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Depression, Anxiety, and the Importance of Having a Support System
By: Joellen Walter, LPC Depression and anxiety can be debilitating. They can make us feel like we cannot do anything and like the world is against us. These feelings can be incredibly isolating. Knowing where to turn for help can be challenging. This blog post will...

Benefits of IOP for Mental Health
By: Shea Barakatt, MA. LCSW, LCDC | Clinical Director Attending a Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) can offer many benefits if you struggle with mental health concerns. IOPs provide an effective and comprehensive approach to treatment that can help you...

Origins Counseling Center in Dallas Launches Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program
DALLAS – Origins Counseling Center in Dallas, Texas, will open its new Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) on March 6, 2023. This valuable new program will meet the critical need for outpatient services for individuals with mental health disorders....

Importance Family Support Groups
Addiction is a family health crisis with a need for support for everyone affected. In the pursuit of recovery for a loved one, you may overlook the need for care and encouragement for yourself, your spouse, and other family members. Let’s look at how finding and...

The Power of Positive Thinking
Think positive. It's a phrase we've all heard before, and it's a concept that can be applied to many different aspects of our lives. But when it comes to addiction recovery, thinking positively is essential. This guide will discuss the power of positive thinking and...

Grounding Techniques for Panic Attacks
Grounding techniques for panic attacks can help people with substance use disorders protect their recovery. They work by distancing you from flashbacks, negative emotions, and unwelcome memories. Panic attacks can be devastating, especially to someone in recovery. For...

7 Ways to Communicate Better in Your Relationships
Unhealthy relationships are typically marked by consistent, destructive behaviors. As communication is a form of behavior, aggressive communication or a lack of effective communication can impact a relationship negatively. If your primary relationships right now seem...

How Does EMDR Work?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) relies on eye movements to process and release traumatic memories. As these memories have been stored in the brain in a specific way, their resurfacing tends to make a person feel like they’re reliving the same...

What Medications Can I Take in Recovery?
Both over-the-counter (OTC) products and prescription medications can pose a problem for people in recovery. At a time when the focus is on learning how to stay sober, it’s essential to use caution in using substances that may interfere with your recovery or become a...

How to Support a Loved One with an Eating Disorder
The name "eating disorder" tends to imply that food is the issue for a person. The truth is, the act of eating (or not eating) becomes an outward behavior connected to what's motivating it underneath. Eating disorder support can be helpful when recognizing how to...
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