Most of us have experienced some form of trauma whether it happened in childhood or the immediate past. Most individuals that have substance use disorders have also suffered from trauma. The road to healing must begin whenever you decide you… Read More ›
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The Healing Powers of the Ocean
Meditating n the mental, emotional, and physical benefits of the ocean. The ocean is one of the most relaxing, mysterious, and expansive things on the planet. There’s a reason everyone feels great after spending a day at the beach. The… Read More ›
This Type of Massage Will Help Soothe Everything
The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health explains that massage therapy is: “…Used to help manage a health condition or enhance wellness. It involves manipulating the soft tissues of the body.” Massage therapy can become an excellent addition to… Read More ›
Overcoming Childhood Trauma in Addiction Recovery
The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies states that trauma is: “…Used to describe negative events that are emotionally painful and that overwhelm a person’s ability to cope.” Healing from trauma is incredibly challenging, but it is often the time… Read More ›
Defining Holistic Recovery: Everything You Need to Know
Recovery is a time when we can take a step back and focus on our health. Before recovery, you may have struggled greatly substance abuse and/or mental illness, leaving you with little room to lead the life you’ve always wanted.… Read More ›
Writing Therapy: Reflection and Self-Awareness for Healing
We all experience pain, sadness, guilt, resentment and other challenging feelings, and sometimes we push down those thoughts with substances because of the promise to relieve some of the discomfort. We’re scared to feel what’s been affecting us so deeply,… Read More ›
Will I Ever Heal From Childhood Trauma?
Childhood is a critical time for self-development, as developmental psychology has pointed out. Our relationships experienced in childhood have a lasting impact on how we develop as a person and who we are as a person. If our childhood relationships… Read More ›
What Are Tips For Staying Healthy And Safe In Treatment
Treatment for substance use disorder and mental health disorders at Avalon follows the sanctuary model, allowing for complete healing. Fully embracing what treatment has to offer can require avoiding certain temptations and adhering to rules more strictly. Shoes In The… Read More ›
How Do I Find The Right Therapist
Therapy is defined as the “treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder”. Despite the definition, a disorder is not required for therapy. Many people have issues, problems, or difficulties they need to sort out. Working with a psychological professional… Read More ›
Mindfulness In Music
Music is arguably one of the best non prescription medications in the world. We identify with the sounds, the words, the tempos. Music speaks a language that is recognized from the very cellular makeup of our being. We listen for… Read More ›