by westcoastrc | Aug 22, 2021 | Recovery Tools, Relapse Prevention, Treatment Modalities
Substance use, such as drinking or using drugs, varies from person to person on the severity of the addiction and symptoms experienced. One of the most significant risks of addiction is dependency, which is a commonality that many people share when they are...
by westcoastrc | Aug 16, 2021 | Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, 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 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...
by westcoastrc | Aug 7, 2021 | Relapse Prevention
Music therapy is becoming an increasingly popular form of treatment for many, as it holds incredible physical and mental health benefits. Music is not only soothing to the ears; it also increases cognitive functioning in a variety of ways. Music brings about a sense...
by westcoastrc | Aug 5, 2021 | Mindfulness, Recovery Tools, Treatment Modalities
Addiction can impact the brain on many different levels. It may be beneficial for those in recovery to understand how addiction occurs in the brain. The chemistry of one’s brain is incredibly complex, with an incredible amount of different chemicals and connections...
