety management and intrusive thoughts. Additional areas include rumination patterns, codependency issues, postpartum depression, and seasonal affective disorder, as clinically appropriate.
The organization encourages individuals to call for a confidential assessment. This assessment helps determine which track might be the best fit for specific needs and goals.
How Can Someone Access
Specialty Track Programs?
Accessing specialty tracks begins with a comprehensive assessment process. Clinical staff evaluate individual needs, symptoms, and treatment goals. This evaluation helps match participants with the most appropriate track for their situation.
The assessment process considers factors such as current mental health status and substance use history. It also examines personal preferences for group size and therapeutic approach. Family involvement and scheduling considerations are part of the evaluation.
Navigating mental health and substance abuse challenges can feel overwhelming, but specialized support is available. If a specialty track sounds like the right fit for you or someone you care about, the compassionate team at ETHOS Treatment is ready to help. Reach out today to discuss your needs in a confidential assessment and find the path to sustainable recovery through specialized track programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Specialty tracks are focused therapy groups within IOP that support people with shared needs or recovery goals. They add targeted skills and peer support while keeping overall treatment plans individualized.
The best track fit depends on your symptoms, goals, and schedule. A confidential assessment helps the clinical team recommend a track that matches an individual’s needs, whether that’s recovery-focused support, trauma-informed care, or anxiety management skills.
DBT therapy (dialectical behavior therapy) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. Clinicians may use DBT-informed approaches when intense emotions, impulsivity, or relationship stress are part of the recovery picture.
Intrusive thoughts are unwanted thoughts or images that feel distressing or “stuck.” Professional support can help if they cause significant anxiety, lead to compulsions or avoidance, or interfere with daily functioning.
Specialty tracks can support anxiety management by teaching coping skills like grounding techniques, cognitive restructuring, and emotion regulation while addressing any co-occurring substance use concerns.
ARFID stands for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, an eating disorder involving restricted food intake. When eating disorders, ARFID, or body dysmorphia are primary concerns, ETHOS Treatment helps coordinate specialized assessment and appropriate referrals while supporting co-occurring mental health needs.
MD, Alex Moxam is a graduate of Sidney Kimmel Medical College and completed his adult psychiatry residency at the University of Pennsylvania. Subsequently, he pursued a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania.
Using a holistic approach and emphasizing shared decision-making, Dr. Moxam engages with clients to initiate and optimize medication regimens. His goal is to decrease problematic symptoms and enhance the overall quality of life for those under his care. Dr. Moxam’s expertise spans both adult and child psychiatry, reflecting his commitment to providing personalized and effective care.
