Finding an AA Sponsor Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, CounselingBy Beaches RecoveryJune 28, 2021After completing addiction treatment, individuals in recovery are perhaps most focused on staying sober. The Early stages of recovery can be a challenge. When individuals return to their everyday life after addiction treatment, they may find triggers all around them. This is why i’s important to have a relapse prevention plan. For many, relapse prevention…
What is Individual Therapy? Addiction, Counseling, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryJune 21, 2021Addiction is a complex disease that has both physical and psychological components. For a person struggling with a substance use disorder (an addiction to drugs or alcohol), it’s important to address both aspects. At Beaches Recovery, we offer comprehensive addiction treatment. Our team of counselors and therapists work alongside individuals to devise a plan that…
The Perils of Dating a Drug Addict Counseling, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches RecoveryJune 3, 2021There is never a perfect relationship. Likewise, every relationship is different. What works for one couple may not work for the other. Some people can handle the struggles of mental health with their partners easier than others. Others may need help, especially when dating a drug addict. Drug addiction in a spouse or partner can…
What Is Psychotherapy Counseling, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryMay 16, 2021As many patients enter treatment, they may wonder what is psychotherapy and how can it help an addiction? Depending on the patient’s unique mental health history and addiction, psychotherapy can help in a variety of ways. Many of the top rehab centers offer psychotherapy and counseling options because these tools help support long-term recovery. Addiction…
CBT Techniques that Help with Addiction Addiction, Counseling, Mental Health, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryMay 11, 2021Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a key component of many addiction treatment plans. CBT techniques are used to help identify self-defeating thoughts and change them. Many individuals with substance abuse disorders suffer from negative thoughts and destructive emotions. CBT is used to change harmful thought patterns so that the client can maintain their sobriety. At Beaches…
Anger and Addiction Recovery Addiction, Counseling, Holistic TreatmentBy Beaches RecoveryApril 7, 2021Everyone feels angry at times, although some people are angry much more often than others. Anger itself isn’t the problem since it’s a natural emotion. Problems can arise from how a person chooses to express anger. When someone doesn’t have healthy outlets for negative emotions, they may turn to unhealthy habits, such as drug and…
Family Therapy Techniques Counseling, Family Therapy, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryApril 3, 2021Those addicted to substances are seldom the only victim of their addiction. In many cases, family and friends also experience and feel the effects. This is particularly true in adolescents and young adults who are still dependent on their parents. Noting the importance of family to these addicted individuals, it’s easy to understand the equal…
Comparing Inpatient Treatment to Outpatient Treatment Addiction, Counseling, Recovery, Rehab Blog, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 30, 2021Getting help for an addiction probably brings you to a rehab facility. There, caring staff members and therapists help you overcome the hold that a substance has on your life. How do they do it? Each addiction treatment program has a different emphasis on the individual’s needs when struggling with substance use disorder. At Beaches…
Drinking and Drugs Were My Anger Management Techniques Addiction, Counseling, Mental Health, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 16, 2020You’ve heard of the stereotypical angry drunk. Overdoing alcohol or drugs helps some people release the anger and frustration they build up inside. For others, unresolved anger problems lead to substance abuse because it helps them numb their feelings of sadness and frustration. As a result, effective rehab must provide anger management techniques for those…
I Need Some Stress Management Techniques Without Drugs Addiction, Counseling, Recovery, Rehab Blog, Rehabilitation, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 9, 2020Without drugs or alcohol, life can become very difficult. This is completely normal in the early stages of recovery. You have to realize that you were most likely drinking or using drugs as unhealthy stress management techniques. When you get sober, stress doesn’t magically go away, so it’s important to learn new techniques to help…
