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Behavioral Health Services

Mental Health, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

It might shock people that most of the patients in a doctor’s office are there for behavioral health services. Perhaps they need treatment for diabetes management or an eating or substance use disorder. However, is there a difference between behavioral and mental health? Also, which services treat these disorders?The Line Between Behavioral and Mental HealthThe…

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Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy

Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

When people are ready to get treatment for substance use disorder, many resources are available. A rehab center can provide many of these through a customized treatment plan. Therapy is a significant cog in the process, but using just one strategy doesn’t work for everyone. Despite that, rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) is a technique…

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How Can Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention Help After Treatment?

Rehab Blog, Relapse, Relapse Prevention, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

Even after completing drug or alcohol addiction treatment, relapse can be a concern for many individuals. That’s why relapse prevention should always be a focus during rehab and beyond. While there are many ways to minimize the risk of relapse, mindfulness-based relapse prevention is especially effective. Explore the value of mindfulness during recovery and in…

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Holistic Drug Therapy

Drug Addiction, Holistic Treatment, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

Gone are the days when therapists treated all addiction patients with a standard treatment program. Through the use of science and psychology, clinicians have been able to devise a broader base of treatment options. Today, we find a number of treatment modalities built around popular concepts like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT),…

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Substance Abuse Group Therapy DC Offers

Addiction, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

While there are many ways to overcome an addiction, group therapy remains one of the most effective. If you live in Washington, DC, then you might be curious about the kind of substance abuse group therapy DC offers. While there are plenty of options in the nation’s capital, it might be worth exploring opportunities further…

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Addiction Group Therapy Activities

Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

Group therapy provides patients with an excellent lifeline of support. Unfortunately, many people underestimate the importance of group support. The truth is most patients will struggle to stay clean even with the help of loved ones and other recovering addicted individuals. A closer look at addiction group therapy activities reveals that counselors go to great…

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Drug Addiction Therapy

Drug Addiction, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

For the most part, people don’t just randomly decide to start abusing substances. Most addicts become addicts because they are looking for something that’s missing inside of themselves. Knowing people who abuse substances have personal issues makes it easier to understand why drug addiction therapy is essential. Any attempts a person makes to stop using…

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Types of Psychotherapy Used in Addiction Treatment

Drug & Alcohol Rehab, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

Once someone decides to get addiction treatment, there are many types of psychotherapy options counselors can use. Treating a psychological dependence on drugs and alcohol takes time. With the right detox and rehab program, clients can start their journey toward a healthier, happier life.Types of Psychotherapy Options at Treatment CentersThe most basic types of psychotherapy…

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How a Substance Abuse Counselor Can Help You

Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

We’ve all seen the movies and television shows with drug counselors coaching clients in a drug and alcohol rehab program. These counselors are usually depicted as caring people who have been through life challenges themselves. The reality is actually not much different. A good substance abuse counselor often has walked in your shoes and now…

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Benefits Of Acupuncture During Addiction Treatment

Holistic Treatment, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

Acupuncture has been used to treat clinical conditions all around the world for years. There are mental and physical health benefits of acupuncture that can play an enormous role in addiction treatment. When used in combination with behavioral therapies and even medicinal therapies, the benefits of acupuncture can alter the path of the recovery process…