Residential Treatment
Personalized fitness therapy program for mental health treatment
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Residential treatment & mental fitness
It is proven that moving our bodies has positive physical, mental, and emotional effects. It can lead to more positive, healthy, emotionally balanced way of life.
At WOLA, it’s not just a physical workout; we approach fitness in a holistic approach for your heart and mind. WOLA's services are provided in different settings such as home visits, residential treatment centers and extended care programs, catering to teens, young adults, and adults throughout Los Angeles County. We understand that each individual's struggles are unique, whether it be anxiety, depression, addiction, or feeling stuck in bad patterns. That's why we tailor our programs to meet your specific needs. We are here for YOU— to help you discover and reach your goals, no matter what they might be.
For Group sessions, we encourage a therapist to join the workouts, allowing clients to experience another form of team building and camaraderie. WOLA is a trusted partner at many residential treatment centers in Malibu, Santa Monica and Mar Vista.
Contact us for more information about the right program that fits with you or a loved one. It would be our honor to work with you.
Workout benefits for treatment
Exercise has been helpful for individuals undergoing residential treatment. Here are a few ways that fitness programs can help:
Improved mood: Exercise can release endorphins, also known as "feel-good" chemicals, in the brain, which can help improve mood and reduce feelings of stress and anxiety.
Increased focus and concentration: Regular physical activity can improve cognitive function, making it easier to focus and pay attention during treatment.
Better sleep: Exercise can help improve the quality and duration of sleep, which is often disrupted in individuals with mental health conditions.
Increased self-esteem: Engaging in regular exercise can improve one's physical appearance and fitness level, which can boost self-esteem and self-confidence.
Stress relief: Exercise can help reduce feelings of stress and tension, which is important for individuals undergoing the often-intense residential treatment process.
promoting social interaction: Some forms of exercise are best done with others, such as team sports, these can promote healthy social interaction that can be beneficial for people undergoing treatment, who may be isolated.
Physical and emotional outlet: Exercise can also serve as a healthy outlet for pent-up emotions, such as anger or frustration, that may surface during the treatment process.
Testimonials
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WOLA is by far the BEST THING that has happened to the residential treatment center that I work for. Craig does such an amazing job at making our youth/adolescents feel safe, confident, motivated, challenged, and excited all at the same time. His workouts are always fun, and most clients leave the facility with a newfound passion for fitness and an extreme gratitude for Craig's impact on their relationship with self-care. On a personal note Craig has reignited my love for exercise and movement in a way that I was struggling to do on my own. I will be forever grateful for his consistent presence and encouragement throughout this time in my life, and I continue to be in awe of his dedication and professionalism as it relates to his work.
Lindsay Mclaren
Lead Therapist and program director @ Pacific Teen Treatment LPCC
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Craig started working with my 2 teens during the pandemic as a way to keep them active and moving. 2 years later I cannot have imagined how impactful that decision would be in their lives. Craig brings a perfect mix of positivity, fun, and intensity to the workouts which he tailors specifically to each kid. Not only are my kids stronger and healthier, they have made the connection between moving their bodies and their mental health. It’s started for them what i hope will be a lifelong habit of exercise. As a mom and a therapist I am most grateful for this gift!
Erica Greene
LCSW
