Eating a healthy diet with the right combination of foods can seem overwhelming, especially because many tempting but unhealthy choices are available. There are always new fad diets, cleanses, and other gimmicks that supposedly help people lose weight and be healthier, but do they work? If you want to change your eating habits and become…
You’ve probably heard of yoga, but you may not know that it’s an effective complement to addiction treatment. Yoga therapy is gaining popularity in addiction recovery because the benefits are numerous and profound. Yoga therapy is a full mind and body approach to wellness and recovery. If you or someone you love is looking for…
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…
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…
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…
Taking steps to address your mental wellness is always a good thing, but you may not know where to start when you first decide to do so. You could take many avenues when beginning the search for therapy for women in Texas, and it’s not a hunt you want to take lightly. However, there’s no…
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…
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…
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…
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…