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Throughout your recovery journey, it can be hard at the time to love yourself, especially during the beginning stages of recovery when it feels like your life is spiraling out of control. Substance use disorder (SUD) and addiction can cause deep seeded feelings of guilt and shame, making you feel unworthy of self-love. An important thing

Realizing you have substance use disorder (SUD) can be a shocking and intimidating discovery that can leave you questioning yourself on what to do moving forward or what to expect out of substance use treatment. First, you have to understand what SUD is and the dangers that come with substance use. Each person is different when

Freeing yourself of substances through addiction treatment is a life-changing experience. The overall goal that you are striving to achieve is long-term success in sobriety. In treatment, there is constant guidance available to you, but once you leave, how do you continue to stay on track? Unfortunately, long-term sobriety is not always an easy task. While

When considering treatment for substance use disorder (SUD), it is important to consider which options resonate best with you. While strategies like group therapy can aid those in recovery, there are still many different approaches available. At Healing Pines Recovery, we offer both conventional and holistic programs that promote healing and well-being. One of the holistic

When it comes to treating addiction, there are many things to consider, like where your addiction stems from. In many cases, addiction is the outcome of untreated trauma. Addiction can be an unhealthy learned coping method and survival skill that seemingly help to manage the overwhelming feelings of trauma. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR)

Finding the right treatment center for your unique needs can be a challenging task. With so many options out there, how do you know which is the best one for you? At Healing Pines Recovery in Elizabeth, Colorado, we offer many treatment options to explore. Being located in Colorado allows us to provide programs that

The age-old saying that many young men grew up hearing is that boys do not cry. You may even have been told that crying is a sign of weakness. Today, it is known that these statements are not true and that being vulnerable takes a lot of strength; however, if you are a man who

Therapy is a powerful tool used in the recovery process with various methods to fulfill the needs of each situation. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of therapy that uses solution-focused psychotherapy. At Healing Pines Recovery, we use CBT as a strong component in our inpatient rehab program. CBT has been proven to be

When considering what type of treatment would best suit you through your recovery journey, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is often forgotten. Unlike cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), DBT mainly focuses on your struggle with substance use disorders and multiple psychosocial disorders, including suicidal ideations. At Healing Pines Recovery, we offer the guidance and support that you need

When seeking treatment for opioid use disorders or substance use disorders, it can be overwhelming to find the best treatment option for you. At Healing Pines Recovery we have medication-assisted treatment (MAT) available that specializes in the treatment of substance use disorders. While MAT is most effective in treating opioid use disorders, it can also

When beginning your journey into recovery, therapy and other forms of treatment may be incredibly beneficial to implement. Determining which forms of treatment to implement can be overwhelming, as there are a lot of options to consider. Remember that you do not have to choose one single form of treatment or therapy. This is where

When facing a loved one with an addiction, it can be hard to recognize the signs and symptoms from an outside perspective. Substance use disorder is often a difficult topic of discussion; at times, you may feel like there is no way to support your partner. It is important to understand that addiction is not

When working through your recovery journey, many different practices can help in your treatment. When looking at all options, it can seem so overwhelming with the other stressful aspects of recovery. Luckily, there is a simple activity that has an incredible amount of benefits and is easy to implement. That activity is walking. It may

When working through recovery, there are many ways to boost your mental health and practices to implement that will help further assist you in your recovery journey. Holistic treatment plans offer a different approach to recovery. An article posted by the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs has shown that holistic approaches to recovery can provide a

When it comes to recovery, many things can affect the process and potential for success. One of the positive things that you can do to keep a healthy recovery path is to maintain physical wellness. Physical wellness can consist of exercise, keeping a healthy diet, and managing your sleep schedule. When working through treatment, you

Substance use disorder (SUD) is experienced differently by each person who goes through it, each person has their own path and patterns. What is patently true though, is that different genders experience things differently. Society puts different expectations on men and women, makings their life experiences different from each other, including their experiences with substances. Even

Veterans sacrifice their health to serve their country. The level of trauma involved in combat increases the risk of developing substance use disorder (SUD). Male veterans are more than twice as likely to develop SUD with multiple co-occurring conditions. Trauma causes isolation, which makes adjusting to life difficult. Veterans often feel out of step with people

Psychologists in addiction treatment centers often present mindfulness to you as a tool. It will help guide you through the ups and downs of recovery. What is mindfulness though? Why is it necessary? How does it help substance use disorder (SUD)? It is important to address the importance of mindfulness in recovery. Understanding Mindfulness and Dissociation Mindfulness

When you develop a substance use disorder (SUD), it can overtake every part of your life. Your self-esteem may plummet, making self-care more difficult. Intoxication becomes uncontrollable, and your work performance might decrease in quality. Perhaps your identity starts centering around harmful terms like "addict," "drunk," or "junkie." Relationships strain and fracture with enough pressure;

Addiction is a chronic and complex disease. There is a misinterpretation that addiction is a choice. This is dangerous because addiction requires treatment the same way other serious conditions do. Accepting help is one of the first steps toward breaking the pattern of addiction and moving toward a healthier lifestyle. Accepting help for addiction means embracing

If you or someone you love is in search of a substance use disorder center in Colorado, Healing Pines Recovery is ready to be that home away from home. Our unique state-of-the-art facility and treatment modalities allow us to give you top-notch care. Before you book a tour with us, we want to give you

One symptom of a substance use disorder (SUD) that may often be overlooked is the feeling of isolation. You may be so deep into your addiction that you do not even realize how isolated you have become from others. One day you might look up and realize you have pushed your family and friends away.

Sense memories can activate trauma responses in the body when triggered. The symptoms of anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health issues all contribute to the stressors that can set off trauma responses in individuals recovering from substance use disorder (SUD). According to research published in Clinical Psychology, "The comorbid presentation of PTSD and

Substance use disorder (SUD) can affect anyone at any stage of life regardless of age, gender, status, or income. It is a very serious mental health disorder that can cause significant damage to an individual's body, mind, and spirit if left untreated. It is very courageous to reach out for help if an individual is

When individuals begin treatment for substance use and any co-occurring disorders, they will participate in one-on-one sessions with a licensed addiction therapist, treatment center activities, and small group therapy sessions. While individual therapy will allow clients to discuss some of the more intimate struggles with substance use, small groups work to give clients a sense

Taking just one evening walk through a beautiful forest, down a peaceful country lane, or even in your own backyard can give you a preview of the healing properties of nature. Getting back in tune with nature and the beauties of this world can help remind you what you should preserve your life for. Substance use

Substance use can quickly become all-encompassing, negatively affecting your physical and mental well-being as well as your sleep cycle. Sleep disturbances and inconsistent amounts of sleep can contribute to many problems in the body's systems, such as digestion, brain function, and behaviors. Chronic sleep deprivation can contribute to high blood pressure, stroke, depression, and a

Substance use disorder (SUD) is a chronic mental illness where you may find yourself unable to stop using drugs or alcohol despite the negative effects this use can have on your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Receiving professional treatment for SUD could save your life. Recovery centers like Healing Pines Recovery will provide you with high-quality,

Trauma and AddictionAt Healing Pines, our main focus is on addiction and recovery. However, we also recognize that there is a lot more to addiction and recovery than just focusing on the substance abuse. One of our other main focuses is trauma and the role it plays both in active addiction, and also in learning

Addiction and The Family System When we typically think about addiction, we associate it with an individual struggling with substances.  The reality is that the disease of addiction affects much more than that.  Everyone in the family system is impacted by this disease.  Many times, family members experience similar feelings and symptoms as their loved one.