Author name: Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Matthew is a licensed marriage and family therapist who is passionate about building the lives of those suffering from addiction.  His professional goal is to give each and every client the tools necessary to maintain a successful and sober lifestyle post treatment. Matthew uses a variety of clinical modalities and prefers a person-centered, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused approach to therapy.

What Is the Connection Between Addiction and Homelessness in California?

What Is the Connection Between Addiction and Homelessness in California?

Addiction and homelessness are connected in a way that can easily be overlooked. Any day, you may come across someone struggling with addiction but not appear to be. You can also come across someone homeless who does not appear to be.  This is why sometimes the connection between addiction and homelessness goes unnoticed. Have you

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The Benefits of Kolb's Four-Stage Experiential Learning Cycle

The Benefits of Kolb’s Four-Stage Experiential Learning Cycle

Kolb’s four-stage experiential learning cycle is implemented in many aspects of life. It can be found in schools, workplaces, and mental health facilities. You may have even used it before without even knowing it. But what exactly is the experiential learning cycle? What Is Kolb’s Four-Stage Experiential Learning Cycle? David Kolb is an educational theorist

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Setting Boundaries in Group Therapy for Boosted Recovery

Setting Boundaries in Group Therapy for Boosted Recovery

Group therapy can be a fantastic tool for people in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD). It allows you to share your experiences and trauma with your peers freely. One of the biggest benefits of group therapy is the understanding of yourself that you can gain from listening to others who may have similar experiences.

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Can Family Therapy Resolve the Impact of Intergenerational Trauma?

Can Family Therapy Resolve the Impact of Intergenerational Trauma?

It is no news that exposure to traumatic experiences may increase people’s vulnerability to substance use disorders. Scientific research has proven the high correlation between trauma and addiction. When these adverse and traumatic experiences occur in childhood and within the home environment, the negative health impacts can be even more long-lasting. In general, people who

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Top Five Benefits of Spirituality in Recovery

Top Five Benefits of Spirituality in Recovery

Do you consider yourself a spiritual person? Are you practicing any religion? If so, you do not need to consider spirituality a distraction during recovery from addiction. Quite the contrary, spirituality can be highly beneficial to recovering individuals. Furthermore, since recovery is a journey of self-exploration, your spiritual practices may support you in this area

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5 Communication Skills That Will Save Your Life From Addiction

5 Communication Skills That Will Save Your Life From Addiction

Good communication is an essential skill that can help you maintain recovery progress. Restoration of communication skills is part of recovery. Communication is your main channel for getting external support from health professionals, family, and friends. Your communication skills can be strengthened through different therapies and peer group interactions. Let’s look at some of the

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