by westcoastrc | Aug 21, 2021 | Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Mindfulness, Recovery Tools
Self-care may be one of the most critical factors in one’s recovery journey. When addiction is experienced in life, the substance at hand can become more important than the person’s health, leading to self-neglect. If one is not taking care of themself, their mood and...
by westcoastrc | Aug 19, 2021 | Meditation, Mindfulness, Recovery Tools, Relapse Prevention
There is no question that different environments have a direct effect on one’s well-being. In relation to recovery, the environment can refer to a specific place or any other factors surrounding an individual during their journey. Particular settings can influence...
by westcoastrc | Aug 16, 2021 | Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Transitional Living, Treatment Modalities
Every recovery journey is unique, as there is not a one-size-fits-all solution for reaching sobriety. It may be easy to compare one’s recovery progress with someone else’s progress; however, it is essential to remember that everyone’s journey is incredibly...
by westcoastrc | Aug 13, 2021 | Recovery Tools, Relapse Prevention, Treatment Modalities
When someone experiences a relapse after beginning a journey to sobriety, they may be left feeling sad, disappointed, or confused. They may not know where to turn to next or feel like they can continue confidently on their journey to try again. The most important...
by westcoastrc | Aug 11, 2021 | Family Therapy, Relapse Prevention, Treatment Modalities
Trauma can happen to anyone, with many people experiencing numerous traumas over their lifetime. It can be challenging to identify a personal experience as trauma if we are unsure how to categorize trauma itself. The American Psychological Association defines trauma...
