Women have particular needs that differ from men in rehab. Gender-specific rehab programs for women are designed to prioritize personal needs based on biological differences. Fresh Start Recovery Center offers a women’s rehab program in Maryland that tailors treatment plans based on women’s needs. Our women’s rehab center program is a safe space for women…
The right form of rehab is based on your particular life circumstances in the present. Outpatient rehab is often an ideal choice for those who have already made significant progress on their path to recovery. At Fresh Start Recovery Center, our outpatient rehab program in Maryland helps our clients continue their treatment and education while…
March is Self-Harm Awareness Month. Self-harm can come in many forms and involves physical, psychological, and emotional elements. Any form of deliberate or purposeful injury that a person causes themselves is considered self-harm or self-injury. If you or someone you care about is engaging in self-harm, they could benefit from self-harm treatment and mental health…
There are many benefits of an Alumni Program that are worth considering if you or your loved one is nearing completion of a treatment program or has recently completed treatment and is in the recovery process. It’s important to remember that recovery is an ongoing process. Rehab alumni programs are designed to help those in…
Relapse prevention is an essential part of the recovery process. You may have heard people say that people must be ready to stay sober. There is a grain of truth in this statement. However, they can be prepared for sober life with proper treatment. At Fresh Start Recovery Center, we teach life skills and healthy…
If you have experienced trauma, it can be not easy to move forward and have a positive and rewarding life. Trauma and abuse are often reasons why people turn to substances for relief. Substance abuse is a common coping mechanism but is not sustainable. Over time, mental health symptoms worsen when trauma is not addressed.…
Individual therapy with a professional mental health practitioner can help you learn to practice self-love. If you have struggled with your mental health or substance abuse, it can be difficult to learn how to forgive yourself for poor decisions you may have made due to your situation. Self-care and self-love go hand in hand. If…
There are many aspects to aftercare programs for substance abuse for those who are unfamiliar. In a general sense, aftercare programs involve preparing a person through recovery treatment to reenter society and maintain a sober living. This often involves learning about group therapy and 12-step programs for relapse prevention, forming bonds with others who have…
Community housing provides a structured environment that is safe and secure for those in recovery from addiction. Clients who complete treatment at Fresh Start Recovery Center can choose to make use of our community housing program as a stepping stone towards returning to society. In our community housing environment, which is designed to have many…
Group therapy can be a terrific resource for those in recovery. Making connections with individuals who have had similar challenges and life experiences is a reminder that you are not alone in your journey to find lasting sobriety. Group therapy for drug addiction helps clients strengthen their safety net in a situation of mutual respect…