Working with clients who need treatment for PTSD and addiction has been a part of what we do at Serenity Oaks for many years. We understand that treatment for PTSD and substance abuse go hand and hand and the correlation between the two must be addressed in order for...
Attending Your First 12 Step Meeting Deciding you are ready to attend your first 12-step meeting, of alcoholics anonymous or narcotics anonymous, is a commendable action but often comes with some healthy levels of anxiety as you embark on a new environment. There is...
Signs of Alcoholism It may be difficult to know when it’s time to go to rehab for substance abuse, especially when it comes to drinking alcohol. Alcohol is a legal substance that’s socially accepted and easy to find. Many people in the US drink frequently, so how do...
The National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine (NICAMB) recently published a five minute video on how two simple and gentle actions can help with depression. The video highlights the work of Dr. Steven Hayes, PhD, founder of Acceptance and...
If you are searching for a new employee, why not consider hiring someone in recovery? Research shows, persons in recovery tend to be highly motivated and loyal employees because they need and want to stabilize their lives. Of course, he or she would have to meet the...
The therapeutic technique of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) was developed in 1987 by Francine Shapiro, Ph.D. It has since become a empirically proven treatment for people suffering from trauma. Before practicing EMDR, therapists must learn the...
Deciding to enter residential treatment is a huge first step to your recovery. Give yourself accolades for making this life changing decision! This is a great choice, and there are many decisions to make from this point on. How long should you stay in residential...
Your loved one has entered treatment for their addiction. Now you are wondering if you should visit them while they are in treatment. Your loved one would most likely love to see you! Did you know that visiting them could be a life changing experience for you? It is...
Substance use and dependency is often a symptom of deeper concerns. Many recovering people acknowledge that they used alcohol or drugs as a way to numb pain and cope with deep-rooted traumas. Substance abuse treatment can include detoxification services and inpatient...
If you are in a rehab you will most likely learn about your addiction and work on topics with others in a group. In addition, you will meet with a therapist. If you are not in a rehab, your first step in recovery could be going to that meeting a friend told you about....
