The Insanity of a Family Disease

During my twenty-five year career in substance abuse treatment, I’ve frequently heard family members (and clients) insist that "Alcohol isn't his/her/my problem - drugs are!" and "Alcoholism isn't his/her/my problem - addiction is!" as if the same principles of recovery from chemical dependency don't apply to any dysfunctional situation where alcohol either isn't present or isn't present enough to be identified as the primary drug-of-choice.

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Help For Our Heroes: Trauma Therapy for Those Who Served

Explore Help for Our Heroes, offering specialized trauma therapy approach for veterans and first responders facing substance abuse and mental health issues. Learn about our tailored recovery plans.

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Evolv Wellness: Traditional Therapy with an Adventurous Twist

Looking for a new approach to fighting addiction? This Mental Awareness Month, challenge yourself to overcome self-doubt, limiting beliefs, and negative behaviors by participating in adventure therapy.

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The AA Promises

By: Lisa B., Transformations Alumni Coordinator   The AA Promises  1.     If we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are halfway through.  2.     We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness.  3.     We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. …

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Jot That Down

By: Mike Murphy, Manager of Alumni Services Ever since I was a child, I always had a knack for writing. Lord knows, not only did I do better at it than my other subjects, but I definitely enjoyed it more than the others. I’d like to think I picked this up from my father, who also…

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In-Network and Out-of-Network Insurance Coverage for Rehab: What’s the Difference?

Insurance coverage for rehab comes in two types: In-network and out-of-network. The difference between the two can significantly impact how much you have to pay for your insurance coverage.

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Ultimate Guide to Rehab: What to Expect Before, During, and After Treatment

Discover essential insights on preparing for rehab, what to expect during treatment, and post-rehab care. Equip yourself for a successful recovery journey.

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Don’t Give Up Before The Miracle

By: Jared, Transformations Alumnus Hello fellow Alumni, My name is Jared, and I too am an alcoholic and addict. I grew up in a divorced family living in Wichita, KS. I had my first drink when I was about 12. My grandma had let us all get drunk on Christmas. That is when I fell…

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This Is Only the Beginning

By: Mike Murphy, Manager of Alumni Services “This is only the beginning.” I truly think this is something a person should remind themselves regularly after leaving a treatment program. Sure, you have just spent 30,60,90 (maybe more!) however many days of your life in a program working on yourself and learning an insane amount about your…

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Sober Strike

By: Lisa B., Transformations Alumni Coordinator Bowling has never been my thing. The smelly shoes, the greasy food, and my deep legacy of endless gutter balls. There was a time when I may not have shown up for an event that I knew I would not be good at. There was also a time when…

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