Overcoming an alcohol addiction is a steady, step-by-step process. Giving yourself time at each stage – and understanding that recovery may have some setbacks – can help you have realistic,
Wondering why seeing a shrink has suddenly become trendy? It’s because no matter what your specific mental health struggles are, there are a range of treatment options to provide relief.
Defining a sex addiction is not as straightforward as you might think. Understanding the different manifestations of this disorder can help you know if you might be struggling with a
When the phone rings and your loved one demands to leave rehab, don’t despair. Here are some tactics to help address their needs while keeping them in the safety of
For addicts and their loved ones, a relapse is a frightening experience. Learning how to view it as a normal part of recovery, and a temporary obstacle on the path
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her.
When you are in recovery, the stress and festivities of the holidays can present an additional challenge to staying sober. Remembering that you are not alone – and planning ahead
Sometimes, the best presents are the ones we give ourselves. This holiday season, consider giving yourself the gift of recovery from addiction. Decorations are going up, lights are being hung,
The relief when a loved one enters rehab is an incredible moment in the recovery process. While the homecoming can be equally exciting, it can also bring new challenges. Knowing
If you are trying to help someone struggling with an addiction ensure that the love and support you are providing is not enabling, as this can actually prolong the addiction
The process of grieving is uniquely painful but essential in accepting change and moving forward. For those in recovery, practicing healthy coping strategies is critical to avoiding relapse. Anyone who
October 10 is recognised as World Mental Health Day – while awareness around mental health continues to improve, often questions still remain about how and why mental health issues arise. A
The simple answer is RIGHT NOW. Why? Because an addiction only worsens with time; so committing yourself to getting help now is critical to preserving your health, your relationships, and your financial wellbeing. For most of us, few days pass that aren’t completely filled to the brim. We are constantly
Narcissism and drug addiction often go hand-in-hand since individuals with narcissistic personalities need to find a way to escape their overwhelming emotional anxiety and pain. Similarly, most addicts have narcissistic traits. An addicted narcissist may have unique challenges in getting treatment, such as feelings of entitlement in addiction recovery, and so
Mark uses cocaine every weekend with his friends. He has a high-pressure job as an investment banker. He works hard. He plays hard. And if you ask him if he has a cocaine addiction, his response would be “Don’t I deserve to relax with my friends after a hard week
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her. “I’ve been in and out of counselling, group therapy, psychiatric wards and rehabilitation my whole adult life – but somehow
