Starting Therapy: Where To Begin Addiction Education, Addiction Education>Treatment Therapies, Therapy Programs, Welcome to TreatmentBy Coalition RecoveryDecember 17, 2020 Therapy is an amazing tool to help individuals build and maintain their mental health; but finding the right therapist can be difficult. Here are the common hurdles involved in finding the right therapist for you and how to tackle them. Read more
Motivational Interviewing Addiction Education>Treatment Therapies, Recovery, Therapy Programs, Welcome to TreatmentBy Coalition RecoveryDecember 7, 2020 Motivational Interviewing is a therapy we utilize at Coalition Recovery. The The intent of Motivational Interviewing is to prompt behavior change through person-focused and non-confrontational counseling. Read more
How To Manage Seasonal Affective Disorder Depression & Mood Disorders, Mental Health, Mental Health>Depression & Mood Disorders, Therapy ProgramsBy Coalition RecoveryDecember 3, 2020 Due to the lack of sunlight and increased indoor time during the winter months, some individuals can develop depressive symptoms as a result. Learn how to prevent these feelings and why knowing about SAD is important in recovery. Read more
How Unprocessed Trauma Is Stored In The Body Mental Health, Recovery, Therapy Programs, TraumaBy Coalition RecoverySeptember 9, 2020 Trauma stays with us forever if left unattended. This unprocessed trauma can manifest into both psychological and physical problems. Addressing these experiences and releasing these physical blockages is the only way to move past them and recover. Read more
The Power of Mindfulness Holistic Treatment, Recovery, Therapy Programs, TraumaBy Coalition RecoveryAugust 18, 2020 The concept of mindfulness can be simple, yet profound. Mindfulness is the ability to be totally present in the given moment. Your mind is totally focused on and appreciative of the given moment that you find yourself in, without allowing your thoughts to linger on topics that would otherwise distract you from your current state. There are seemingly innumerable ways to practice mindfulness, and varying descriptions of how to increase your level of presence, but one thing is certain: Everyone has the ability to be mindfully present in the given moment. Read more
The Connection Between Childhood Trauma and Substance Use Disorder Substance Abuse Treatment, Therapy Programs, TraumaBy Coalition RecoveryJuly 20, 2020 When considering underlying causes of addiction, most people might think about mental health, but maybe a more common cause is trauma: mainly childhood trauma. The effects of these traumas can extend far beyond childhood and directly effect the brain causing high susceptibility for adverse behaviors like addiction. Read more
Our Guide To Veterans and Addiction Addiction Education, Therapy Programs, TraumaBy Coalition RecoveryJune 3, 2020 When our forces come home, they may encounter numerous challenges as they adjust to normal life outside of the military. Learn why veterans are susceptible to mental health and addiction. Then, learn 9 different ways in which you can help yourself or a loved-one. Read more
What is Moral Reconation Therapy? Addiction Education>Treatment Therapies, Recovery, Sober Living, Therapy ProgramsBy Coalition RecoveryMay 9, 2020 Moral Recognition Therapy (MRT) is an evidence-based therapy used to correct individuals with adverse behaviors by developing healthier and productive standards. Learn how MRT can help with your addiction treatment. Read more
Military Rehab Programs Addiction Education>Treatment Therapies, Therapy Programs, TraumaBy Coalition RecoveryApril 10, 2020 Active military personnel and veterans go through unique experiences. For this reason, they may develop addictions due to these unconventional circumstances. This requires a specialized rehab treatment program with a focus on trauma and PTSD. Read more
The Importance of Accountability During Treatment & Recovery Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Substance Abuse Treatment, Therapy ProgramsBy Coalition RecoveryApril 3, 2020 Accountability is rarely easy. For individuals in addiction treatment, accountability is essential to overcoming addiction and living a healthy and sober life of freedom. Read more