Sep 10, 2025 | addiction, Addiction Counseling, addiction recovery, Addiction Treatment
Why Do I Keep Using Cocaine When I Want to Stop? Cocaine’s Impact on the Brain: Understanding the Science Behind Addiction The question “Why do I keep using cocaine when I want to stop?” has a deeply rooted answer in addiction neuroscience....
Jul 9, 2025 | Addiction Treatment, Co-occurring disorders, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, substance abuse
Depression and substance use disorders create a dangerous partnership that can trap you in a relentless cycle of suffering. These two conditions don’t just coexist – they actively fuel each other, making both challenges increasingly difficult to overcome....
Apr 23, 2025 | Addiction Counseling, Addiction Treatment, EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a groundbreaking approach in addiction treatment, offering hope to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. This innovative therapeutic method uses bilateral stimulation—typically through...
Apr 2, 2025 | Anxiety, Dual Diagnosis, Hydroxyzine
Introduction Living with mental health challenges alongside substance use disorders creates a complex journey toward recovery. Hydroxyzine, a versatile medication primarily known as an antihistamine, has emerged as a valuable tool in addressing these interconnected...
Dec 11, 2024 | Addiction Counseling, addiction recovery, Addiction Treatment, Co-occurring disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, substance abuse, Therapy, Uncategorized
Introduction Mental health screenings are crucial in addiction treatment. They provide valuable information that helps guide the recovery process. These screenings are designed to identify any underlying psychological conditions that may be connected to substance use...