Throughout his journey to recovery, Trenton has been through a lot. But overall, he says it’s important to take the advice of people who have been through it all before. Be honest with yourself and other people about where you are in life, and carefully examine your motives and intentions for doing the 12-Step work.
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Individualized Addiction Treatment: Why It’s Essential for Recovery
Millions of people in the United States suffer from addiction. Although these people all share the same disease, they come from different backgrounds and have varying life experiences, physical and mental health factors, and unique treatment needs.
What Is Holistic Drug Rehab?
When it comes to substance use disorders, the term “holistic treatment” refers to an approach that considers a person’s physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. This type of treatment aims to help individuals overcome their addiction(s) with a whole-person approach that focuses on healing the body and the mind.
Sam’s Story of Addiction Recovery (SOAR)
Sam didn’t fully commit to treatment until she was 66-years-old, but when she arrived at Nova, she was finally ready. Ultimately, with a willingness to be open to change, she was able to let go of all the grief, guilt, shame, and anger that she had held onto for so many years.
5 Benefits of Outpatient Addiction Treatment for Executives
An outpatient addiction treatment program can provide flexible, discreet, and confidential rehab to help business executives maintain their careers and personal reputations.
Emily’s Story of Addiction Recovery (SOAR)
At Nova, Emily worked closely with the treatment staff and her counselor, who helped her understand her struggle with codependency. In working with treatment professionals, she discovered that her addiction was more complex than she had imagined. For years, she had been trying to use alcohol to deal with clinical issues instead of addressing the root causes of those issues.
Justin’s Story of Addiction Recovery (SOAR)
Justin says the most important thing for him was to remain humble and teachable. Even though he had been sober for years before going to Nova, he went into treatment acting like he knew nothing. He listened, was open to change, and did what he was asked to do, which has all paid off.
How Grief and Substance Abuse Are Connected
As the side effects of the unresolved grief and substance abuse worsen, the issues are compounded, creating significant psychological, spiritual, and physical turmoil. Without treatment and support, it is challenging to work through these complex issues and find hope. If you or a loved one feels stuck in a cycle of grief and substance abuse, there is a way out. Learning more about how substance abuse and grief relate to each other may help you understand why professional treatment is often necessary to heal.
Nick’s Story of Addiction Recovery (SOAR)
Peter spent 12 years sober and has worked in the addiction treatment industry for more than a decade. After relapsing last year, he was able to get back on his feet with the help of the team at Nova. He learned some important lessons in the process and we are so happy to see him healthy and sober again!
What to Expect In Life Skills Therapy
According to a national survey, about 14.1 million adults had alcohol use disorder in 2019.1 Despite how common the disease is and the havoc it wreaks on people’s lives, alcoholism is a treatable disorder. With the right kind of support and treatment, people of all backgrounds recover from alcohol use disorder.