How to Stop Your Loved One from Drinking and Driving
Preventing a DUI is never your responsibility. You can only make decision for yourself, and your loved ones have the free will to make their [...]
An Overview of Therapeutic Approaches
A counselor’s therapeutic approach is the way they work with their clients. Because all counselors are unique individuals, they have different therapeutic approaches. Because all [...]
How Can Exposure Therapy Benefit Me?
Certain anxiety-based disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, post-traumatic stress disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder, can significantly and negatively impact a person's thoughts and quality of [...]
The Risk of Addiction with Prescription Drugs
Prescription drugs are vital medicine for many people. They treat illnesses and medical conditions, and may improve quality of life. However, there could be [...]
What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) for Mental Health?
Reviewed by Jodi Jaspan, MS, LPC Partial Hospitalization is a structured mental health treatment program that runs for several hours each day, three to five [...]
Punishment vs. Positive Reinforcement in Addiction Treatment
Individuals struggle in addiction treatment for many reasons. Sometimes, the main reason is because there is no affirmation or evidence of success. For a person [...]
Dual Diagnosis: Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health and Substance Use
A person who has been diagnosed with both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder has a dual diagnosis. These two disorders are [...]
How to Find a Job After Rehab
Recovering from a substance use disorder is no easy feat, and there are many challenges along the way. One of the most common obstacles in [...]
How to Get Treatment for a Substance Use Disorder Without Losing Your Job
While professional treatment is your best bet for overcoming a substance use disorder, that doesn't mean it's without barriers. If concerns about maintaining employment are [...]
The Ins and Outs of a Return to Work Agreement After Substance Use Treatment & Rehab
An addiction has ripple effects on many people, not just the person using substances. As far as employers are concerned, a substance use habit can [...]
Psychiatrist vs. Psychologist vs. Therapist: A Guide to Mental Health Professionals
When it comes to seeking treatment for a mental health illness, the research can feel wildly overwhelming. With numerous titles like therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists, [...]
What to Do If You Discover Your Teen is Using Drugs or Alcohol
You likely talk to your teen about drugs and alcohol, and the risks associated with using these substances. But have you considered what you would [...]
