Managing Withdrawal Symptoms: How Medically Assisted Detox Helps
Medical detox is the first and most important step in any addiction recovery program. Its purpose is to safely rid the body of drugs and/or alcohol while minimizing the risk…
EMDR Therapy for Trauma & Co-Occurring Addiction
EMDR therapy, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, is a treatment method that helps clients work through stress and emotions relating to trauma. The goal is to work through…
How PTSD and Addiction Are Linked
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, commonly known as PTSD, is a mental health condition triggered by traumatic life events. This can include experiences such as witnessing or being involved in a serious…
The Role of Family Therapy in Addiction Recovery
Addiction is a complex, multifaceted disorder that affects not just the individual but everyone around them, especially their family. Healing must occur within the larger context of relationships, dynamics, and…
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Substance Abuse
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach effective in treating mental health conditions, including addiction. It helps individuals reframe negative thoughts and adopt healthier behaviors. By learning to cope…
Relapse Prevention Strategies that Work
Relapse prevention is a key component in maintaining long-term sobriety. It plays a critical role in helping individuals stay on track after completing recovery treatment. Before clients leave a rehabilitation…
Fentanyl Detox: Overcoming a Deadly Addiction
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is derived from morphine, but is 50-100 times more potent. The substance can come from a prescription, but is often made illegally on the…
The Role of Detox in Overall Recovery
Detox is a critical step in the addiction recovery process. It comes before rehab and therapy, and is required to initially rid the body of drugs and alcohol. Detox should…
Understanding Dual Diagnosis: Treating Addiction and Mental Health
Dual diagnosis treatment is a specialized approach that addresses both substance use disorder and other underlying mental health conditions simultaneously. For many individuals, mental health challenges are a driving factor…
Understanding Faith Based Recovery
For many individuals, faith based recovery serves as a powerful tool that can help them navigate both the challenges and celebrations of life. Whether you identify with a specific religion…