Recovering from sex addiction is a day-by-day process. Using meditation for sex addiction helps people focus on each step of recovery. It helps them feel more in control and grounded in their recovery. What is Meditation? Meditation does not require complete blankness of thought. It doesn’t require special training or hours of work. Meditation is…
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Imagine you’re in a state of distress. You can feel it in your body. Your muscles tighten. Your posture changes. Your facial expression changes. This mind-body connection is the basis for understanding somatic therapy. Somatic therapy uses the mind, body, emotion, spirit connection to treat the whole person. It has a long history of success…
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You likely have heard of dogs as emotional support animals, but have you heard of therapy horses? Those who have experience with horses can tell you that being in a barn grooming, feeding and caring for horses helps relieve stress. Research shows it also lowers blood pressure and improves overall health. Equine therapy benefits people…
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You may have stereotypes in your mind of someone with alcohol addiction, but the symptoms of alcohol addiction vary and may not be as apparent as you think. Knowing the symptoms of alcohol addiction can help you recognize when you or someone you love may need help. What is Alcohol Addiction? Alcohol addiction, alcoholism, and…
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Why should you learn about the signs of sexual abuse? Childhood sexual abuse can be devastating for those who have gone through it. Parents, teachers, family members, and others who work with children or have children in their lives should watch for the signs of child sexual abuse. Why Learn the Signs of Sexual Abuse?…
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It takes courage to admit you need help for a mental illness or substance use disorder. The sooner you seek help, the quicker you will start to recover. But with so many treatment options available, you might wonder when is residential therapy necessary? What is Residential Treatment? Residential treatment for your mental health or substance…
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“Unique as a snowflake.” It’s an expression you may have heard to describe those with individuality. Individuals are all different. What works for one person in managing their mental illness or addictive disorder might not be helpful to you. Integrative therapy considers this. Integrative therapy is a progressive form of psychotherapy that uses therapeutic models…
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The relationship between eating disorders and trauma isn’t coincidental. If you experience trauma, cannot process it, and don’t seek treatment, you can develop psychological issues. These issues may include body image problems and eating disorders. Understanding Disordered Eating People associate eating disorders with unhealthy food behaviors, but they extend far beyond nutrition. They’re not entirely…
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Working in a mental health facility can be challenging, but it also is immensely rewarding. Perhaps you’ve wondered what it would be like to work in a mental health facility yourself. What does the day-to-day look like? What qualifications do you need? Is it a good career option? Keep reading to learn about how Integrative…
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What can working in addiction recovery teach us? Addiction recovery can be challenging, but the team at Integrative Life Center embraces the highs and lows of the healing journey right alongside our patients. The team has gleaned some lessons from working in addiction recovery that might help you understand more about what it’s like. What…
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