Navigating Re-enactments in Treating Patients with Trauma, the SunCloud Health Approach
Land Mines and Booby Traps: Navigating Re-enactments in Treating Patients with Trauma, a Special Presentation By Dr. Kim Dennis, MD, and Marcia Nickow, Psyd, CADC, CGP When those institutions serve people with histories of abuse, many safeguards need to be in place in order to manage and detect re-enactments of abuse playing out between and among staff and patients. The responsibility we have as professionals is awesome.What is the integrative model at SunCloud Health? (FAQ)
Dr. Kim Dennis explains how we serve people who have fallen through the cracks in other treatment settings.What do we mean when we say we treat people holistically?
Eleanor Annan, MD at SunCloud Health describes what we mean when they say “we treat people holistically.”Do I have to hit bottom before asking for help?
Chris Stewart, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist addresses a few common addiction misconceptions regarding treatment and engagement while answering the question, do I have to hit bottom before asking for help?Why is an integrative care model the right path FAQ
Why is an integrative care model the right path for people with co-occurring, substance use, eating disorder and mood disorders? Dr. Kim Dennis explains why SunCloud is a great fit.How does SunCloud avoid reenacting and/or retraumatizing patients when treating trauma? (FAQ)
Dr. Kim Dennis explains how SunCloud Health embraces this major responsibility.We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
The SunCloud Health integrative treatment model explained by Dr. Kim Dennis. (FAQ)
Dr. Kim Dennis, Co-Founder and Medical Director at SunCloud Health, explains the benefits of SunCloud’s integrative treatment model to potential new patients and their families.How does SunCloud help patients overcome stigmas on mental health and addiction treatment? (FAQ)
Dr. Kim Dennis explains why there is no reason to be ashamed and how SunCloud helps patients and their families overcome stigmas on mental health and addiction treatment.In addiction, using is not a choice
Shale Marks, LCSW, CADC and Therapist at SunCloud Health explains in addiction, using is not a choice.I have been frustrated at other treatment settings, how is SunCloud Health different? (FAQ)
I was placed in a program “track” even though I had other things going on. How is SunCloud Health different? Kim Cimino, LMFT and Clinical Director, describes the SunCloud Health Patient Success Model.Outpatient professional looking to refer patients to an IOP? SunCloud Health is a good fit. (FAQ)
Kim Cimino, LMFT and Clinical Director, on our organizational growth.Does Dr. Kim Dennis see every patient in the program? (FAQ)
Kim Cimino, LMFT and Clinical Director, on the impact of Dr. Kim.We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
Do you feel like your pain is a curse sometimes? (FAQ)
Listen as Hannah Carra, LCSW, (former) Chicago Site Director and Group Therapist, describes how your pain may actually be a gift.I am afraid to get started. Can SunCloud Health help me overcome this fear? (FAQ) (FAQ)
Krista DeCeault, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, discusses how SunCloud Health’s approach helps patients overcome the fear of starting treatment.How does insurance work? Here’s an informative video on insurance premiums and deductibles. (FAQ)
Health-care costs can add up fast. Understanding how medical costs and insurance are related and structured may help you anticipate expenses and budget better for your health. Watch this video to find out how premiums and deductibles affect your coverage – and what you can do to lower your medical bills.Do you feel like your pain is a curse sometimes? (FAQ)
Listen as Hannah Carra, LCSW, (former) Chicago Site Director and Group Therapist, describes how your pain may actually be a gift.I am afraid to get started. Can SunCloud Health help me overcome this fear? (FAQ)
Krista DeCeault, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, discusses how SunCloud Health’s approach helps patients overcome the fear of starting treatment.I noticed some of the SunCloud Health staff is in recovery, how does that impact patient care? (FAQ)
Emily Long describes what integrative care is and why it’s a critical aspect of recovery for every patient at SunCloud Health.We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
How is SunCloud Health different from other treatment centers? (FAQ)
Emily Long describes the integrative approach practiced by SunCloud Health, and the healthy outcomes experienced by patients compared to other treatment centers.What is Sex & Love Addiction? How does it relate to other addictions? (FAQ)
SunCloud Health, Dr. Marcia Nickow, Psy.D., CADC, CGP discusses the origins of Sex & Love addictions and treatment options.What if I relapse during treatment? (FAQ/P1)
Emily Long describes the level of authenticity and care that patients can expect at SunCloud Health.How does SunCloud Health treat the whole person? (FAQ)
Dr. Marcia Nickow, Senior Clinical Adviser and therapist, explains.What does patient success look like at SunCloud Health? (FAQ)
ily Long shares her personal journey and reflects on the successes of others through the integrative treatment approach at SunCloud Health.In and out of treatment several times with little success? Why should you try SunCloud Health? (FAQ)
Emily Long discusses how patients benefit from an integrative treatment approach and how that contributes to a more effective treatment experience at SunCloud Health.We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
I feel hopeless, is there hope for my recovery? (FAQ)
Dr. Marcia Nickow on growth at SunCloud Health and life-long recovery.Addiction is not a choice, it is a disease FAQ
Chris Stewart, MD, Board Certified Psychiatrist, on common addiction misconceptions.Trauma work at SunCloud starts on Day 1
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health talks about why trauma work starts on Day 1 at SunCloud Health.What does trauma have to do with addiction? (FAQ)
Dr. Marcia Nickow on addiction recovery.Treating underlying trauma is critical when treating self destructive behaviors.
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health discusses the importance of understanding the impact of early traumas for recovery success.What if I relapse during treatment? (FAQ/P2)
SunCloud Health, Dr. Marcia Nickow, Psy.D., CADC, CGP, talks about finding treatment success after previous failed attempts.We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
Are these diseases curable, chronic or treatable. Answer, it depends!
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health, answers the question, “Are these diseases curable, chronic or treatable?” Answer, it depends!All foods fit model is not for everyone
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health discusses the “all foods fit model” and why it is not for everyone.Anorexia
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health, talks about Anorexia.Acuity level of patients tends to be higher when treating complex co occurring diseases as we do
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health, describes why the acuity level of patients tends to be higher when treating complex co-occurring diseases like we do at SunCloud Health.The difference between substance addiction and process addiction
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health discusses the difference between substance addiction and process addiction.Why participate in group therapy? (FAQ)
Dr. Marcia Nickow, answers the question; is group therapy the right choice for me?We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
People with addiction or eating disorder, their behavior is their solution, not their problem.
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health, discusses, for people with addiction or an eating disorder, their behavior is their solution, not their problem.Food Addiction: why are some foods are addictive to some people and not others?
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health discussed Food Addiction and why some foods are addictive to some people and not others.An interesting fact about anorexia and the correlation between body weight and the brain.
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health describers an interesting medical fact about anorexia and the correlation between body weight and the brain.Using 12 step recovery when treating eating disorders and how to find the right meeting?
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health describes using 12 step recovery when treating eating disorders and a summary of how to find the right meeting.The definition of abstinence by a SunCloud Health patient.
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health, discusses the definition of abstinence by a SunCloud Health patient. Deprivation is not a part of this.What does SunCloud Health mean when we use the word spiritual?
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health answers the question, what does SunCloud Health mean when we use the word spiritual?We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
Why does SunCloud’s treatment model place a lot of emphasis on process groups?
Dr. Marcia Nickow, PSY.D., CADC, CGP, Organizational and Senior Clinical Adviser at SunCloud Health, discusses why SunCloud’s treatment model places a lot of emphasis on process groups?Is SunCloud Health a good fit for you? Check out our admission process to learn more.
Is SunCloud Health a good fit for you? Check out our admission process to learn more.A common misconception with anorexia is that people are in control
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health describes a common misconception with anorexia is that people are in control. In fact they are not a common characteristic is loss of control.What does “co-occurring disorder” mean, how does an integrative model improve patient success? (FAQ)
Kim Cimino, LMFT and Clinical Director, discusses the importance of treating co-occurring disorders.What do you say when people ask, is SunCloud Health a 12-step program?
Dr. Km Dennis, SunCloud Health, answers the question, is SunCloud Health a 12-step program?What is the difference between an abstinence based program and a harm reduction based program?
Dr. Kim Dennis, SunCloud Health, explains the difference between an abstinence based and harm reduction based program.We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
What is the difference between addiction and substance use?
Dr. Kim Dennis, SunCloud Health, explains the difference between addiction and substance use.Tell us why SunCloud Health is opening a residential treatment center?
Dr. Kim Dennis, SunCloud Health, tells us why SunCloud Health is opening up a residential treatment center.What is the role of the Brain Reward in eating disorders and addiction?
Dr. Kim Dennis, SunCloud Health hosts an in-depth discussion on the role of the brain reward in eating disorders and addiction.What does “co-occurring disorder” mean, how does an integrative model improve patient success? (FAQ)
Kim Cimino, LMFT and Clinical Director, discusses the importance of treating co-occurring disorders.SunCloud Health has created a sacred healing space which requires some commitments.
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health explains why SunCloud Health has created a sacred healing space which requires some commitments.What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT?
Joann Wright, Ph D , Naperville Site Director and Director of Adolescent Programming at SunCloud Health explains Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
What qualities does it take to work at SunCloud Health?
David Newton, Director of Operations and Co-founder, discusses the qualities it takes to work at SunCloud Health?An example of one of the commitments we ask patients to make at admission, and why.
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health provides an example of one of the commitments we ask patients to make at admission, and why.An example of why SunCloud Health not be the ideal fit for every patient.
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health provides an example of why SCH not be the ideal fit for every patient.If you want to work on your trauma…
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health explains the challenges and expectations that come with working on your trauma.Integrated treatment is hard for us and our patients but at SunCloud Health it pays off.
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health tells us why integrated treatment is hard for us and our patients but at SunCloud Health it pays off.Why do we ask our patients to be abstinent when at SCH?
Dr. Kimberly Dennis, MD, Medical Director, CEO and Co-founder at SunCloud Health, answers the question, why do we ask our patients to be abstinent when at SunCloud Health?We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
What makes SunCloud Health a unique treatment center?
Michelle Duda, MS, LCPC, CADC, Director of Outpatient Treatment Center, Chicago (Lincoln Park) on what makes SunCloud Health a unique treatment center.What are the benefits of an integrative approach?
Dr. Nicole Bishop, Psychologist and Clinical Director on the benefits of an the SunCloud Health integrative approach.Dr. Nicole Bishop, Psychologist and Clinical Director on the benefits of an the SunCloud Health integrative approach.
Dr. Nicole Bishop, Psychologist and Clinical Director on the benefits of an the SunCloud Health integrative approach.Dr. Nicole Bishop, Psychologist and Clinical Director on what it is like working for Dr. Kim.
Dr. Nicole Bishop, Psychologist and Clinical Director on what it is like working for Dr. Kim.Treating co-occurring disorders and the reason SunCloud Health exists.
Kimberly Dennis, MD, CEDS, on treating co-occurring disorders and the reason SunCloud Health exists. Eat, Drink and Be Merry (2.0) webinar; treating co-occurring eating disorders and addictions.Dr. Kim describes treating the 65% of people who may not fully recover from their chronic disease.
Dr. Kim on treating the 65% of people who may not fully recover from their chronic disease. Eat, Drink and Be Merry (2.0) webinar; treating co-occurring eating disorders and addictions.We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
What is it like to be a doctor at SCH Why do doctors want to work here?
Dr. Alexander Chevalier explains how SunCloud Health is a great provider to work for as a physician and how it differs from other treatment providers.What kind of patient would be a good fit for SunCloud Health
Dr. Alexander Chevalier, Medical Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at SunCloud Health, explains the type of patient we see at SunCloud.What questions parents should ask a treatment provider
Dr. Alexander Chevalier, Medical Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at SunCloud Health, details the questions parents should be asking when looking for a treatment provider.Kimberly Dennis, MD, CEDS, describes how addiction is not a substance specific phenomenon.
Kimberly Dennis, MD, CEDS, describes how addiction is not a substance specific phenomenon. Eat, Drink and Be Merry (2.0) webinar; treating co-occurring eating disorders and addictions.Kimberly Dennis, MD, CEDS, describes how our patients do not fit nicely into one treatment box.
Kimberly Dennis, MD, CEDS, describes how our patients do not fit nicely into one treatment box. Eat, Drink and Be Merry (2.0) webinar; treating co-occurring eating disorders and addictions.What to look for in treatment for your child
Dr. Alexander Chevalier, Medical Director, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at SunCloud Health, gives parents helpful advice on what to look for when considering treatment centers their child.We are here for you.
One of the nations most trusted names in treating substance use addictions, eating disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and related traumas.
As a parent, how do I broach these topics with my child?
Alexander Chevalier, MD, gives advice on how a parent can approach their teenager when in crisis, and how to get them the appropriate help.How do we justify higher levels of care?
Alexander Chevalier, MD, explains the positive outcomes patients see after completing treatment.The intentionally thorough SCH initial evaluation process
Alexander Chevalier, MD, provides an overview of the initial evaluation and assessment a patient goes through when starting treatment at SunCloud Health.Does it make sense to pull my kid out of school for treatment?
Alexander Chevalier, MD, provides an overview of the initial evaluation and assessment a patient goes through when starting treatment at SunCloud Health.Explaining SunCloud’s Integrated Model Why is an integrated treatment model essential to successfully treating patients?
Dr. Kim Dennis, Co-Founder and Medical Director at SunCloud Health, discusses the vital role the integrated model (that she is pioneering at SunCloud Health) plays in the success of treating patients with co-occurring disorders and underlying trauma. How does SunCloud create an authentic culture of patient support?
