“We came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.” Alcoholic’s Anonymous, 12 Steps Recovery…
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Defining Three Circles of Sexual Recovery
Sexual addiction and recovery can be controversial constructs. Unlike addictions to chemicals or substances, sex and sexuality are intrinsic facets…
Read MoreStep 1: Powerlessness & Unmanageability
Recovery is a journey of a thousand steps. However, this journey cannot begin without taking that first forward motion. Step…
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Worthy of Healing
Healing is a deeply personal endeavor. There does not exist a one-size-fits-all model which every human being living on earth…
Read MoreTrauma: The Gateway Drug
Many of us have heard the argument marijuana or cannabis is the gateway drug that often leads individuals to become…
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Addressing Trauma in Addiction Treatment: A Call to Therapists
Addiction impacts us all. The word addiction often evokes negative stereotypes and labels to include junkie, bum, addict, and abuser.…
Read MoreRecognizing Trauma Symptoms and Treatment Considerations
The word trauma has increased in usage over past two decades in part to criticisms of traditional therapy models that…
Read MoreMindful Breathing Exercise
My latest video on mindful breathing lasts about six minutes. Practicing mindfulness paves the way to live more focused in…
Read MoreStar Breathing Skill
Stress and anxiety get the best of it of us sometimes. Mindfulness breathing skills can help us to regulate the…
Read MoreAre you listening to your emotions? Let’s ask your body….
Lately I have been spending time both personally and professional talking about the power of emotions and the body. Emotions…
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