The Role of Addiction in Barriers to Intimacy
Did you know that more than 21 million Americans suffer from addiction but only 10% receive addiction counseling? Many addicts believe their addiction only harms themselves. The truth is much greater. An addict's behavior affects almost everyone in their lives....
Addiction Counseling for Teens: What to Know
Did you know that an estimated 50% of teenagers have misused drugs at least once? While one-time drug use may not be a cause for concern, it's possible for it to turn into a serious drug addiction. But what do you do if your teen is struggling with addiction? How do...
The Difference Between 12 Step Programs and Addiction Counseling
12 Step Programs 12 Step programs may benefit someone with a substance or behavior addiction by seeing others who have changed their lives for the better, and who have empathy and understanding for those who want the same for themselves. Alcoholics Anonymous and other...
Developmental or Relational Trauma: A Complete Guide
Everyone has some form of trauma. Even people who haven't been through life-threatening or traumatic events. The media has taught us that trauma comes from one (or multiple) intense acute events, but that's not true. You can have trauma even if you've never been...
Practical Advice to Help You With Your Journey to Recovery From Addiction
Addiction is hardly uncommon in our society. Sadly, at some point in their lives, 10% of Americans will suffer from drug use disorder. However, there is a silver lining around this cloud of darkness. People who struggle with drug and alcohol addiction have a myriad of...
How Does Addiction Counseling Actually Work?
At any given time, 23 million Americans are battling addiction and need recovery services. That includes those ages 12 and older. Yet, only 10 percent ever get the help they need to recover. More than 100,000 people die from alcohol or some other substance each year...