A Day in the Life at Holina: Structure, Safety, and Support for Young People
Ian Young
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Why Routine Matters in Recovery
Young people facing emotional or behavioural challenges often experience chaos in their daily lives. At Holina Village, we provide a structured environment that fosters stability, predictability, and healing. Our daily schedule blends clinical therapy, community connection, creative expression, and restful moments—all within a safe, calm, and supportive setting designed for recovery.
Morning: Grounding the Day
7:30 AM – Wake-up & morning hygiene
8:00 AM – Morning mindfulness or movement (yoga, breathwork, stretching)
8:30 AM – Nutritious, farm-fresh breakfast
9:00 AM – Community check-in group (setting daily intentions, peer support)
10:00 AM – Therapy session (individual or group)
Morning sessions are designed to ground the nervous system and begin the day with clarity and intention.
📌 Related: Explore Holina’s Therapy Approach →
Midday: Learning, Expressing, Connecting
- 11:30 AM – Educational tutoring or creative workshops (art, music, writing)
1:00 PM – Healthy lunch prepared by on-site chefs
2:00 PM – Equine therapy, adventure-based activity, or academic support
Every resident participates in activities tailored to their care plan—be it art therapy, life skills development, or farm-based engagement.
📌 Related: Education at Holina →
📌 Adventure Therapy & Outdoor Healing →
Afternoon: Reflection and Rest
3:30 PM – Second therapy block (group therapy, DBT skills, trauma work)
4:30 PM – Free time for journaling, relaxing, or supervised recreation
5:30 PM – Dinner and peer social time in shared lounges or outdoor areas
Residents unwind in common areas, enjoy the pool or games, and build peer relationships in a safe, screen-free environment.
Evening: Integration and Sleep Hygiene
7:00 PM – Reflective evening group (gratitude, check-out, recovery goals)
8:00 PM – Guided meditation or calming activity (reading, art, music)
9:30 PM – Bedtime routine & lights out
The day closes with a focus on emotional safety, spiritual balance, and restorative rest.
24/7 Therapeutic Support
At every hour of the day, our Cyprus campus is staffed by:
Therapists and mental health professionals
House managers and pastoral care team
Wellness facilitators and activity coordinators
On-site chefs, tutors, and support staff
📌 Related: Inside Holina’s Therapeutic Community →
Why Teens and Young Adults Thrive in This Structure
Predictable routines reduce anxiety and overwhelm
Daily therapy embeds emotional growth into lifestyle
Healthy food, sleep, and movement restore physical balance
Peer connection fosters belonging and resilience
Creative and academic outlets keep the mind stimulated
Conclusion: Every Day Is a Step Toward Recovery
Recovery doesn’t happen in one breakthrough moment. It happens in the structure of each day, the trust of community, and the stability of knowing what comes next. That’s what Holina Village provides—one safe, meaningful day at a time.
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