Palm Desert, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/20/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, is sponsoring the upcoming 2016 Palm Springs Pride Festival, taking place on Saturday, Nov. 5, and Sunday, Nov. 6. During the Pride Festival, a two-day annual event with the largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) gathering in the Coachella Valley, representatives from Sovereign Health will be on hand to exhibit and provide information about behavioral health treatment services Sovereign offers.

Downtown Palm Springs will serve as the gathering spot for friends, family and visitors from around the world to celebrate the diversity and unity of the community. The festival includes music stages, cutting-edge DJ stages, dancing in the streets, food vendors, exhibitors and nonprofit organizations. The festival is a free community event held on Palm Canyon Drive between Amado and Baristo Road, and on Arenas Road and Tahquitz Canyon Way from South Calle Encilia to Balardo. Palm Canyon Drive will be closed to traffic and transformed into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly Pride Festival unique to Southern California.

Sovereign Health operates nine treatment facilities in five states: California, Arizona, Florida, Texas and Utah. The facilities are fully licensed and have been awarded Gold Seal accreditation by The Joint Commission, the highest level of accreditation available in the behavioral health field. In a television interview, Sovereign Health's Chief Clinical Officer, Anthony J. Mele, Psy.D., highlights Sovereign Health of Palm Desert's new Personal Recovery Integrating Men's Experiences (P.R.I.M.E.) program. This new program has been developed to provide a supportive and safe recovery environment designed to meet the specific issues facing men over the age of 40. The P.R.I.M.E program, which provides treatment for behavioral health and addiction disorders, creates a healing community that fosters recovery and promotes the transition to a sober lifestyle.

Barbara Poma, owner of the Pulse nightclub, and two survivors of the tragedy in Orlando, Florida, will be special guests in the Greater Palm Springs Pride Festival. In response to the shooting at the Pulse nightclub last June, Sovereign Health announced the launch of the Orlando Hotline to provide support to survivors, victims' families and loved ones, and residents of the Orlando area who were struggling with the repercussions of the deadliest mass shooting in United States history.

Palm Springs has one of the highest concentrations of same-sex couples of any community in the United States. Palm Springs has the fifth-highest percentage of same-sex households in the nation. Palm Springs is host to the Greater Palm Springs Pride Celebration.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. Sovereign's treatment facilities are licensed to provide both addiction/dual diagnosis treatment and mental health treatment for conditions such as trauma, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Sovereign also offers treatment for patients who have chronic pain, eating disorders and cognitive deficits. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/11/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, has launched a new Pain Program at its San Clemente treatment center, designed to assist individuals whose pain has led to an addiction to prescription and/or illegal drugs. Sovereign's integrative approach to pain management focuses on the biological, social, environmental and personality variables that trigger pain. Sovereign's mission is to reduce patients' primary reliance on addictive medication and to enhance their nonpharmacological pain management.

"Many individuals suffering from chronic pain are forced to take excessive medication to cope with their pain. As a result of their suffering, they may isolate from loved ones, experience unpleasant changes in mood, sleep and appetite," says Roxana Lal, Associate Program Director, Special Programs. "Sovereign Health is not a Pain Management Program; rather, it's a Pain Recovery Program, where we'll help patients unlearn poor habits and replace them with taking medications as prescribed and developing healthy coping habits. My ultimate goal is to have patients learn to live a healthier life with the injuries they have."

Approximately 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, defined as pain that lasts longer than six months. Chronic pain can be mild or excruciating, episodic or continuous, merely inconvenient or totally incapacitating. With chronic pain, pain signals remain active in the nervous system for months or even years. This can take both a physical and emotional toll on a person.

To be eligible for admission to the Pain Program, patients need to be 18 years of age or older and cannot be managed on an outpatient basis. For patients needing treatment from chemical dependency, Sovereign Health offers the following levels of care: detox, residential treatment center (RTC), partial hospitalization program (PHP) or intensive outpatient program (IOP). During detox, the patient's medical treatment is supervised by a Sovereign prescribing addiction psychiatrist who helps to safely wean the patient off addictive substances. A licensed residence provides social-model detox to prepare patients for their entry into the next phase of treatment. During RTC, PHP and IOP, patients continue to receive 24-hour assistance with daily living skills and medication management, and monitoring to prevent self-harm and suicide. Patients receive two hours of individual therapy and one hour of case management per week. Patients also have the opportunity to meet with an alcohol and other drug counselor throughout the week, but will have to participate in different group therapies.

Sovereign Health's Pain Program is dedicated to ending the patient's medication dependency. To accomplish this goal, the treatment team focuses on the whole person and his or her individual needs. The program's staff will help patients work on lowering pain levels; improving the quality of life; identifying the negative emotions that reinforce pain; re-establishing meaning, purpose and social relationships; decreasing dependency on medical professionals; and refocusing energies on functioning rather than limitations.

Common sources of pain include headaches, joint inflammation, injury and backaches. Other forms of pain include tendinitis, sinusitis, carpal tunnel syndrome and aches affecting specific parts of the body, such as the shoulders, pelvis and neck. Generalized muscle or nerve pain can also develop into a chronic condition. Chronic pain may originate with an initial trauma, injury or infection, or there may be an ongoing cause of pain. Some people suffer chronic pain in the absence of any past injury or evidence of body damage.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. Sovereign's treatment facilities are licensed to provide both addiction/dual diagnosis treatment and mental health treatment for conditions such as trauma, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Sovereign also offers treatment for patients who have chronic pain, eating disorders and cognitive deficits. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

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Palm Desert, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/04/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, is proud to welcome comedian Richard Weiss to Sovereign Health of Palm Desert's Intensive Family Program (IFP) weekend on Oct. 15. Weiss will be on hand to entertain patients and their families at the IFP, a monthly event that allows Sovereign patients to spend quality time with their families during their treatment. During the event, Weiss will give a much-anticipated performance that will focus on the recovery experience, insight and motivation. A standup comedy show can lift a person's mood, give the individual a more balanced perspective and help defuse rage.

"Richard Weiss is a world-class, sought-after comedian who has graciously agreed to donate his time and talents to perform for us," said Carmella Bailey, Manager of the Intensive Family Program at Sovereign Health. "They say laughter is the best medicine and Mr. Weiss is a master at drawing from his own experience in recovery to help, through laughter, those struggling with their own addictions or mental health challenges."

Richard Weiss, best standup winner at The Coachella Valley Comedy Festival, is a popular comedian, comic strip publisher and Coachella Valley resident, and is also a writer of the top-rated humor book, Weiss Cracks. He shares his pilgrimage from shame and pain, to joy, love and laughter through his comedic performances nationally.

"I'm in recovery myself, and I've been clean and sober for 11 years," says Weiss. "I found an audience I can relate to and we share a mutual bond. It helps when we laugh. I feel that it's good to laugh at ourselves in recovery; it's a way of letting out some of the hurt we've built up. Also, it's a way to have fun in a difficult time in our lives."

The mission of the IFP, which first launched in 2014 at Sovereign's San Clemente facility, is to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. The program educates families about the conditions affecting their loved ones who are in treatment. Sovereign Health's staff provides each family with the knowledge, skills and support to learn about the patient's specific diagnosis.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. Sovereign's treatment facilities are licensed to provide both addiction/dual diagnosis treatment and mental health treatment for conditions such as trauma, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Sovereign also offers treatment for patients who have chronic pain, eating disorders and cognitive deficits. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

Media Contact:
Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/29/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, is proud to announce that Monica Powers, Psy.D., Director of Clinical Development and Training at Sovereign Health, will give a presentation, "A Portrait of Resilience," at a continuing education (C.E.) event on Oct. 12, 2016, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. PDT at 1211 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente, CA 92673. To RSVP for this event, click here or call 949-304-3362.

In reference to persons dealing with traumatic experiences and recovery, it is often confounding how some people are able to recover, while others struggle and drown in it. This presentation by Dr. Powers explores the common attributes that are associated with resilient people and discusses survivors of trauma and the difficulties the patient population often faces. The presentation will also provide examples of what skills can increase resilience in people across different circumstances.

"The focus of resilience especially in mental health is important," says Dr. Powers. "Our ability to course correct and recover is the cornerstone of the work we do, and helping others to build resilience results in a decrease in relapse behaviors, especially in times of struggle. It's an important lesson for clinicians to pass on to patients and embody themselves."

Dr. Powers is a Los Angeles native who completed her doctorate at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Prior to obtaining her doctorate, she worked in executive relations with a major financial institution where she learned the art of listening. She has been with Sovereign Health where she has served in a multitude of roles for almost three years.

Sovereign Health's continuing education courses meet the qualifications for C.E. credits required by the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC), formerly known as the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors. There is no cost to attend this program and earn one free C.E. credit. Lunch will be provided.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. Sovereign's treatment facilities are licensed to provide both addiction/dual diagnosis treatment and mental health treatment for conditions such as trauma, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Sovereign also offers treatment for patients who have chronic pain, eating disorders and cognitive deficits. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

Media Contact:
Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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Palm Desert, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/23/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, has announced the opening of a new restaurant near its Palm Desert facility. The restaurant, named Sovereign, opened on Aug. 22, 2016, and is located on 69-640 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, California, 92270. Sovereign Restaurant will feature American, Italian, Mexican and Asian cuisines by Head Chef, Paul Faulkner. The restaurant was conceived by Dr. Tonmoy Sharma, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sovereign Health, after recognizing the need for an elevated dining experience for patients and Sovereign staff. Sovereign Restaurant will also be used to serve as a place to host weekend activities, including karaoke, billiards, dances, talent shows, continuing education events and Intensive Family Program events.

"Our CEO, Dr. Tonmoy Sharma, had the brilliant idea for Sovereign Health to open a restaurant to serve our patients and staff in a safe, healing environment," says Leonard Kienzle, Operations Manager for Sovereign Health of Palm Desert. "All these months later, I'm proud to see that vision become a reality."

The 300-plus seat restaurant is open for lunch and dinner with a salad bar as well as a fresh juice bar. Nestled in the rocky hills of Rancho Mirage, the open beams and high ceilings give the restaurant a country ambiance.

"Having the chance to be a part of this opportunity with Sovereign Health has been an exciting and growing experience," says Head Chef Paul Faulkner. "This being the first restaurant for Sovereign will be a unique and rewarding experience for both the patients and staff. The menu at Sovereign Restaurant will be very healthy and favorable to the palate. I'm excited to present the diners with such a wide variety of choices."

Faulkner went to culinary arts school in Indianapolis, Indiana, and has over 30 years of experience in the food industry. From working in the kitchen to the front of the house, he decided to take his knowledge to the health care field and become a dietary manager. Over three years ago, Faulkner moved to the Palm Desert region; now he is the Head Chef and manages Sovereign Health's first restaurant.

Located at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Sovereign Health of Palm Desert provides an idyllic environment conducive to mental health, addiction and dual diagnosis treatment. In addition to Sovereign's evidence-based approach to treatment utilizing licensed therapists applying a broad range of treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, Sovereign Health of Palm Desert offers the Personal Recovery Integrating Men's Experiences (P.R.I.M.E.) program – a program focusing on the psychosocial, spiritual and physical health issues facing mature men over the age of 40 who also struggle with addiction and mental health disorders. In addition, patients will have the option to participate in yoga classes, hiking, equine therapy and bowling, and a 24/7 crisis intervention is always available.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. Sovereign's treatment facilities are licensed to provide both addiction/dual diagnosis treatment and mental health treatment for conditions such as trauma, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Sovereign also offers treatment for patients who have chronic pain, eating disorders and cognitive deficits. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

Media Contact:
Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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Palm Desert, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/22/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, has announced it will host a new job fair in Palm Desert, Calif., near Sovereign Health's Palm Desert facility. The event will be held on Saturday, October 8th, 2016, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Indian Wells Country Club, 46000 Club Drive, Indian Wells, CA 92210. For questions, please contact Megan Jones at 949.276.3222 ext. 1562 or via email. Coffee, iced tea and light snacks will be provided. Parking is free.

During the job fair, applicants will have the opportunity to meet with the hiring managers of Sovereign Health of Palm Desert's clinical, operations and administration teams. Positions include: clinicians, counselors, case managers, clinical coordinators, licensed vocational nurses, certified nursing assistants, program director, operations manager, house managers, drivers, maintenance technicians, kitchen managers, kitchen staff, administrative assistants and receptionist.

Sovereign Health currently operates nine treatment facilities in five states: California, Arizona, Florida, Texas and Utah.  Each facility is fully licensed in accordance with the regulations of the state where the facility is located. Sovereign Health's facilities have been awarded Gold Seal accreditation by the Joint Commission, the highest level of accreditation available in the behavioral health field.

In addition, for the third consecutive year, Sovereign Health has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's list of America's fastest-growing private companies. Sovereign is ranked at #535 on the 2016 list, placing the company in the top 11% of all companies on the list with a three-year sales growth rate of 721%.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. Sovereign's treatment facilities are licensed to provide both addiction/dual diagnosis treatment and mental health treatment, such as trauma, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Sovereign also offers treatment for patients who have chronic pain, eating disorders and cognitive deficits. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com. 

Media Contact:
Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/21/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, is a strong supporter of mental health advocacy and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). On Oct. 1, 2016, Sovereign Health will join forces with NAMI with two teams participating in the annual 5K NAMIWalks, one in Los Angeles, California, and one in Orange County, California. Registration is free for both NAMIWalk events.

NAMIWalks is an event designed to raise awareness as well as resources to change public perception about those with mental illnesses while encouraging individuals with mental illness to pursue treatment.

Registration for Los Angeles NAMIWalks opens at 8:30 a.m., and the walk begins at 10:00 a.m. PST at Grand Park. Click here for more information or to join Sovereign Health's Los Angeles team. Registration for Orange County NAMIWalks opens at 9 a.m. and the walk begins at 10:30 a.m. PST. Click here for more information or to join Sovereign Health's Orange County team.

"We are very excited to hold our 13th annual NAMIWalk here in Los Angeles County," says Shelley Hoffman, NAMIWalks Manager of Los Angeles County. "The theme is 'Lights, Camera, Action on Mental Health!' and we aim to shine the light on mental health, focus the camera on our stories to reduce stigma and take action to make the lives of people impacted by mental health better." Amy Durham, Development Manager of NAMI Orange County and lead organizer of NAMIWalks Orange County, adds, "This walk achieves three goals: camaraderie, support and advocacy. We care passionately about reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness, connecting our community to much needed services and providing a fun-filled day for everyone."

NAMI started in 1979 and grew into a large grassroots organization seeking to assist the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI not only works to assist mental health patients, but also acts as a resource for their loved ones. The organization seeks to benefit the public in four major ways: the helpline, advocacy, education and leadership.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. Sovereign's treatment facilities are licensed to provide both addiction/dual diagnosis treatment and mental health treatment for conditions such as trauma, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Sovereign also offers treatment for patients who have chronic pain, eating disorders and cognitive deficits. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

Media Contact:
Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/15/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, has launched a new evening Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at its San Clemente facility. The evening IOP, which provides treatment for adults dealing with substance use disorders, takes place from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. PDT, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The program runs from four to eight weeks and has been developed to accommodate patients who are unable to receive treatment during the day due to scheduling conflicts, including work schedules. The evening IOP is designed to provide a supportive and solution-oriented intervention tailored to each individual. Treatment intensity, focus and length will be based on the patients' needs.

"This program is for the working professional, and we set goals that are attainable and realistic," said Roxana Lal, Associate Program Director – Special Programs of Sovereign Health of San Clemente. "We understand that people can be busy with other obligations, for example work or school, and that's why we've created the evening IOP. We want to help these professionals who are struggling with substance use disorders, but need to continue working or attending school while they receive treatment."

In the new evening IOP, patients are required to attend a minimum of nine hours of counseling per week. In addition, the program will consist of any combination of group, individual or family counseling, which will include addiction education and relapse prevention. All patients will work with their designated individual therapist and counselor to develop a treatment plan, as well as a continuing care plan, following their discharge.

Group topics will be patient-driven as opposed to program-driven and tailored to address the specific recovery needs of each group. Patients will receive complete case management services designed to specifically address his or her personal needs, which will also include psychological testing or a psychiatric evaluation, and a physician will be available to provide medical and clinical consultation.

The overall goal of the program is to provide a safe, therapeutic environment that encourages and promotes recovery. The program is abstinence-based and appropriate for individuals for whom abstaining appears warranted. Sovereign Health attempts to support and foster healthy, responsible changes in behavior that can lead to healthier lives for the patient, their families and those in the community.

Education and family involvement will be key components of the evening IOP. The support generated by the participation of family and significant others often plays a critical role in the success of a patient's recovery. Educating the family about addiction and recovery is usually helpful in the success of a patient's recovery process. That is why Sovereign Health strongly encourages family involvement in the assessment and treatment process and will integrate it as a required part of treatment.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. Sovereign's treatment facilities are licensed to provide both addiction/dual diagnosis treatment and mental health treatment, such as trauma, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Sovereign also offers treatment for patients who have chronic pain, eating disorders and cognitive deficits. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

Media Contact:
Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/09/2016 -- Sovereign Health, a leading national provider of behavioral health treatment services, is pleased to announce a new Q&A feature that's now live on www.sovhealth.com: "Interview: Compassionate clinicians offer hope at Sovereign Health of Los Angeles' Addiction Treatment Program." The interview focuses on the addiction treatment program offered at Sovereign Health of Los Angeles. Donna Hugh, LMFT, CIP, Sovereign Health of Los Angeles' Program Director, discusses the biggest challenges in the treatment of addiction in promotion of Sovereign Health's new partnership with the University of Southern California Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

This Q&A focuses on addiction treatment and discusses timely topics about the misuse of prescription drugs among younger people. Fortunately, drug and alcohol abuse and addiction are treatable conditions that can be successfully managed with evidence-based treatments, education and compassionate care. Providing education on the disease model of addiction can help to reduce the stigmatization of substance use disorders.

"The most profound challenges in treating addicted patients are overcoming the stigma of addiction and shame, and fully understanding the disease model," says Hugh. "It is critical that there is clear and honest communication telling young people the ugly truth about addiction and the consequences of using. Recreational prescription drug use frequently ends in overdose and death."

The new alliance with USC allows Sovereign the opportunity to expand its footprint to a wider audience and bring additional awareness about the mental health and addiction treatment services it provides to patients. By joining forces with USC, Sovereign Health will reach a new audience with a mix of multimedia channels, including ESPN radio spots, billboard advertising, digital marketing products, and VIP season tickets to football games.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities. For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

Media Contact:

Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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Palm Desert, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/24/2016 -- Sovereign Health of Palm Desert is pleased to announce a new Q&A article that's now live on www.sovhealth.com: "Interview: Personal Recovery Integrating Men's Experiences (P.R.I.M.E.) program for men over 40." The P.R.I.M.E program, which provides treatment for behavioral health and addiction disorders, creates a healing community that fosters recovery and promotes the transition to a sober lifestyle. The Q&A article covers a wide range of important topics relating to the P.R.I.M.E. program, including emotional, psychological and physical issues that are different from any other age. Read more about the P.R.I.M.E. program by clicking here.

Helen Kienzle, Ph.D., Sovereign Health of Palm Desert's Program Director, and Mary Berst, Ph.D., Sovereign Health of Palm Desert's Associate Program Director, address the issues specific to men in their 40s, 50s and 60s, in this in-depth Q&A discussion.

"Dr. Berst and I are grateful to have been a part of the development and implementation of the P.R.I.M.E. program," says Dr. Kienzle. "We both understand the value and need of serving such an important, experienced demographic and we look forward to helping this population lead recovered lives."

Anthony J. Mele, Psy.D., Sovereign Health's Chief Clinical Officer adds: "Our holistic P.R.I.M.E. program focuses on the psycho-social, spiritual and physical health issues facing mature men in the prime of their lives. P.R.I.M.E. focuses on establishing new sober and supportive relationships, mending broken relationships, creating new employment opportunities and managing medical conditions. Our wellness approach promotes personal responsibility, accountability and a sustained healthy lifestyle."

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities.

For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.

Media Contact:                          
Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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Palm Desert, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/28/2016 -- Sovereign Health will soon open its doors to a new program at its Palm Desert facility. The Personal Recovery Integrating Men's Experiences (P.R.I.M.E.) program is being developed to provide a supportive and safe recovery environment designed to meet the specific issues facing men over the age of 40. The P.R.I.M.E program, which provides treatment for behavioral health and addiction disorders, creates a healing community that fosters recovery and promotes the transition to a sober lifestyle.

Sovereign Health of Palm Desert's Helen Kienzle, Ph.D., Program Director, and Mary Berst, Ph.D., Associate Program Director, developed this program for the Palm Desert community. "Dr. Berst and I are grateful to have been a part of the development and implementation of the P.R.I.M.E program," says Dr. Kienzle. "We both understand the value and need of serving such an important, experienced demographic and we look forward to helping this population lead recovered lives."

Anthony J. Mele, Psy.D., Sovereign Health's Chief Clinical Officer adds: "Our holistic P.R.I.M.E. program focuses on the psycho-social, spiritual, and physical health issues facing mature men in the prime of their lives. P.R.I.M.E. focuses on establishing new sober and supportive relationships, mending broken relationships, creating new employment opportunities and managing medical conditions. Our wellness approach promotes personal responsibility, accountability and a sustained healthy lifestyle."

The P.R.I.M.E. program offers patients individualized treatment plans and includes all levels of care, from detox through intensive outpatient treatments. The program incorporates a life-span treatment approach that is sensitive to the issues facing men in their 40s, 50s and 60s. Sovereign Health's goal is to help older men develop tools for a sustained recovery.

Dr. Mele is a licensed psychologist with 25 years of clinical and executive leadership experience in behavioral health care. His comprehensive clinical expertise includes the assessment and treatment of co-occurring mental health and addiction disorders in adolescents and adults, the use of telehealth to manage chronic medical conditions, and the development of non-pharmacologic interventions for individuals with cognitive impairment.

About Sovereign Health
Sovereign Health's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its facilities. For more information, visit www.sovhealth.com.  

Media Contact: Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager - 866-948-9688

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San Diego, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/28/2016 -- Sovereign Health announces the publication of a new article in Psychology Today profiling its new Gender Diversity and Transgender Identity service being offered at Sovereign Health's Rancho San Diego facility. The service, which was launched to meet the needs of the growing number of transgender youth, provides a safe and accepting treatment milieu for adolescents with a mental health or dual diagnosis who identify as gender diverse or transgender. The July/August edition of Psychology Today, on newsstands Tuesday, July 5, spotlights Sovereign Health of Rancho San Diego's Gender Diversity and Transgender Identity service that supports adolescents with nonconforming gender identity, while they receive treatment for primary substance abuse, dual diagnosis, eating disorder or mental health issues.

"Because of the extraordinarily high suicide rate among transgender youth, it is essential that we provide support for these adolescents and their families with affirming psychotherapeutic practices," says Marilee Maki Wasell, Ph.D., Sovereign Health of Rancho San Diego's Site Training Director. "Gender-diverse youth may experience shame and fear around their identities.  Affirming psychological interventions for the youth and their families are essential in mediating the potential of depression, suicide, self-harming behaviors or addiction."

Sovereign Health of Rancho San Diego's Gender Diversity and Transgender Identity service follows the guidelines for Transgender Affirmative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TA-CBT), which is targeted at depression and suicidality, and is founded on a trans-affirming perspective. TA-CBT retains the core components of cognitive behavioral therapy and focuses on three domains: psychoeducation, challenging transphobic negative self-beliefs and encouraging trans-affirming social connectedness. In addition, the multifaceted transgender service includes neurofeedback, individual, group and family psychotherapy sessions, and experiential treatments, such as yoga, music, art and equine therapy.

According to the National Center for Transgender Equality, transgender youths face challenges from their peers at school and at home. In addition, many transgender youths also face challenges from school officials who single out these youths by refusing to respect their gender identity and punish them for expressing that identity. A national survey by the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN), founded in 1990 to end discrimination, found that 75 percent of transgender youths feel unsafe at school. Moreover, the study found, that many of those who were able to persevere had significantly lower GPAs and were more likely to miss school out of concern for their safety, and were less likely to plan on continuing their education.

Dr. Wasell is a clinical psychologist and the Site Training Director at Sovereign Health of Rancho San Diego. She has over 10 years of licensed clinical experience. Her professional interests include: clinical supervision, ethics, trauma, severe mental illness, psychological assessment, LGBTQ and the psychological impact of social media.

About Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting-edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Texas and Utah. For more information, go to www.sovhealth.com.

Media contact: Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/16/2016 -- Sovereign Health of San Clemente is proud to announce the launch of Next Step, a new component of Sovereign Health's Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Next Step offers patients individualized plans that focus on academic and career motivation, providing resources to help them re-enter the workforce. Sovereign Health counselors help patients assess their educational and career goals, build their resumes, and provide interview preparation. In addition, patients engage in life skill groups and workshops.

"Many lose hope for the future after a life of addiction or mental health struggles," says Greg Young, Senior Director of Clinical Innovation at Sovereign Health Group. "Next Step provides the tools necessary for our patients to continue their aspirations beyond treatment and reintegrate back into the outside community. We are very excited to bring the next generation of visionary recovery services such as Next Step to our patients for their long-term success."

In addition to career development, the Next Step initiative also encourages patients to give back to the community. Sovereign Health of San Clemente has partnered with the San Clemente Watershed Task Force to support efforts to reduce pollutants in San Clemente beaches and participates in the "Adopt a Beach" cleanup program at North Beach and Linda Lane Beach.

"Next Step often emulates a life poem that I have adhered to for many years and the question it poses," says Jerry Ibarra, Program Coordinator at Sovereign Health of San Clemente. "'Dream Deferred,' by Langston Hughes, asks the question if dreams are not met by our own expectations then to what effect, negative or positive, will that lost dream have on us? For the patients reclaiming themselves in life, Next Step allows them to reclaim dreams, motivation and consider the next steps to get there."

Sovereign Health of San Clemente's IOP program helps patients create a stable environment by giving them structure and support, while they establish a solid foundation for recovery.

About The Sovereign Health Group
Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting-edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah and Texas.

For more information, go to www.sovhealth.com.

Media contact: Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/08/2016 -- Sovereign Health will host four continuing education (C.E.) events this month. These courses meet the qualifications for one hour of C.E. credit required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC), and are approved for one contact hour by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

June 9 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. PST – Clinical Usefulness of Neuropsychological Evaluations–– Sovereign Health of Los Angeles – Rochelle Medici, Ph.D., will be reviewing the purpose of neuropsychological assessment in clinical settings, which can be done for patients with traumatic brain injury, dementia, various neurological diseases, or developmental disabilities. These evaluations can also be useful when working with patients with substance abuse issues, identifying problems that contribute to a patient's dysfunction.  

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-304-3362.

June 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. PST – Addicted to Perfection: Helping Clients Let Go of Impossible Standards–– Sovereign Health of Palm Desert – Kelly Lewallen, L.M.F.T., will be speaking on binge eating disorder, a disorder that is characterized by frequent episodes of overeating and a perceived lack of control while doing so.  Binge eaters often feel anxious and/or depressed, and it is important to understand the causes of their disorder in order to best treat them, helping them to create healthy relationships with food, image, and themselves. 

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-304-3362.

June 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. PST – An Update on SMART Recovery –– Sovereign Health of Rancho San Diego – Tom Horvath, Ph.D., will discuss SMART Recovery, a self-empowered addiction recovery support group, which operates in over 20 countries.  Dr. Horvath will address the recent expanded list of recovery tools, new policies about addiction as a disease, medication use, and scientific studies on this method.  

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-304-3362.

June 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. PST – Introduction to Neurofeedback–– Center Club: 650 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 – In this presentation, Maria Spitz, Ph.D., Director of Clinical Neuroscience for Sovereign Health, will offer a workshop explaining the basic principles of Neurofeedback, a training of brain function that allows the brain to perform more effectively.  This introduction will further identify the implications of Neurofeedback Training in regards to behavioral health. 

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-324-3768.

About The Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Texas and Utah. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois. The Sovereign Health Group offers high-quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about the Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovcal.com.

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/27/2016 -- Sovereign Health of San Clemente now offers Nutritionally Assisted Detox (NAD) services for patients.  NAD therapy, a natural detoxification that does not consist of any addictive substances, decreases withdrawal symptoms by 50% or more.  In addition, NAD weans the body of dependency in a fraction of the time compared to conventional detoxification, and has been known to strengthen the immune system, reduce anxiety, and improve brain function. 

"With each passing day, my head's gotten a lot clearer and it's been interesting to observe the day-by-day progress," says Stephen, a former patient of the Nutritionally Assisted Detox program.  "Each day, I am more myself.  NAD is a natural process that replenishes and purifies your system."

"We are pleased to offer NAD, which is a natural way to detox that may result in decreased cravings, depression, and anxiety," says Joseph Raphael Dr.P.H., F.A.C.L.M., M.B.A., M.A., L.M.F.T., Director of Strategic Development at Sovereign Health of San Clemente. "Nutritionally Assisted Detox can improve a patient's energy and mental clarity, allowing the individual to better achieve their treatment goals."

For more information about Sovereign Health of San Clemente's NAD program, click HERE.  According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, nearly 24 million people in the U.S. are in need of treatment for a substance abuse-related issue.  Fewer than 3 million, however, are actually receiving the specialized treatment they need to overcome these addictions. 

About the Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Illinois and Pennsylvania. Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about the Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovcal.com.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/25/2016 -- Sovereign Health of Los Angeles is set to launch an innovative program at its facility. Rock to Recovery, a nonprofit organization headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, has partnered with Sovereign Health to offer patients a creative way to express their emotions through music. Founded in 2012, Rock to Recovery patients write and record songs with the organization's staff of professional musicians. The Rock to Recovery program is scheduled to open at Sovereign Health of Los Angeles in June 2016.

"For many people, creating music is a way of connecting with deeply held feelings that otherwise are difficult to face," says Anthony Mele, Psy.D., Sovereign Health Group's Chief Clinical Officer. "Our Rock to Recovery program provides a safe and supportive way for individuals in recovery to access and express feelings that otherwise remain hidden." Adds Gregory Young, L.M.F.T., Sovereign Health's Senior Director of Clinical Innovation, "Music is a universal language that crosses cultural boundaries and beliefs. We are very excited about the Rock to Recovery program and the alternative cathartic method it provides to help our patients heal." 

While undergoing treatment at Sovereign Health of Los Angeles, patients in the Rock to Recovery program will learn how to manage their stress through music, find new ways to express their feelings and learn techniques that serve to enhance memory function. Rock to Recovery is currently offered to patients at Sovereign Health's San Clemente, Ranch San Diego and Palm Desert facilities.

Rock to Recovery's founder, Wesley Geer, is excited about this new collaboration with Sovereign Health. "Our staff of professional musicians have all overcome issues with addiction. We're fortunate to be able to help those within our program turn tears into laughter and hopelessness into faith. We're extremely excited to join forces with the tremendous program at Sovereign Health."

Wesley Geer has been a professional musician as a guitarist, songwriter and producer for over 20 years. For more information on Wesley Geer and Rock to Recovery, click HERE.

About The Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting-edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Texas and Utah. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

For more information, go to www.sovhealth.com.

Media Contact: Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager: 866-948-9688

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/05/2016 -- Sovereign Health of San Clemente is pleased to announce it offers Nutritionally-Assisted Detox (NAD) services for patients.  NAD therapy utilizes an intravenous system, using a co-enzyme and a neurotransmitter to saturate the brain with nutrients at a cellular level.  The nutrients directly result in a significant decrease of withdrawal symptoms.  This type of detox is all natural, does not consist of any addictive substances, and has virtually no side effects.  This treatment can wean the body off its substance dependency in a fraction of the time necessary for more conventional detoxification processes. 

"We are pleased to be able to offer NAD, which is a natural way to detox that may result in decreased cravings, depression, and anxiety," says Joseph Raphael Dr.P.H., F.A.C.L.M., M.B.A., M.A., L.M.F.T., Director of Strategic Development at Sovereign Health of San Clemente. "Nutritionally-Assisted Detox can improve a patient's energy and mental clarity, allowing the individual to better achieve their treatment goals."

Dr. Raphael will be presenting later this month at the Sovereign Health of San Clemente main campus, offering a seminar to engage professionals and teach them about this treatment.  The lecture, Innovation Treatments: Understanding Nutritionally-Assisted Detox in Addiction, will be offered on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 from 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M.  This event will offer a networking opportunity, as well as address how NAD treatment works, optimal patients for this type of therapy, and why NAD is a beneficial treatment option for those in need of detox services.

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, nearly 24 million people in the U.S. are in need of treatment for a substance abuse-related issue.  Fewer than 3 million, however, are actually receiving the specialized treatment they need to overcome these addictions.

About the Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Illinois and Pennsylvania. Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about the Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovcal.com

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Palm Desert, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/27/2016 -- Sovereign Health of Palm Desert is pleased to announce Anthony J. Mele, Psy.D., Sovereign Health Group's Chief Clinical Officer, will give a special presentation at its Palm Desert facility. The event, which will take place on Thursday, May 5 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., is located at 39800 Portola Ave., Palm Desert, CA 92260. Dr. Mele's presentation, "Developing a Treatment Approach: Alcohol / Other Drug Addictions (AOD) and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD),"will explore the ways in which therapists can use their own hypothesis testing to work with challenging client presentations. During this complimentary dinner, guests will have the opportunity to network with leaders in the Palm Desert community.  To RSVP, contact Yvette Patterson at 949-392-3086 or click HERE.

"Successful outcomes for addiction recovery programs require an interdisciplinary and holistic approach," says Dr. Mele. "At Sovereign Health, our goal is to bring unparalleled treatment to our patients and their families. I'm thrilled for the opportunity to be a part of this networking event and discuss the ways in which Sovereign Health of Palm Desert is a valuable asset to the Palm Desert community."

Dr. Mele's presentation will educate attendees on how to identify the frequently cited theoretical models of addictive behavior; describe the overlap between AOD and BPD; and describe the clinical hypothesis underpinning of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). This course meets the qualifications for one hour of continuing education credit required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC), and is approved for one contact hour by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Dr. Mele is a licensed psychologist with nearly 25 years of executive leadership in behavioral healthcare. His wide range of clinical expertise includes the assessment and treatment of co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders in adolescents and adults.

About the Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois. The Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about the Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovcal.com.

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San Diego, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/26/2016 -- Sovereign Health of San Diego is set to host an open house in May, introducing the addition of the Eating Disorder Program to their facility.  The event, which will take place on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., will be open to the public.  The open house will include special presentations by Anthony Mele, Psy.D., Chief Clinical Officer; Janet Whitney, M.A., LMFT, Director of the San Clemente Eating Disorder Program; and Jade Recchia, RDN, Registered Dietician.  Lunch will be provided, as well opportunities to network and meet with the program staff. Guests will also be invited to tour the facility and eating disorder house. Please contact Jessica Wilson at 949-304-4186 for more information or to RSVP for this event.

"We are pleased to be able to offer treatment for eating disorders to young women at our facility," says Elizabeth Urquhart, Director of Operational Excellence for Sovereign Health of San Diego.  "When the body takes on this type of abuse, the repercussions can last a lifetime, in the form of organ damage and the body's ability to function on a normal level.  More and more, body image is becoming a problem with adolescent females, and services like ours can be utilized to teach them better appreciation for their bodies, self-love, and methods for becoming a healthier, happier individual."

The open house will be held at 2815 Steele Canyon Road, El Cajon, CA, 92019.  Sovereign Health of San Diego offers a comprehensive treatment program for addiction and mental health disorders for adolescents ages 12-17, as well as treatment for adolescent females with anorexia nervosa or bulimia.  Patients benefit from treatment through multiple modalities, including cognitive behavior therapy, dialectic behavior therapy, and psychodynamic therapy, under the controlled supervision of expert clinicians and staff.

According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, approximately 30 million Americans are dealing with some form of an eating disorder. 95% of those who have eating disorders are between the ages of 12 and 25.8. Moreover, eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness. 

About The Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah, and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovteens.com.

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/19/2016 -- The Sovereign Health Career Fair is still accepting reservations to the Orange County event taking place on Saturday, April 23, 2016. The career fair, which takes place from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., will be held at the Hotel Irvine.  Sovereign Health is looking to fill multiple positions, including project managers, patient advocates, legal assistants, sales consultants, inside sales representatives, clinical coordinators, and executive assistants. For a complete list of open positions, click HERE. Attendance is complimentary and the event is open to the public. For more information or to RSVP, contact Megan Jones at (949) 276-3222 ext. 1562. Walk-in appointments will also be accepted.

The Hotel Irvine is located at 17900 Jamboree Road; Irvine, CA 92614. Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet members of Sovereign Health's management team and onsite interviews will be conducted. Attendees are requested to bring copies of their resume and driver's license, as well as any professional licenses (if applicable).

Attendees will learn more about our fast-growing company, as noted in the Orange County Business Journal and Inc. 5,000. Sovereign Health of San Clemente is seeking dedicated candidates interested in working in the behavioral health and addiction treatment industry. Sovereign Health seeks to lead a paradigm shift in behavioral health by providing world-class, evidence-based treatment services designed to help men and women, adolescents and the elderly to address their issues, identify and enhance their strengths and to discover new possibilities for health, hope and happiness. 

About the Sovereign Health Group
Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. Sovereign Health facilities are accredited by the Joint Commission and dually licensed to treat mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis disorders. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah, and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois. Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit http://www.sovcal.com

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San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/13/2016 -- Sovereign Health of San Clemente introduces a new era in treating depression: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).  To launch this revolutionary treatment at the San Clemente facility, Sovereign Health will host a much-anticipated webinar on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PST. The webinar, which will provide one continuing education (C.E.) credit, will include a special presentation entitled, "A New Era in Treating Depression: Sovereign Health Introduces Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation," by Manish Sheth, M.D., Ph.D. To RSVP or for questions, contact Jessica Wilson at 949-324-3768 or click here.

"We are enthusiastic to be bringing Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment to our program at San Clemente," says Ash Bhatt, M.D., Chief Medical Officer at Sovereign Health. "This form of therapy allows for patients to achieve relief from symptoms of major depression, without many of the negative side effects often associated with oral medications. Whenever possible, it is ideal to be able to provide a patient with care that provides them optimal relief, especially when remission has not been attained using traditional pharmaceuticals. TMS has not only shown symptom reduction in the treatment of refractory major depression, but it is also showing promise in many other areas of physical and mental health."

TMS is a non-invasive breakthrough in depression treatment in which magnetic pulses are sent through neuropathways activating mood centers in the brain.  This innovative therapy offers new hope for treatment-resistant depression. FDA-approved in 2008, TMS clinical trials consistently indicate 50% remission outcomes, and as high as 75% response to treatment. During the webinar, attendees will learn more about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and how to identify a candidate for TMS.

Dr. Sheth is licensed and board certified, both in Psychiatry and in Addiction Medicine. He currently serves as the Co-Medical Director for the Trinity Medical Center Behavioral Health Unit, and has experience working with patients with depression, Bi-Polar Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and a range of various other conditions. 

This webinar is approved for one contact hour by the California Board of Registered Nursing and meets the qualifications for one C.E. credit, per the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC). 

About The Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah, and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois. Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about the Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovcal.com.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/07/2016 -- Sovereign Health will host five continuing education (C.E.) events this month in Southern California. These courses meet the qualifications for one hour of C.E. credit required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC), and are approved for one contact hour by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

April 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. PST - Making Anger Your Ally -- Sovereign Health of San Clemente - This training will feature Alyce LaViolette, M.S., MFT, focusing on styles of anger and their impact on perception. Anger management techniques will be described and preventive thinking will be discussed. Ms. LaViolette will also explore rage and anger and the power of choice.

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-304-4186.

April 14 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. PST - The Early Course of Schizophrenia: What Predicts Outcome and How Best to Intervene -- Sovereign Health of Los Angeles - Joseph Ventura, Ph.D., will be reviewing the positive and negative symptoms and cognitive deficits that can have an impact on functioning. Dr. Ventura will further delve into the evidence-based interventions that have been developed to promote recovery.

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-304-4186.

April 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. PST - Understanding Eating Disorders -- Sovereign Health of San Diego - Janet Whitney, MA, LMFT, will be hosting a presentation to educate and inform professionals about eating disorders; describe the symptoms and myths surrounding eating disorders; and describe the secretive nature of eating disorders. Ms. Whitney will also address the specifics of the programs at Sovereign, currently open at our San Clemente facility to adult women, and our new adolescent-focused program now open at our San Diego location.

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-304-4186.

April 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. PST - A New Era in Treating Depression: Sovereign Health Introduces Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation-- Available Online Only - Manish Sheth, M.D., Ph.D., will offer a lecture to inform professionals about Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS), which will be a new form of treatment offered at Sovereign Health. Dr. Sheth will educate on how to identify potential candidates for this type of procedure, and discuss its effectiveness based on clinical trials.

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-304-4186.

April 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. PST - Who's Zooming Who: Victims and Perpetrators of Domestic Violence-- Center Club: 650 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 - In this presentation, Alyce LaViolette, M.S., MFT, will offer a workshop focusing on the factors that keep people attached to abusive relationships. Attendees will be taught the dynamics of appropriate interventions to aid victims and learn about chronic apprehension and the precursors to the hostage syndrome.

To RSVP to this event, click here or call 949-324-3768.

About The Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois. The Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about the Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovcal.com.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/06/2016 -- Sovereign Health of San Clemente is set to host a networking luncheon on April 26, 2016.  The event will take place at the Center Club in Costa Mesa from 11:30 am-1:30 pm.  The luncheon will provide one continuing education (C.E.) credit and will include a special presentation entitled, Who's Zooming Who: Victims and Perpetrators of Domestic Violence, by Alyce LaViolette, M.S., MFT.  To RSVP or for questions, contact Adrienne Stratton at 949-324-3768 or click here.

"There is a tremendous overlap between substance abuse and domestic violence," says Ms. LaViolette.  "I do not believe that there is a way for people to abuse substances and not express at least emotional abuse towards those around them, creating a level of strain in those relationships."

LaViolette has been working with battered women for over 35 years, working at WomenShelter in Long Beach before transitioning into private practice.  She specializes in counseling related to anger management and domestic violence, while also offering couples counseling and serving as an expert witness for both criminal and family court systems.  This presentation will focus on the factors that keep people attached to abusive relationships, as well as discuss hostage syndrome and chronic apprehension.

This event is approved for one contact hour by the California Board of Registered Nursing and meets the qualifications for one C.E. credit, per the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC).

About The Sovereign Health Group
The Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah, and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois. Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about the Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit http://www.sovcal.com.

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Sovereign Health’s CEO will be on hand for a meet & greet with attendees

San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/05/2016 -- Tonmoy Sharma, Sovereign Health Group's CEO, will be onsite at this year's Innovations in Recovery conference. The event, which takes place in San Diego from April 4-7, will be held at the Hotel Del Coronado. Mr. Sharma will make his appearance at the conference on Wednesday, April 6, and will be available to network with attendees.

"I'm pleased to attend this year's Innovations in Recovery conference. This national event brings together some of the most influential leaders in the behavioral healthcare industry," says Mr. Sharma. "At Sovereign Health, our goal has always been to provide unparalleled treatment to our patients. As our organization continues to expand throughout the nation, it's critical that we not only have the best clinical leadership in place, but te also stay on the cutting edge of the latest innovations in the treatment industry."

The goal of the Innovations in Recovery conference is to profile the latest developments in the behavioral healthcare industry. The conference addresses critical elements in the treatment field, including ethics, community stigmatization, long-term care planning, new and alternative approaches to patient care, co-occurring disorders and specialty populations.

About Sovereign Health Group
Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health seeks to lead a paradigm shift in behavioral health by providing world-class services designed to help men and women, adolescents and the elderly to address their issues, identify and enhance their strengths and to discover new possibilities for health, hope and happiness.   Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. Sovereign Health facilities are accredited by the Joint Commission and dually licensed to treat mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis disorders. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah, and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois. Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovcal.com.

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Behavioral health treatment organization seeks to fill dozens of open positions

San Clemente, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/31/2016 -- Sovereign Health of San Clemente will host a new career fair on Saturday, April 23, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The Sovereign Health Career Fair, which will take place at the Hotel Irvine, is open to the public. Sovereign Health of San Clemente is seeking dedicated candidates interested in working in the behavioral health and addiction treatment industry. Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet with members of Sovereign Health's management team and learn more about our fast-growing company, as noted in the Orange County Business Journal and Inc. 5,000. Attendance is complimentary and refreshments will be served. For more information or to RSVP, contact Megan Jones at (949) 276-3222 ext. 1562.

Sovereign Health is looking to fill positions in several disciplines, including clinical, communications, finance, human resources, maintenance and operations. Job descriptions for open positions will be available for all attendees and onsite interviews will be conducted. The Hotel Irvine is located at 17900 Jamboree Road; Irvine, CA 92614. Attendees are requested to bring copies of their resume and driver's license, as well as any professional licenses (if applicable).

Sovereign Health Group seeks to lead a paradigm shift in behavioral health by providing world-class, evidence-based treatment services designed to help men and women, adolescents and the elderly to address their issues, identify and enhance their strengths and to discover new possibilities for health, hope and happiness. 

About the Sovereign Health Group
Sovereign Health Group's mission has been to provide a broad spectrum of high-quality behavioral health treatment services. Sovereign Health's treatment programs specialize in addressing underlying mental health conditions by utilizing innovative and cutting edge cognitive testing, rehabilitation and evidence-based treatment modalities. Sovereign Health facilities are accredited by the Joint Commission and dually licensed to treat mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis disorders. One factor that differentiates Sovereign from other treatment providers has been the company's ability to offer separate mental health and addiction or dual diagnosis treatment programs at its nine facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, Utah, and Texas. Sovereign's growth will continue in the coming year with additional facilities to be opened in California and Texas. The company's national footprint will also expand with the opening of facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois. Sovereign Health Group offers high quality and comprehensive treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including support services for family members as well.

To learn more about Sovereign Health Group and its wide range of services, please contact Wendy Allen, Public Relations Manager, at 866-948-9688 or visit www.sovcal.com

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