Addiction Recovery / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

We all know or have at least heard about someone who was addicted to drugs or alcohol. Substance use disorders, alcohol use disorders, and mental health issues are growing at an alarming rate year by year. Almost every day there are stories of people who suffered an overdose or succumbed to their addictions in various [...]

September is Recovery Awareness Month Read More »

The Importance of Partner Support During Recovery

Alcohol / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

People recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) or persistent mental health issues benefit from the support of friends and family. Partner support is critical during early recovery. According to Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment, “[S]upportive relationships with caring family, partners, and friends—including individuals who do not use substances themselves—have proven to be helpful in abstaining

The Importance of Partner Support During Recovery Read More »

How Do the Four Modules of DBT Help Addiction Recovery?

Health and Wellness / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

The four modules of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) can be essential parts of your treatment for addiction and recovery. A decline in mental health can often lead to mental health disorders, which can coincide and coexist with addiction. Many individuals seeking treatment are aware that there are various therapies that are offered in treatment. However,

How Do the Four Modules of DBT Help Addiction Recovery? Read More »

Healthy Recipies For a Nutritious Lifestyle in Recovery

Health and Wellness / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Eating a balanced, nutrient-dense diet is important for everyone, but it can be especially crucial for those in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD). However, “diet culture” is full of bland, boring foods that don't nourish your mind (or your tastebuds) as much as they nourish your body. Eating should be a fun, enjoyable experience

Healthy Recipes for a Nutritious Lifestyle in Recovery Read More »

Alcohol / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Home detox kits are sold across the internet and are rising in popularity among addicts. However, they pose a significant risk to those who use them. But what are home detox kits and the dangers involved when using them? We will look at the most effective ways of detoxing, so you can live the life

What Are the Dangers of Home Detox Kits? Read More »

What Is the Connection Between Addiction and Homelessness in California?

Mental Health / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

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

What Is the Connection Between Addiction and Homelessness in California? Read More »

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

Behavioral Therapy / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

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

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

Setting Boundaries in Group Therapy for Boosted Recovery

Behavioral Therapy / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

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.

Setting Boundaries in Group Therapy for Boosted Recovery Read More »

Substance Abuse / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Hallucinogens like DMT are popular substances for a quick trip with little repercussions. But are there really no risks when you consume hallucinogenic drugs? It turns out, the dangers of DMT may be more serious than you’d think. What Is DMT? DMT (Dimethyltryptamine) is a hallucinogenic substance. It occurs naturally in many species of plants

The Dangers of DMT Read More »

Can Family Therapy Resolve the Impact of Intergenerational Trauma?

Mental Health / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

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

Can Family Therapy Resolve the Impact of Intergenerational Trauma? Read More »