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Sobriety Chat: Veronica

Living Sober

Veronica Valli is an author, podcaster, recovery advocate and coach, clinical psychotherapist, wife, mother. Click on the Video or Audio below to hear my Sobriety Chat with Veronica. and she is sober. ©2019 " Living Sober " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

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NASW member comments on staying sober trend

Social Work Blog

“A month off and then some can do so much good for your overall well-being, your memory, your sleep, your digestion,” said NASW member Sabrina Spotorno , a clinical social worker and credentialed alcoholism and substance abuse counselor at Monument, an online platform for alcohol treatment and recovery.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Clients

Gateway Foundation

Sobriety Support You can receive ongoing support, treatment, and resources from a SUPR-funded treatment center. SUPR-licensed organizations offer recovery housing , sobriety-based groups and recreational activities, aftercare programs, and intermittent staff support to help individuals maintain sobriety following treatment.

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Antisocial Behavior and Drug Addiction

Gateway Foundation

Antisocial behavior can be attributed to a personality disorder, though some people who display the symptoms may have “traits” of ASPD without meeting all the clinical criteria. Addiction experts can treat you for both conditions to help you effectively reach sobriety and better health and wellness.

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What Is Xylazine, and Why Is Its Use Growing in Chicago?

Gateway Foundation

It’s essential to seek treatment and withdrawal management services to recover from substance use and maintain sobriety. The proper treatment can help them manage withdrawal symptoms safely, learn healthy coping skills, recover from substance use disorder, and transform their life to maintain sobriety.

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News Items – September 16, 2021

Social Workers Speak

We have had a lot of new people who have not done counseling before,” said Minds in Motion owner Angela Melzer, a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in neuro-based therapy and mindfulness. “I She is a psychotherapist and clinical social worker with a grounded approach that resonates with me. Steamboat Pilot. “We

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Molly vs. Ecstasy: What’s the Difference?

Gateway Foundation

The drug did not undergo clinical trials or have approval from the FDA. Or, there may be other people at their home who use substances, creating an environment they don’t wish to be around as they pursue sobriety. We utilize various therapies and relapse prevention planning to help sustain your sobriety long after recovery.