Our Treatment Philosophy
The Lift Treatment Philosophy is “Wherever you are in your recovery, we will meet you there.”
Our Mission: LiftWell helps individuals move beyond symptom relief to rediscover purpose, meaning, and personal dignity. We guide our patients to reconnect with what ignites them- restoring directions, passion, and a deep sense of mattering.
Our Vision: We envision a path the recovery rooted in holistic care and community. Our program supports individuals in reclaiming joy and self-care by removing barriers to wellness in a safe, structured, and least restrictive environment.
A Sustainable Model for Recovery
At LiftWell, we embrace the philosophy of life-integrated treatment as a cornerstone of our care. This approach allows clients to heal while staying connected to their natural support systems and engaging with the realities of daily life. By recovering in the context of their everyday environment, clients can consistently practice and refine their skills, strengthening their progress in real time.
Our model minimizes disruption, ensuring that transitions between PHP, IOP, and outpatient care are seamless and supportive, without the trauma of leaving home or disconnecting from loved ones. With a low client-to-clinician ratio and access to Recovery Mentors—offering real-time guidance and serving as a bridge between clients, families, and their care team—LiftWell ensures every client’s journey is personalized, sustainable, and deeply rooted in their life.
A Comprehensive Approach to Healing
Our treatment model is built on the foundation of systemic theory, which views individuals within the context of their larger systems, be it family, community, or society. LiftWell integrates various treatment modalities, including innovative therapies like RO-DBT, traditional practices like CBT and DBT, and experiential therapies that address both mental health issues and eating disorders. We are dedicated to providing personalized care that respects the dignity and unique challenges of each client, supporting them through their recovery with compassion and understanding.
Inclusivity at LiftWell
LiftWell is an inclusive program, serving all genders, ethnicities, diagnoses, cultures, and religions. We are firmly Health At Every Size (HAES™) informed and take a non-diet approach to treatment. Our facility is designed with size-inclusive seating and recognizes that eating disorders occur with equal frequency in individuals of all body sizes.
We are also proud to be an LGBTQ+ and allies recognized safe space. At LiftWell, we identify rather than compare, believing that our shared humanity is what binds us together. Interpersonal relating, shared support, mutual empathy, and bearing witness to one another’s experiences are healing, transformational acts that are at the heart of our care.
Why LiftWell?
LiftWell is more than a treatment center, it’s a community resource for healing, grounded in the heart of Westport. We understand that seeking a higher level of care doesn’t have to mean leaving the support and familiarity of home. By offering expert-designed IOP and PHP programs locally, we ensure that clients and families can receive comprehensive, trauma-informed care while staying connected to their community.
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