WHAT WE TREAT
Stress lies at the heart of so many mental and physical health conditions, particularly for those of us in C-suite positions or the public eye. At Paracelsus Recovery, we provide bespoke and targeted treatment programmes designed to restore your mind-body equilibrium.
Short bursts of stress help us take action as we navigate life’s challenges. However, chronic stress is when this turns into feeling constantly pressured and overwhelmed over an extended period of time.
When stress hits, the brain turns on its “fight-or-flight” response, causing a cascade of changes in the body, including a spike in cortisol. When a person experiences long-term chronic stress, the body produces much more cortisol than it can release, putting the body under an enormous amount of pressure and upsetting its natural equilibrium.
Long-term stress can lead to a host of physical and psychological health issues which include depression, anxiety, eating disorders, personality disorders, cardiovascular disease, abnormal heart rhythms, high blood pressure, heart attacks and stroke. All of these stress-related consequences will also make a person feel exhausted, irritable and emotionally drained, further heightening their stress levels and leading to a vicious and damaging cycle.
Chronic stress is a particularly pervasive problem for highly ambitious and high-functioning individuals. We often thrive on adrenaline and hyperfocus, but those states of mind can all too quickly turn into chronic stress symptoms. However, given what a double edge sword the adrenaline/stress dynamic can be, it often takes us years to notice. By the time we finally do, a lot of damage may have already been done.
bespoke treatment
How we treat stress
We can’t tell you exactly what your four-week stay will involve because each person’s experience with stress is unique. Stress is more than just feeling anxious or overwhelmed; it can impact your body, mind, and overall well-being in complex ways. At Paracelsus Recovery, we create a bespoke treatment plan for every individual, with no pre-defined path. Your stay with us will be carefully structured, with each day designed to address the many facets of stress and its effects on your life.
The therapies we offer are specifically chosen to complement one another, ensuring that every aspect of your physical, emotional, and psychological health is considered. From managing the immediate pressures to addressing the underlying causes, our approach is designed to support your long-term recovery. See below for more details.
Our approach considers the whole person: mind, body and soul
Our holistic treatment approach to stress is centred on extensive testing. Our aim is to assess each area of your health, from your psychological and emotional well-being to your physical, genetic and even cellular health, to ensure that we can restore all imbalances. Typically, our stress programmes involve a unique combination of medical interventions to heal your body from its present stress response, and intensive psychotherapy to ensure that you have robust coping strategies in place for dealing with future stress.
15+ team members, all dedicated to your health and well-being
Our team is made up of world-renowned doctors, therapists and specialists, including a Nobel Prize-winning board member. With a team of over 15 experts, we provide around-the-clock support to get you on the road to recovery. Integral members of this team include your medical doctor and live-in therapist.
Comprehensive programmes as unique as you are
Your programme will be shaped with your unique set of needs in mind. Guided by our principles of pragmatism, empathy and care, our team will deliver your programme with the Swiss excellence we are renowned for.
We can provide treatment for stress and any co-occurring dependencies and mental health conditions at our private treatment centre in Zurich.
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