Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome or PAWS is the experience of certain withdrawal symptoms that occur after (post) detoxing chemically (acute) from substances.

Implementing a consistent gratitude practice may just be a part of your daily routine for improving your mental health and wellness, reducing anxiety, increasing depression management, stabilizing mood, and even increasing overall life satisfaction.

Early recovery can be full of excitement and fear. In this series are a few pointers to be aware of when you first get sober that no one instinctively knows and are taught in treatment centers around the globe. Today we will take a deeper dive into cravings.

While trauma can be an ongoing battle, the holiday times can be particularly challenging. Explore some of the unique challenges for trauma survivors during the holiday season, and consider some proactive ways that those impacted by trauma may be able to set themselves up for success and health this holiday season.

So you have heard of EMDR therapy, you have done the research to decide it just may be the right treatment for you, and now it’s time to select and EMDR therapist to begin your EMDR journey. While google is a great place to start we think there may be just a few more things to consider in finding the right EMDR therapist for you.

As the holidays are fast approaching, many people experience anticipation building around specific events, travels, and gatherings. You are not alone, but having a plan and a strategy to manage the anxieties is crucial.

EMDR therapy has been noted as an evidence-based trauma processing model that is effective for reducing post-traumatic stress syndrome, PTSD, rates in first responder populations. Learn more about EMDR for job related trauma exposure.

Boundaries may be an essential part of navigating your holiday celebrations with success. Here are five things to consider that may help set you up for success in implementing the boundaries you need to take on this holiday season.

Learn about the use of EMDR therapy with military-related traumas and answer a few questions for those who may be considering EMDR therapy as a part of their trauma treatment and PTSD recovery.

Here are five things to consider when selecting your EMDR therapy consultant as you pursue further understanding of EMDR therapy or take steps towards your goals to become a certified EMDR therapist.

Take a look at a few of the commonly asked questions from parents and care givers as they consider if EMDR therapy may be a good choice for their child, teen or family.

Take a few moments to explore some of the benefits of pursuing EMDR therapy certification and why it matters.

While this may not come as a surprise to many that have struggled with addiction or substance use disorders, understanding how trauma and addiction and are connected can be a powerful tool in your journey to addiction recovery.

Anyone who loves and cares about someone who has battled addiction and substance abuse disorders knows the challenges and heartbreak that addiction can bring. Learn 5 steps that those who love and care for an addict can take to help themselves and support the addiction recovery of their loved one.

When looking for help, it is easy to find ads and resources for those struggling with addiction, but the impact of addiction does not start and end with the individual using the substance. Family members, friends, partners, spouses, children, parents, and anyone who knows loves and cares for an addict may find themselves experiencing significant emotional, mental, and even physical concerns as a result of the impact of their loved one’s addiction.

Learn more about addiction treatment by looking at the continuum of care for treatment options that exist and factors considered for appropriate determinations of what type of treatment may be best for you or your loved one.

Determining the level of care is not a one size fits all formula. We will explore a few considerations that intake workers and mental health professionals typically use to determine the best course of treatment for individuals struggling with addiction and substance use and abuse disorders.

Short term inpatient, long term inpatient, IOP, PHP, outpatient, group therapy, etc.: There is no shortage of options when it comes to substance use and abuse disorder treatment or addiction recovery, but what do all of these different acronyms and programs mean?

EMDR therapy is a well-known form of trauma therapy or PTSD treatment, but the use of this model does not end there. Today we are going to take a deeper dive into EMDR therapy as a form of addiction counseling or intervention for substance use disorders.

Did you know that EMDR therapy is for more than just trauma or PTSD? Learn how EMDR therapy can treat generalized anxiety, performance anxiety, phobias, emotional reactivity, addiction, attachment disorders. chronic pain, and more.