Our mental health is essential to our physical and emotional well-being. However, we can shy away from beginning therapy because we don’t want others to think we are “crazy.” The fear of being labeled or what happens in therapy can… Read More ›
Tag: Holistic
Acupuncture & Addiction
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine healing modality that is well known for its healing properties as a holistic practice and has been scientifically proven to aid in healing a variety of illnesses and disorders. Thin needles are used to… Read More ›
What Is a Holistic Approach to Recovery?
The definition of “holistic” in relation to medicine is characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking into account mental and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of a disease. Recovery in itself is a holistic experience. As… Read More ›
Be Still: A Mindful Practice
Mindfulness, simply stated, is the practice of gaining self-awareness. It is derived from ancient trans-Himalayan philosophies of contemplation and cultivation of awareness. Research has shown that frequent mindfulness exercises practice produces substantial changes in trait-like predispositions to being mindful in… Read More ›
Will Acupuncture Reduce Symptoms of Depression?
For anyone who has experienced depression, the symptoms can be debilitating. Having a lack of enjoyment in activities, isolation, and feeling hopeless are just a few characteristics of depression and can make a person feel defeated. Luckily, there are so… Read More ›
Tips For Starting Your Own Holistic Wellness Practice
Addiction is a disease which affects mind, body, and spirit. As you transition out of the structure of treatment, you will have to put into practice what you learned about taking care of yourself in each of these areas. You… Read More ›
Art Therapy Benefits for Mental Illness Treatment
Art is a relaxing and inspiring activity for many people; however, the benefits of artistic expression can extend much further. Art therapy has shown to be a valuable complement to medication and talk therapy for many forms of mental illness,… Read More ›
Program Spotlight: Aqua Therapy And Its Benefits On Recovery
You may have heard of water exercise or therapy for physical conditions and injury. Did you know that this activity helps in addiction recovery as well? This month our Program Spotlight features our Aqua Therapy Program which strives to improve… Read More ›
Letting Go Of Self And Learning To Depend On God In Step 3 Of The 12 Steps
The 12 step program is a successful program created to help individuals overcome their alcohol addiction. It has been successfully adapted for use in the treatment of a variety of addictions. The first two steps of the program require you… Read More ›
Step 2 Of The 12 Step Program Can Lift You Up In Faith
Suffering from drug or alcohol addiction can leave even the strongest person feeling hopeless and helpless. In step 1 of the 12 step program you discover the importance of admittance and realization that you cannot overcome addiction on your own.… Read More ›