If you have ever considered going to a treatment program for your drug or alcohol addiction but can’t take the time away from your job or family, our outpatient program may be the perfect option. When most people think of an outpatient program they think of AA or NA programs. These programs focus on living […]

Celebrity gossip magazines are full of stories of celebrities suffering from drug and alcohol addiction. While these stories speak of addiction in an entertaining light, these issues should not be taken lightly. Many celebrities have lost their lives far too soon due to substance abuse issues that have resulted in an overdose. Michael Jackson’s Painful […]

While many people may think that a one size fits all approach to addiction recovery is effective, we realize that each person’s addiction is unique. Whether your addiction is caused by an underlying mental illness such as depression or a past experience, we can tailor your treatment accordingly. This personalized approach to treating addictions has […]

While many people realize that drug and alcohol addiction is a chronic disease, few realize that your mental health plays a large role in your addictions. Suffering from anxiety, depression, or other mental illnesses can trigger your dependence upon these substances as a way of coping. Because your mental health often contributes to your addiction, […]

Suffering from drug and alcohol addiction is stressful for yourself and your family. If you are unable to spend a lengthy period of time at an inpatient facility, an intensive outpatient treatment may be right for you. Main Differences Between Inpatient And Outpatient Treatment Before deciding whether you should enroll in an inpatient or outpatient […]

One of the emotions that is common to a person in the throes of addiction is a sense of shame. This disease has the potential to damage a person’s self-esteem to the very core, as well as his or her relationships with family and friends. By the time someone gets to the point where he […]

Are you looking for help for yourself or a loved one who is addicted to drugs or alcohol? To achieve long term addiction recovery, your first step is to understand and accept that you are dealing with a chronic disease. By taking a step-by-step approach to treatment and working with the addictions counselors and other […]

Former Backstreet Boy Nick Carter married Lauren Kitt in Santa Barbara on April 12. The ceremony took place outdoors with the bridal couple surrounded by white and purple flowers. The bride’s father did walk her down the aisle, but it’s not clear how many of the groom’s family members were present on his big day. […]

When someone seeks help for substance abuse, they are asking for treatment for a complicated disorder. In some cases, a person may have started using drugs and/or alcohol to control symptoms of a mental illness. This type of self-medication is not uncommon, and when a person needs treatment for addiction and a mental health issue, […]

The goal of drug and alcohol detoxification is to break free the toxins remaining from substance use. Since addicts are using substances regularly, their brains adapt to the presence of the chemical substance. Once they stop using, the person may experience both physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms. Drug and alcohol detox programs offer treatment to […]