by westcoastrc | Aug 19, 2015 | Blog
When you begin the recovery process, daily exercise may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Your focus in on getting and staying sober, so how does a walk or yoga fit into that equation? The truth is that exercise is a fundamental part of a successful recovery...
by westcoastrc | Aug 19, 2015 | Blog
Cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT is a common technique used during addiction recovery. The premise of CBT is to identify and alter problematic behaviors that lead to substance abuse, by recognizing the thought processes that lead to those behaviors. CBT is...
by westcoastrc | Aug 18, 2015 | Blog
The 12-step recovery program was originally created in the 1930s and has been successfully used by thousands struggling with addiction ever since. Originally designed for alcoholics, the program has been adapted over the years to other types of addictions, giving this...
by westcoastrc | Aug 18, 2015 | Blog
Be a Loving Mirror (BALM) is a family recovery curriculum designed by Beverly Buncher. This curriculum encompasses interactive coaching and education to help families find a way to live in peace with the recovering addict after treatment. By erasing judgments and...
by westcoastrc | Aug 18, 2015 | Blog, Gender-Responsive Programming, Mindfulness, Recovery Tools, Relapse Prevention, Treatment Modalities
Addiction recovery encompasses many changes that lead the individual away from the addiction to a healthier, more satisfying life of sobriety. However, the famous motto ?just do it? is rarely a recipe for successful recovery in these situations, since the changes...
