Reading Time: 4 MinutesTrauma can occur in all forms, shapes, and sizes throughout every era. It can come in the form of neglect in our childhood, physical abuse in a romantic relationship, witnessing a violent event or natural disaster, etc. Do you ever think, “I know my life was not perfect growing up, but suddenly I am flooded […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesIf your partner, parent, or friend was abusive 10% of the time but wonderful the other 90% of the time, you may find yourself confused and making up excuses for their abusive behavior. You may tell yourself and others that you still love them and they are wonderful people despite their abuse. You have invested […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesHow to Keep Your Recovery On Track During the Holidays: Virtual Outpatient Therapy During the Holidays Entering and staying in recovery during the holidays may seem challenging or impossible. Still, it is better to keep on track now than wait until you are in dire need, and with virtual therapy, you can begin and stay […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesFor those of us in recovery, we tend to wait until after the holidays to focus on our recovery and use the New Year holiday as a benchmark to begin our recovery journey. We live in a society focused on new beginnings and fresh starts, so our obsession with New Year’s resolutions is not surprising. […]
Reading Time: 5 MinutesChildhood Trauma and the Holidays: How Your Childhood Trauma Can Reveal Itself During the Holidays We live in a society where we are made to believe that the holiday season should be joyous, warm, and filled with love, presents, family gatherings, delicious foods, traditions, and celebrations; however, if you have endured childhood trauma or any […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesIf you have sought care for your mental health in the form of therapy or via a psychiatrist, you have probably navigated the murky waters of insurance coverage. For the most part, insurance coverage in the United States is tied to your job, meaning that your employer offers you a plan with a few options. […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesMatthew Perry recently passed away in a tragic accident. He was a friend to the world, and although he was most known for playing Chandler Bing on the hit television series Friends, he was a bright light and role model to those in the addiction recovery world. Matthew Perry struggled with substance abuse for decades, […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesYou may have heard of Xylazine making headlines in the news this past year, as it is becoming a popular drug laced with opioids, contributing to lethal overdoses. Xylazine makes fentanyl, the deadliest drug in the United States, even more fatal. The DEA Laboratory System is reporting that in 2022, approximately 23% of fentanyl powder […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesWhether your son, daughter, or loved one is just starting their freshmen year or returning for another year back at college, it can be a big transition for them. Heading back to school, especially that first year of college, most likely means they are away from home and on their own. Embracing their freedom could […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesOctober is Depression Awareness Month. One of the goals of bringing awareness to depression is to help increase the general population’s knowledge and understanding of depression and other mental health conditions that co-occur with depression. During the month, different organizations host live and online events, use social media tags, and promote awareness. Our daily habits […]
