Your sobriety may seem like such an integral part of your identity and well-being. It’s the glue holding you together, the fierce awakening that keeps you on the right track. But sobriety isn’t just about the decision to avoid drinking or using drugs. It’s a far more nuanced way of living, one that entails ... Read More
Should You Consider an Emotional Support Animal?
Does the following sound familiar? You adore your pet and consider them therapeutic. At times, it feels like they understand you in ways that other people cannot. When you feel sad or angry, they seem to know what’s going on inherently, and they adapt to provide you with the support you need. You’ve ... Read More
5 Tips For Staying Strong In Your Recovery Despite Covid-19 Restrictions
Whether you are newly sober or have been in recovery for many years, the pandemic has undoubtedly shifted social norms, connection, and treatment accessibility. And with about a year of Zoom happy hours and jokes about quarantinis, it’s no surprise that many people have found themselves ... Read More
What Are The Unique Needs Women Face In Recovery
The decision to overcome addiction is challenging for anyone, but women face unique struggles when it comes to their recovery. The more we can all understand these issues- and the more we raise awareness to resources and treatment- the more we can support women in their journeys towards wellness. Trauma The ... Read More
Unpacking The 5 Barriers Preventing You From Making Positive Change
"The difference between who you are and who you want to be, is what you do." - Bill Phillips People have different priorities, but most of us desire to be healthy and well-adjusted. Most of us want happy and meaningful relationships, and most of us want to live a life with purpose and dignity. And yet, ... Read More
Tips On Being More Mindful In Daily Living
We’ve all heard about the undeniable benefits of mindfulness. In fact, it’s one of the trending buzzwords of the decade. But if mindfulness only elicits images of long meditation sessions or extended yoga poses, you’re missing out on what the concept truly means. Mindfulness is a state of being; it’s about ... Read More
How To Manage Unsupportive People In Your Recovery Process
Sooner or later, it’s bound to happen. A snarky comment here. A condescending look there. We all know the benefits of healthy support in recovery, but not everyone is capable of providing that. And at some point (if it hasn’t happened already), you’re going to run across someone who knows exactly the wrong ... Read More
How Therapy Can Be Beneficial Even If You Have Long-Term Recovery
In my therapy practice, I have worked with hundreds of clients struggling with the deathly grips of addiction. Age, sex, socioeconomic status- the details on paper don’t matter. Substance use is one of the greatest equalizers in our society. It lurks on street corners in the beaten backpacks of homeless ... Read More
Why (And How) To Be More Vulnerable With Yourself and Others
“Vulnerability is not knowing victory or defeat, it’s understanding the necessity of both; it’s engaging. It’s being all in.” - Brené Brown When you think of vulnerability, what images come to mind? Do you picture revealing your deepest and ugliest secret? Are you imagining how it would feel if someone ... Read More
Coming Back From A Relapse: The Do’s and The Don’ts
When a relapse happens, it’s normal to feel like your entire world has been shattered. You may feel angry and ashamed of yourself. You may believe that you’ve let both yourself and your loved ones down, and you’re probably worried that you won’t be able to regain back the trust you worked so hard to ... Read More