Signs someone has a substance abuse disorder can be subtle. Typically, we imagine a person with an addiction strung out and acting erratically. There are instances in which individuals can hide their addictions, even those they are closest to. It’s important to be aware of signs that you might be dating an addict. If you…
Client education is an important aspect of addiction treatment and recovery. Clients and their loved ones often do not fully understand why a person has developed a substance abuse disorder and the root causes of why a person turns to drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism. The programs and services offered by Fresh Start…
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of mental health counseling that was created by Aaron Beck in the 1970s. CBT practitioners are trained to guide clients through a structured model over a designated number of sessions. Therapists develop a relationship with the clients during initial counseling sessions, discuss goals, develop a treatment plan, and then…
The potential of having a relapse is always present in the lives of individuals in recovery. It can happen to people who have been sober for years. Having a relapse prevention plan to fall back on can help you deal with that possibility. The presence of a relapse plan should be seen as a sign…
Overcoming substance abuse is something to be celebrated. While you should be thrilled with your progress, there might still be challenges ahead. Staying in recovery is a lifelong process. Ongoing therapy can help reinforce the lessons you learned in rehab while helping you avoid a relapse. Fresh Start Recovery Center offers various therapies that can…
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a structured addiction treatment plan that offers therapy, support groups, and other programs throughout the day. Still, it allows the patients to return home at night. Addiction treatment centers may provide transportation, meals, and other services. However, the focus is on providing a full program that keeps you focused…
Individual therapy is a type of psychotherapy in which a licensed treatment specialist works with you one-on-one to address personal problems such as addiction or a mental health issue. One of the benefits of individual therapy is that it helps you manage your condition symptoms and respond in a more positive way to different situations…
You’ve summoned the courage to admit you need help for your substance abuse. The obvious next step is to enter a treatment program such as the ones provided by Fresh Start Recovery. Depending on the severity of your abuse, you may be a candidate for an outpatient treatment known as a partial hospitalization program. Partial…
Addiction to drugs and alcohol is a challenge that requires both physical and psychological treatment. The abuse of substances leads to changes in brain chemistry that trigger unhealthy thoughts and behaviors. Unraveling those changes is the goal of addiction therapy, and one form of treatment that works well is dialectical behavior therapy or DBT. What…
Addiction to drugs and alcohol is a disruptive element in anybody’s life. It alters your perceptions such that acquiring and using drugs and alcohol becomes the focus of everything. That shift is the main reason why therapy, including group therapy, is at the center of addiction treatment plans. In a group therapy program, individuals struggling…