Increasingly, holistic therapy is becoming a more common approach to addiction treatment. If you are looking for holistic addiction therapy options for you or your loved one, there are many reasons to consider this natural wellness and integrative medicine approach. Choosing a holistic treatment approach at high-quality treatment centers can be a step in the…
If you are living with someone who has an addiction, it can feel hopeless. Substance abuse can destroy a healthy relationship due to emotional stress, anxiety, and many other difficult challenges. Addiction damages relationships as a result of undermining trust. A person struggling with addiction is much more likely to recover if their family refuses…
Millions of people in the United States abuse prescription opiates. In many instances, the first time a person uses opioids is innocent, and they may be unaware of the potential for addiction. Since the opiate epidemic has gripped the country, doctors and patients are somewhat better informed. Keeping that in mind, opiates are still often…
Methamphetamines, also known as “meth,” are extremely addictive stimulants known for giving users a boost in energy and power. There are genetic, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and psychological reasons why an individual might be drawn to use meth. At Grace Counseling, we have expert medical professionals who know how to handle the challenges of meth…
You might be surprised to learn that yoga is an effective resource for substance abuse recovery. Yoga is an ancient practice that has been revitalized and westernized to accommodate our needs in modern times. Addiction is a disease of both the mind and the body. Yoga therapy can help forge a healthier mind-body connection. Someone…
Women are less likely to seek help for their addictions. Our society often puts women in situations that do not prioritize their physical and mental health. Addiction is not the result of a flaw or lack of moral conviction. Grace Counseling’s expert team of medical professionals offers women’s therapy to learn how to help you…
Deciding to seek therapy for substance abuse disorders or other co-occurring illnesses is a serious step toward sobriety and better health. There are many kinds of therapy to consider, but one that many patients find helpful is individual therapy. Individual therapy is personalized, gives patients one-on-one attention, and addresses mental health and substance abuse disorders.…
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a specialized form of therapy that helps patients work through trauma with specific, sporadic visual stimulation. To put it in layman’s terms, EMDR therapy works by identifying and recognizing patterns in people’s eye movements. Certain memories may trigger specific types of eye movements. By stimulating vision while…
Many of us understand that good nutrition plays a role in maintaining good physical health. However, many may not realize that nutrition doesn’t just impact a person’s physical health but also their mental health. Overall positive health and wellbeing must incorporate nutrition. During recovery, patients may benefit from the dopamine diet and nutrition counseling, which…
Alcohol consumption does not automatically lead to addiction. However, alcohol addiction forms when consistent use of alcohol occurs, especially when a person feels the urge to drink. Recognizing the early signs of alcohol use disorder can help you get help faster, minimizing the potential consequences of continued use. At Grace Counseling, we offer comprehensive care…