Why Traditional Talk Therapy Falls Short
Most mental health programs focus on observable behavior. We focus on the BRAIN.
The Rossignole Model© uses modern neuroscience to treat root-level dysfunctions in impulse control, memory, and reward processing, not just the symptoms.
Instead of trying to “change behavior” with external methods like CBT, DBT, or AA’s 12-Steps, we target the underlying neural circuitry that creates those behaviors in the first place.
Cognitive Control
The brain’s ability to select thoughts and emotions that support goal-directed behavior while suppressing compulsions.
Cognitive Flexibility
The skill to shift mental gears and adapt to new rules, perspectives, or environments in real time.
Working Memory
Temporarily holds and manipulates information—essential for logic, decision-making, and emotional control.
ΔFosB
“Master switch” in the nucleus accumbens. Builds over time with drug exposure, reinforcing compulsive behavior.
Dynorphin
Stress-linked peptide that blunts dopamine, worsens mood, and inhibits the prefrontal cortex—compromising willpower.
Orexin
Normally tied to food-seeking and survival, it’s hijacked in addiction to preserve drug-context memory and cravings.
The Brain Mirrors Its Environment
Rather than “firing darts” with traditional therapy, our model resets brain chemistry by shaping the environment.
We reduce stress-driven neuromodulation by restoring balance to the HPA axis and stimulating neuroplasticity—right where damage occurred.
Behavioral Profile
12 assessments administered at admission
Peripheral Activities
Nature-based and multisensory programs
Clinical Programs
TODO ABSTRACT: 5 hours/day x 6 days/week x 30 days
Performance Evaluations
Gaming scores, progress markers, qualitative feedback
Outcome Reports
Consolidated insights for planning discharge
Comparative Analysis
Pre-post test benchmarking of recovery