For many people entering recovery, the hardest part of alcohol withdrawal lasts a few days, and the acute phase is largely over within a week.
When you hear “art therapy,” you might picture finger paints, crafts, or awkward group projects that feel disconnected from recovery—and perhaps even from reality. If you already feel skeptical about therapy, adding drawing, music, writing, or movement into residential treatment may sound more ridiculous than a kindergarten class for adults. Art therapy usually isn’t about talent, artistic skill, or acting like a child. It’s simply one way to process stress, trauma, emotions, and experiences that
Multidimensional family therapy (MDFT) is a specific type of therapy geared toward teens and young adults. Learn more about it here.
The average cost of drug rehab in the U.S. falls around $13,475 per person. Learn more about the costs and some free options.
Learn more about Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy For substance use disorder – including what to expect and how its administered.
You may live a ways outside of town, with little access to transport to get you to group meetings or individual therapy appointments. You’ve heard about Artificial Intelligence (AI) counselors and robot therapists that you can access from home. But you’re wondering if that could actually help, or if you’d do better traveling to care at Waypoint Recovery Center. This blog will help give you a clear lay of AI land: what it can and
You might wonder if you should tell anyone at all about entering treatment for substances—especially family members or loved ones who might not understand what you’re going through. At the same time, family involvement can sometimes strengthen your support system and help guarantee your progress. Ultimately, it’s your choice who knows about your recovery journey. This blog will walk you through what to consider before involving family, the ways family can support you, and how
As you work toward long-term recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), you may feel like therapy is just another box to check. In reality, it can be one of the strongest, most supportive tools you sharpen. But without clear goals, it’s easy to feel like you’re drifting from one session to the next without knowing if you’re moving forward. Setting goals for your time in therapy can give you that direction, help you measure progress,
Staying substance-free might feel like you’re in a constant battle with your mind and body. And if you’ve already completed residential treatment or are currently working hard in intensive outpatient program (IOP), you might wonder why cravings still hit so hard, or why you still feel like your recovery is shaky. You’re not alone, and you’re not weak. There are scientific reasons why recovery feels so hard, and they go beyond willpower or the myth of
If you’re starting to feel like your drinking, opioid use, or other substance use is getting out of control, you’re not alone—and it’s okay to feel unsure about what to do next. Figuring out what kind of help is available and whether you qualify for treatment can feel overwhelming. You may be asking yourself two important questions: “Do I qualify for treatment?” and “Will my insurance cover it?” The good news is that many health