Though the relationship between moral injury and addiction is (unfortunately) not often discussed in addiction treatment settings, moral injury remains a powerful force that can thwart recovery efforts. The significant emotional impacts of moral injury in relation to substance use warrants careful attention and consideration.

Those who have endured a traumatic experience may attempt to disconnect from the painful emotions resulting from the trauma. In an effort to avoid pain, the survivor will start to shut out, numb away, or ignore their emotions. As we will discuss, this pushing away of emotions can paradoxically result in prolonged emotional suffering.

Establishing healthy boundaries is crucial to building and maintaining healthy relationships. In this blog, we’ll explore why setting boundaries is vital for the well-being of individuals and the sustainability of meaningful connections.

Understanding the nuances between various approaches to addressing trauma can help you decide which treatment models are the best fit for you. In the world of trauma recovery, two commonly used phrases are "trauma-informed care" and "trauma-focused care." While they sound similar, they represent distinct methodologies in supporting individuals affected by trauma.

When deciding to make any change, sustainability is crucial. Incorporating mindfulness strategies into our lives can greatly enhance our ability to create sustainable and meaningful transformations.

When substances become a way to cope with the pain of mental health struggles, it can create a vicious cycle that intensifies both the mental health symptoms and the level of substance use required to cope. It is important to understand how this happens and how therapy can help heal from co-occurring disorders.

Mindfulness has become a buzzword in recent years, often associated with stress relief, improved focus, and overall well-being. But what exactly is mindfulness? This blog post explores the fundamental aspects of mindfulness that can help us grasp its essence.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one of the most well-researched and widely-used psychotherapies; however, many therapy-seekers are unfamiliar with the approach. This post seeks to outline the basics of CBT and a few of its applications.

PTSD has historically been poorly understood, and many misconceptions about PTSD persist to this day. Dispelling these harmful misconceptions is crucial to recovery.

The Avoidance Trap - How Avoidance Makes Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD Worse and What You Can Do About It.