Located in Austin, Texas, Omega Recovery is an
outpatient facility specializing in the treatment of technology addictions, mental health, and substance use disorders. They specialize in treating gaming addiction, general technology addiction, depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Omega treats with a
holistic and evidence-based approach, using therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (
CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), yoga, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and adventure therapy. Their levels of care include a
partial hospitalization program (PHP) with optional community housing, an
intensive outpatient program (IOP), and an outpatient program.
Omega Recovery believes in the power of experiences to help treat technology addictions. Therefore, they include a variety of outdoor and movement-based experiences in their treatment approach. Clients can participate in therapeutic activities, such as nature immersion, yoga, and Qigong. Additionally, Omega plans various adventure outings, like hiking, kayaking, and rock climbing.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Omega Recovery Austin provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)