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5 Healthy Habits You Learn in IOP Treatment

An intensive outpatient program is a versatile treatment option for anyone recovering from an addiction. It is perfect for people ready to seek help but can’t afford to abandon daily responsibilities. It is a great option for anyone nearing the end of an inpatient addiction treatment program and who needs further guidance and support to…

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What Is Nutrition Counseling?

Nutrition counseling is an umbrella term that describes a number of counseling and therapeutic approaches related to nutrition, diet, and the relationship a person has with food. Grace Counseling Center offers an array of nutrition counseling services in addition to and independent of our addiction treatment specialties. Nutrition and exercise are foundational when it comes…

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5 Tips for a Nutritional Holiday Dinner

The holiday season offers numerous opportunities to attend festive gatherings, participate in traditional celebrations, socialize, and enjoy a plethora of delicious foods. You can maximize seasonal enjoyment by planning a nutritional holiday dinner and minimizing the harmful or unpleasant after-effects of overindulgence. If you feel overwhelmed by strong emotions this holiday season, reach out to…

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Benefits of EMDR Trauma Therapy

Healing after a traumatic event is more difficult than many people know, and healing doesn’t stop with your body, regardless of what the source of the trauma was. Many people find that after a significant traumatic experience, it’s extremely difficult to regain control of their mental wellness. EMDR trauma therapy, or eye movement desensitization and…

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What Is Codependency?

Any personality disorder can feel oppressive and difficult to manage, especially on one’s own. Without a strong support system or professional help, it’s easy to feel like you’re deep in a chasm that’s impossible to climb. When you’re struggling with a mental health disorder that’s dependent on an outside factor, working toward recovery can feel…

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How Significant Others Affect Addiction

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…

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5 Foods that Contain Dopamine

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…