Nov 6, 2018 | Blog, Adolescent Treatment, Communication, Helping a Loved One, Stress
Worried about your teenager? Here are some signs to look for that may indicate that your teenager is stressed or at risk for mental health or substance abuse issues. Sleep disturbance – This includes having nightmares, sleeping too much or too little, or waking up...
Oct 29, 2018 | Depression, Helping a Loved One, Mental Health
Depression is a debilitating disease that affects not only the depressed person but also those who live with them. When someone is depressed, they tend to feel sad, hopeless, helpless, tired, irritated, and worthless. They may withdraw from those around them and lose...
Oct 22, 2018 | Addiction, Alcohol, Substance Abuse
When recovering from addiction, it is important to realize that sobriety is the foundation of your life. Sobriety doesn’t guarantee a good life, but good things become elusive without sobriety. The more you are convinced that everything in life depends on your...
Oct 10, 2018 | Addiction, Alcohol, Substance Abuse
Do you have a hard time picturing your life without alcohol or drugs? Do you yearn to return to the “good old days” of being able to party without worrying about consequences? Do you keep telling yourself that you will be able to control the amount you drink this...
Oct 3, 2018 | Abuse, Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Trauma
In today’s world, it seems like reports of sexual abuse are everywhere. Given the recent headlines, it would be easy to think that sexual abuse is on the rise. Unfortunately, those of us in the mental health profession know that sexual abuse has been a painful reality...
Oct 3, 2018 | Mental Health, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Stress, Substance Abuse, Trauma
If you are asking the question “am I going crazy”, the answer is that you probably aren’t. Most people who lose touch with reality (i.e. hallucinations, delusions, paranoia), usually don’t ask this question. They are typically unaware that they are becoming delusional...
Sep 26, 2018 | Anxiety, Adolescent Treatment, Mental Health
Many teenagers have anxiety. Some of this anxiety in teens occurs because of the normal transition from childhood to adulthood. During this time, teenagers experience physical, intellectual, and social changes. Their thinking becomes more abstract and complex and...
Sep 26, 2018 | Substance Abuse, Addiction, Alcohol
Ever wonder why someone goes back to drinking or doing drugs after getting clean and sober? To an outside observer, this process of “falling off the wagon” or relapsing often doesn’t make any sense, especially if the alcoholic or addict has either been sober for a...
Sep 20, 2018 | Adolescent Treatment
If you are dealing with a teenager that is difficult to manage or that goes in and out of a crisis, We Can Help! Our team of therapists and psychiatrists can assist you in getting your teenagers back on the road to recovery. We specialize in the treatment of teenagers...
Sep 20, 2018 | Substance Abuse, Addiction, Adolescent Treatment, Adult Treatment
If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol and/or drug abuse, We Can Help. Our team of therapists and psychiatrists can assist you in getting the help you need to overcome addictions and begin a path toward lasting sobriety. While In Our Program, You Will:...