by | Sep 16, 2024 | Group Therapy
People often crave a sense of normalcy and belonging. Some people with substance use disorder (SUD) and dual diagnosis think of recovery as a step toward a normal life. However, “normal” is a subjective goal, and often, people feel discouraged or stop...
by John Sharpe | Aug 17, 2024 | Treatment Modalities
Making lifestyle changes during treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) requires dedication. People in recovery must find things to keep them motivated and moving forward in their healing journey. Studies have shown that “[m]otivation is a critical element of...
by westcoastrc | May 14, 2024 | Blog, In the News
Fentanyl Awareness Day seeks to increase awareness and educate Californians on the dangers of this substance. Thousands of pounds of illegal fentanyl, including fake pills, have been seized in California by state and federal law enforcement. The state recently...
by | Apr 5, 2024 | Individual Therapy
Most people participating in treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) have families to support and limited time away from work. Returning to the workplace after treatment or during outpatient care comes with various challenges. Many workplaces have developed support...
by | Dec 21, 2023 | Meditation
Some people recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) benefit from using alternative holistic therapies, including sound bath therapy. For some clients, complementary treatments like sound healing may decrease stress and increase the effectiveness of evidence-based...
