There are hundreds of triggers and reasons for relapse, but most of them are easily identifiable. For example, some people are triggered by having extra money in their bank account or hanging out with friends who use. However, sometimes people continue to relapse over and...
After more than a decade of practicing psychotherapy I have learned a lot about treating substance use and mental health disorders among women. As I continue to learn and improve my skills as a psychotherapist I have identified a trend, something that lays deep below...
There has been a lot of focus and attention on treating PTSD and trauma in the last few decades. And for good reason. PTSD can be a debilitating disorder, affecting one’s ability to function on a daily basis. People who suffer with PTSD might experience...
What is Trauma Informed Care? Being trauma informed is one of the most important skills I have learned working with women, and especially women in recovery from a substance use disorder. Unfortunately, most women in recovery from addiction experienced a traumatic event before the addiction...