According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 7.7 million adults in the United States have co-occurring mental health disorders and substance use disorder (SUD). Yet, only 9.1% of people receive treatment for SUD and comorbid mental health disorders. Several barriers contribute to comorbid conditions, like a lack of treatment options and awareness ofRead More
The healing power of adventure therapy is significant. What’s more, it’s fun. Delving into activities like ropes courses and equine therapy can boost your endorphins, help you break through emotional barriers, and build trust among your peers. These exciting therapies offered at The Guest House can be a powerful addition to your trauma recovery toolkit.Read More
Alumni who are recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) benefit from creating healthy daily habits that allow them to maintain new skills. According to the journal Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment, “A common obstacle during early recovery is finding new meaningful activities in which to fill these new hours … the structuring and/or restructuring ofRead More
The role of somatic experiencing in trauma recovery is important. This modality, which is offered by The Guest House, provides a body-centered approach that heals your mind, body, and spirit. The Role of Somatic Experiencing in Trauma Recovery The effects of trauma can linger in your body well after the traumatic event has passed. Body-centeredRead More
Some people who are diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD) have complex symptoms that affect their ability to heal and move forward after treatment. Post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS) and other complications may cause people to experience symptoms and side effects for prolonged periods. Treatment programs address these issues by providing clients with skill development andRead More
According to “How to Manage Trauma” from the National Council for Behavioral Health, 223.4 million (70%) U.S. adults have experienced trauma. Trauma is a common part of life, like grieving the loss of a loved one. Despite the prevalence of trauma, many people can recover and go on with their lives. Yet, when left unaddressed,Read More
Sound healing, an ancient practice that transcends cultures and generations, taps into the profound connection between sound frequencies and the human body. By utilizing therapeutic sound vibrations, this holistic approach restores balance and harmony within the body’s nervous system, which can often become dysregulated due to trauma and stress. At The Guest House, we focusRead More
What does it mean to lack self-awareness during recovery? According to Trends in Cognitive Sciences, “Deficits in self-awareness can range from complete denial of the entire illness to more specific metacognitive awareness deficits of individual disease-specific symptoms.” The good news is that addressing deficits in self-awareness can decrease your risk of relapse. Self-awareness is vitalRead More
Many people associate substance use disorder (SUD) with the abuse of alcohol and drugs like opioids. Yet, this association can cause process addictions to often get overlooked as a source of harm to well-being. Process or behavioral addictions are often overlooked because people are unaware of them or do not recognize that they are aRead More
Many people experience trauma in childhood, both “big” traumas and “small” ones. Healing the inner child can profoundly affect your journey and help you find lasting happiness and success. The Inner Child: Childhood Traumas and Wounds Unfortunately, childhood trauma is quite common. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “More thanRead More