Group therapy is an essential component in a well-rounded treatment addiction program. These small groups are comprised of other patients on their recovery journey and provide a safe space for participants to talk about their experiences. Since group therapy discussions can get very personal, the sessions can become an excellent source of emotional support while […]

Conquering a substance use disorder (SUD) begins with a commitment to sobriety and active engagement in a comprehensive treatment program. Treatment also lays the foundation for carving out a new healthy lifestyle that helps reinforce recovery. While in treatment, you will learn about the role that nutrition plays in restoring brain health and overall wellness. […]

Making significant changes in your life, such as abstaining from a substance, takes courage and commitment. When someone enters treatment, they may still have some lingering doubts about living a life of sobriety. When this is the case, motivational enhancement therapy (MET) is an effective intervention. MET can help you address your ambivalence about treatment […]

When seeking treatment for a substance use disorder (SUD) one of the first things someone will ask is whether the treatment services are covered by insurance. It is important to address this issue right from the start so you can begin planning for potential out-of-pocket expenses. In the past, treatment services related to SUD were […]

Progressing through withdrawal management, the first step in the substance recovery process can be difficult. Enter AcuDetox. AcuDetox is a treatment method that can provide symptom relief during the withdrawal management phase of recovery. This adjunct therapy entails the use of acupuncture to help reduce the severity of withdrawal symptoms, thus the name, AcuDetox. Acupuncture […]

Commonly referred to as angel dust, phencyclidine, or PCP, is a powerful synthetic drug that is considered to be one of the most dangerous substances to abuse. It has been associated with violent, hostile behavior and psychosis. When someone uses PCP in a sustained manner, they will develop disturbing symptoms that point to the presence […]