Trauma and addiction often go hand-in-hand. Individuals with untreated trauma frequently self-medicate with drugs or alcohol to manage trauma symptoms. When trauma and addiction co-occur,…
Transitioning back to civilian life brings unique challenges for veterans. Sometimes, difficulty coping with traumatic experiences and changes result in a substance use disorder. A…
Alcohol and self-esteem can be a deadly mix. When someone struggles with low self-esteem, they may turn to alcohol as a way to escape their…
Petting a puppy and holding a kitten are universally beloved activities for a good reason. Humans have positive interactions with animals and experience countless mental,…
Group therapy has been a staple of addiction treatment for decades. The benefits of a group therapy program for addiction treatment are so powerful that…
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a relatively new evidence-based treatment for all manner of mental health disorders. DBT has been of particular interest in terms…
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is part of almost every recovery program because the benefits of CBT for addiction treatment are extensive. If you’re searching for addiction…
Individual therapy is one of the foundational aspects of addiction treatment. Stopping drug use is the first step in recovery. Yet what follows the end…
If an animal-assisted therapy program sounds like a dream come true, that’s because it is. At least, it is for some people who are in…
