Building Confidence in Recovery
Completing an addiction treatment program can be exciting yet scary at the same time. You’re transitioning back into society and must continue implementing what you have learned and the changes...
Discovering Your Own Rock Bottom and Rising Up
There is a lingering belief when it comes to addiction that individuals must hit “rock bottom” before they are willing to accept help and enter treatment. However, rock bottom means...
Having Halloween Fun Without Sacrificing Recovery
Halloween is just around the corner and kicks off the start of the holiday season. Holidays can be tough for those in recovery because they are often filled with parties,...
Benefits of Engaging in Outpatient Treatment
Completing an addiction treatment program can be very empowering and motivating. You may feel as though you’re ready to take on the world. However, maintaining recovery in the long-term takes...
Could It Be Depression?
Everyone goes through periods of time where they’re feeling down and not like themselves. It usually passes within a few hours or days and you’re back to your old self....
Overcoming Trauma Through Addiction Treatment
There are many factors that may contribute to addiction including genetics and environment. One such factor is trauma. Clients may or may not realize that an underlying issue to their...
Sharing Your Story of Recovery
Every voice matters and every story counts when it comes to addiction recovery. You never know the impact that you may have on someone’s life. Listening to your struggles and...
Why Fall is a Great Time for Addiction Treatment
Autumn is just around the corner, and with it comes the excitement of the holidays and the anticipation of a new year. There are sporting events, school activities, family get-togethers,...
Keeping a Positive Attitude in Recovery
Recovery from addiction is an ongoing process and not something that happens overnight. As such, it’s important to keep a positive attitude so that you can keep pushing forward, making...
Overcoming Fears in Recovery
The choice to enter addiction treatment is a big step. Many people are filled with fears about the process because it’s either something they’ve never done before and don’t know...