Types of Therapies We Offer at Her Harbor

Yes. While our primary focus is on individual healing, we understand the importance of family in the recovery process. We provide family therapy and can coordinate referrals to trusted Fresno family therapy providers to support rebuilding relationships and strengthening support systems.

Our programs are designed specifically for women, offering a safe space to explore women’s issues such as trauma, relationship challenges, parenting, body image, or postpartum depression. With support from experienced female clinicians, clients gain confidence and clarity around their unique needs and identity.

You’ll learn a variety of healthy coping strategies such as grounding techniques, emotional regulation skills, mindfulness practices, and communication tools to manage triggers, cravings, and difficult emotions during and after treatment.

Absolutely. We recognize that other life challenges—such as loss, job stress, divorce, or major life transitions—often contribute to emotional distress and substance use. Our therapists provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to process these experiences and rebuild a sense of self.

The therapeutic relationship—the connection between client and therapist—is one of the most powerful tools for healing. At Her Harbor, we prioritize trust, consistency, and emotional safety so each woman feels seen, heard, and genuinely supported throughout her mental health journey.

Whether it’s a trauma, a health diagnosis, a breakup, or a relocation, significant life events can destabilize even the strongest person. Our trauma-informed therapists help women understand and integrate these experiences with compassion and guidance, supporting both resilience and growth.

The four major types of therapy are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, and humanistic therapy. Each one takes a different approach: CBT focuses on changing harmful thought patterns, psychodynamic therapy explores past experiences, behavioral therapy emphasizes reinforcement of healthy behaviors, and humanistic therapy centers on personal growth and self-awareness—all of which can support a woman’s mental health journey.

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used and effective forms of behavioral therapy for treating substance abuse. It helps individuals identify triggers, develop coping skills, and replace self-destructive patterns with healthier choices.

Five essential recovery skills include stress management, relapse prevention planning, healthy communication, emotional regulation, and life skills such as time management and goal setting. At Her Harbor, we help women develop these tools through individual therapy, group therapy, and holistic support.

Drug therapy can include medication management for withdrawal symptoms, mood stabilization, and co-occurring mental health issues. Common types involve medications for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or to support recovery from substance use disorders, often paired with dual diagnosis care.

CBT teaches practical skills to reshape negative thinking, reduce cravings, and build confidence, while eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) helps reprocess traumatic memories that often underlie addiction. Together, they form a powerful approach to healing mental health challenges and supporting long-term addiction recovery.

Trauma-informed yoga gently reconnects the body and mind, helping women release tension stored from trauma and regain a sense of control. It reduces symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress, making it a valuable complement to traditional therapy services.

Yes. Soundbaths use vibration and tone to help calm the nervous system, promoting deep relaxation and emotional healing. They can reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and offer moments of peace during the often-intense work of substance abuse and mental health recovery.

Psychodrama therapy allows women to reenact personal experiences in a safe, guided setting, leading to insight, emotional release, and resolution. Experiential therapies like hiking and nature connection support mindfulness, resilience, and emotional health, all while engaging the body in healing.

Absolutely. At Her Harbor, we offer 24/7 access to a medical doctor, an on-site registered nurse, and IV hydration treatments. This level of care ensures our clients’ safety and well-being throughout their recovery process.

Every woman at Her Harbor is guaranteed two individual therapy sessions each week with a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). Our LMFT is available on-site five days per week to provide consistent and personalized support.

Your journey starts with a confidential assessment and comprehensive evaluation by our clinical team. We’ll design an individualized treatment plan based on your history, needs, and recovery goals. Whether you’re navigating relationship issues, childhood trauma, or co-occurring disorders, we’ll guide you to the therapies that offer the most effective and compassionate support.