Navigating Food and Body Image Around the Holidays
The holiday season can present a unique challenge to those who are recovering from disordered eating habits or experience insecurity about their body image. Between large meals, expectations surrounding those meals, more time spent with friends and family, and insensitivity surrounding symptoms and recovery, this can be an especially difficult time of year.
In-person Therapy or Teletherapy? Exploring the Pros and Cons
. While we aren’t always given the choice when it comes to school- and work-related matters, your therapeutic process is one area you may have control over. Therapy via telehealth, dubbed “teletherapy”, has grown in popularity over the past several years. Here, we will weigh some of the pros and cons of the teletherapy model, helping you determine which format is best for you.
Considering Carrying Naloxone? What You Need to Know
With the continuing opioid epidemic in Appalachia and beyond, you may have heard about the use of Naloxone (or Narcan) as a life-saving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. You may have heard about it on the news, or you could know a first responder who uses it as part of their job. Perhaps you’ve considered carrying it yourself!
Nurturing Wholeness: Exploring the Essence of Somatic Internal Family Systems (SIFS)
Somatic IFS (SIFS) is a unique and innovative model that can have a profound impact on personal growth and healing. Created by Susan McConnell, SIFS works within the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Model, to deepen the somatic experience in the healing process. Somatic IFS is based on Susan's vast experience in IFS, bodywork, therapy, and spiritual practices. In this blog, we will delve into the essence of Somatic Internal Family Systems, exploring its core principles and benefits.
Creating Therapeutic Harmony: Navigating Boundaries Within and Beyond Sessions
Embarking on a therapeutic journey involves more than just exploring one's emotions and experiences—it requires the establishment of healthy boundaries within the therapeutic relationship. In this blog post, we will delve into the significance of healthy boundaries in a therapeutic relationship and the nature of maintaining them between sessions.
Decoding Health Insurance: A Guide to Understanding Terms When Starting Therapy
Embarking on a therapeutic journey is a significant step towards mental well-being, and understanding health insurance terminology is a crucial part of this process. By unraveling the complexities of deductibles, copayments, in-network/out-of-network providers, and more, you empower yourself to make informed decisions about your mental health care.
Navigating Emotional Responses: Unveiling the Meaning of Being Triggered
This blog aims to delve into the concept of being triggered, exploring its meaning, manifestations, and the importance of understanding and managing triggers in our daily lives.
Guiding your Mental Health: Exploring the Roles of Various Mental Health Professionals
Understanding the distinctions among these professionals can empower individuals to make informed choices on their mental health journey. This blog aims to shed light on the different types of mental health professionals, highlighting their unique roles and contributions to overall well-being.
Unveiling Truths: Addressing Common Misconceptions About Therapy
In this blog, we aim to debunk common myths and shed light on the realities of therapy, fostering a clearer understanding of the process and its potential benefits.
Navigating Mental Health: In-Person Therapy vs. Teletherapy - Finding What Works Best for You
As individuals seek effective ways to prioritize their mental well-being, the question arises: In-person therapy or teletherapy - which is best for you? Let's explore the nuances of both options to help you make an informed decision.
Exploring Talk Therapy: Addressing Your Frequently Asked Questions
If you're considering talk therapy but have questions lingering in your mind, you're not alone. In this blog, we'll address frequently asked questions (FAQs) about talk therapy to help you gain a better understanding of what to expect.
People, Places, and Things Matter in Recovery
People, Places, and Things Matter in Recovery
Recovery is no doubt a long and hard journey to take. Addiction affects every aspect of life. Recovery requires attention to these different parts of your life and the changes you must make. In treatment, we talk about the “people, places, and things” involved in this journey.
The "Winter Blues" are real; Ways to Fight Seasonal Depression.
As winter approaches, we experience a short daytime and it's dark even before dinnertime. Are you among those people who feel sad or low on energy as temperature drops and summer days begin to slip away? This feeling, combined with daily stress, the thought of holiday expenses, and fatigue can cause seasonal depression also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or "winter blues".
Maintain sobriety during the holidays!
The holiday season is fast approaching and for many of us, holidays symbolize peace, joy, and happy memories. For some, it is a time to reconnect with your family, friends and loved ones, and take a break from some of the worries incurred over the past year. For others, holidays can be a stressful time and a period in which staying sober is a real challenge.
Here are some tips on how you can enjoy this season and maintain sobriety