According to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), an estimated 2.3% of people in the U.S. have a lifetime prevalence of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Although 2.3% may sound like a small percentage, that percentage represents millions of people in the U.S. alone. Further, as Frontiers in Psychiatry notes, despite being one of the tenRead More
Art allows people to express their internal landscape through various mediums, providing a sense of catharsis and making it easier to process certain emotions or trauma. Creative therapies, including art, music, and dance, give people who are recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) a new way to voice their struggles and successes. Oftentimes, alumni benefitRead More
Nature and physical activity have a long history of supporting physical and psychological well-being. As noted in “Nurtured by Nature” by Kristen Weir, spending time in nature helps you feel more connected to yourself and the natural world. Through movement, expending energy, and structured activities, you can engage the mind-body connection to foster self-awareness andRead More
The addiction healing journey can be a long and complicated process. There are many different options for treatment, with outpatient being the most prevalent. Even so, you may be asking yourself, “Why isn’t outpatient treatment working for me?” If this is the case, there are many other options you can begin to explore. Outpatient TreatmentRead More
You wake up and hear the birds chirping. The sunbeams are shining through your window and you feel a burst of energy as you open your eyes to meet the day. This is a prime example of how nature and mindfulness can impact your life. Embracing nature can be a simple act like breathing orRead More
Cinema therapy is a powerful healing modality that may sound unfamiliar to you because most treatment programs do not offer it. At The Guest House, however, you can navigate trauma recovery through cinema therapy. Our program uses this innovative modality to add a fun and unique dimension to your healing journey. Healing Through Cinema TherapyRead More
After the initial addiction treatment process, many people will fall back into old patterns and potentially relapse. This is especially true for those who don’t have a solid plan of action in place. To ensure post-treatment success, it’s important to create a solid support structure. The Treatment and Recovery Process Treatment is only the firstRead More
Family relationships can be challenging. Sure, you did not pick your parents, and they may frustrate you. Still, they can be a source of love, support, and affection. However, when you are dealing with addiction or other difficulties in life, it can be easy to become estranged from family members. Reconnecting with parents can bringRead More
According to Mental Health America (MHA), from 2019-2020, 20.78% of adults (over 50 million adults) experienced a mental health disorder. However, only 54.7% of adults (nearly 28 million adults) in the United States receive support to address their mental health disorders. One of the contributing factors to this gap in mental health treatment is stigma.Read More
The journey of recovery is lifelong and wrought with challenges. On your journey, you will likely encounter people who are exhausting and difficult. Conversely, you will also meet people you want to befriend. However, not every person you meet is entitled to know your story, no matter how genuine and nice they may seem. ItRead More