This month, between the cookouts and the fireworks, you may also spend some time thinking about the reasons behind Independence Day and why we celebrate it – it is a celebration of freedom. Unfortunately, many of us aren’t “free” – we are trapped in unhealthy environments, blocked by mistakes of the past, or even tortured […]
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In an ideal world, “family” would be made up of people that are always supportive – a group of people that you always get along with and you know you can depend on. However, as most of us know all too well, this is not an ideal world! How can you deal with family drama,
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In life, we are very lucky if we have friends and family that we can count on; even just having one person who understands you can make a big difference. You may be getting help through therapy, but having a friend to lean on is important as well. But along with having someone who is
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Wasatch Crest’s Clinical Director Rich McDonald, CMHC, and Uinta Sober Living Director Tyson Allred discuss strategies for preparing clients for employment post-treatment. You can watch their discussion below. When I completed treatment, I was in this limbo, caught between my old life and my new life, and I wasn’t sure how to navigate it. Securing
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Wasatch Crest’s Alumni Coordinator Becky Wheelock, CPSS, talks about the importance of creating a relapse prevention plan and gives advice on how to maintain your recovery. You can watch her discussion below. Addiction treatment creates a safe bubble for clients that is necessary for their stabilization and initial healing. When individuals leave treatment, they face
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If you are recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction, it is more important than ever to maintain a good diet. When you are going through a difficult time, good nutrition may be the last thing on your mind – but eating right can help both your body and your brain to feel better, and
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An important tenant of addiction recovery is giving back what was freely given to you, which is where service comes in. Service gives us the opportunity to step outside of ourselves, allows us to stay in the present moment, integrates us into the community, and increases our sense of gratitude. Wasatch Crest’s Clinical Director Rich
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Wasatch Crest’s Uinta Sober Living Program Director Tyson Allred discusses what it means to take ownership of your recovery. You can watch his talk below. Starting on a new path in life takes courage. In early recovery, you’re going to have to set boundaries, have hard conversations, and face many unknowns. Because of this, embracing
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If you suspect a friend or a loved one has a problem with addiction, it can be a very difficult situation. You may wonder how to help, or even if you should try to help. You might think someone else will step up and say something so you don’t have to, or you may feel
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Once a person has completed residential treatment, day treatment, or intensive outpatient treatment, recovery does not end. Addiction treatment is a valuable step in the recovery journey, but recovery is a life-long process that involves more than just getting off of a substance. Newly recovered individuals have access to support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics
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