5 Ways to Make Group Therapy More Useful
Group therapy is a type of psychotherapy that involves a facilitator conducting a therapy session with more than one patient. It creates an environment of empathy and common struggle that may make a person more likely to share their own experience. However, every session of group therapy is different, and a therapist must remain flexible […]
October – National Substance Abuse Prevention Month
Beginning in 2011, October became National Substance Abuse Prevention Month. This is a month dedicated to raising awareness about substance abuse and a call to action for prevention. Substance abuse has effects on both an individual level as well as a community level – giving us plenty of reason to stay informed and do our […]
How Behavioral Therapy Benefits Addicts & Their Families
Addiction often has roots in dysfunctional relationships and communication within the family unit. Because of the complex network of relationships and interactions, family therapy is an important part of treatment. We know that often, substance abuse is the visible manifestation of a more complex, deeper cause and that is why Destination Hope specializes in family […]
3 Myths about Your First Time in Substance Abuse Treatment
1. It’s the scariest thing you will ever go through. It’s actually not. If you can muster up the strength to finally get your life on track, the rest is easy. Once you come to drug and alcohol treatment you are already bettering yourself and have the courage to face it. It’s not going to […]
The 12 Step Program: A Beginner’s Guide
Alcoholics Anonymous is one of the best-known organizations in the world and is the originator of the now-famous and widely used 12-step model of recovery. Alcoholics Anonymous groups and other 12-step fellowships can be found in virtually every corner of the U.S. and in scores of other countries. In many high-quality addiction treatment programs, participating […]
Top Tips For Helping Your Spouse to Seek Substance Abuse Treatment
Substance abuse treatment can be a life-saver for individuals whose relationship with drugs or alcohol has gotten out of control. It can also be essential for starting the healing process for their families and loved ones. After all, the road to substance abuse and addiction involves not just the addict but everyone they interact with.
5 Ways a Substance Abuse Program Teaches You to Win at Life
Substance abuse program offerings extend beyond helping you enter the addiction recovery process. You will also learn to make use of valuable life tools that will always be at hand. Here are five ways a substance abuse program can teach you how to win at life! 1. It Raises Self-Confidence. Throughout the recovery process, you […]
You May Need Addiction Counseling If…
Addiction counseling may be the solution you’ve been contemplating. Find out the potential signs of addiction so you can reap the benefits of addiction counseling and turn your life around to a healthier and more productive path of recovery.
10 Ways to Achieve Substance Abuse Treatment Success
Substance abuse treatment requires more than just showing up for the program activities and therapy in order to be successful. Here are 10 ways to increase your chances of substance abuse treatment success! #1: Be Honest in Substance Abuse Treatment. Be totally honest during your substance abuse treatment program. Psychotherapy cannot be so effective without […]
What Will I Talk About in Addiction Counseling?
Addiction counseling is largely made up of psychotherapy, which is a very effective method in treating substance abuse and addiction. Psychotherapy works to find the underlying causes of addiction in order to give you the best tools, answers and strength necessary to fight against addiction and work towards a stable life of recovery. In addiction counseling you may discuss topics such as home, family, your childhood, your fears and your goals.