Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Many people that struggle with addiction continue to do so because they are not ready to accept the consequences that their substance-using behavior has… Read More
Rehabilitation Blog Posts by Casa Palmera Staff
The Connection Between Anxiety and Addiction
Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Anxiety disorders and substance use disorders (SUDs) are among the most prevalent mental health conditions in the United States. Coincidentally, they often co-occur together… Read More
Rounding Out Addiction Treatment With Holistic Therapy
Updated on 3/2/2023 Traditional therapy methods are rarely enough to build the foundation for a successful recovery. With that realization established, many mental health and addiction recovery facilities have incorporated… Read More
Conscious Recovery & the Power of Gratitude
Conscious Recovery & the Power of Gratitude Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Addiction and mental health recovery facilities increasingly recognize the importance of individualized treatment. When… Read More
3 Types of Grounding Techniques to Calm Your Mind
Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT It is normal at times to feel flustered or overwhelmed by life’s responsibilities. Whether you are working to maintain recovery or trying to keep… Read More
Conscious Recovery & the Power of Gratitude
Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Conscious Recovery is a 12-week program that Casa Palmera offers to patients as a supplement to clinical therapies used in addiction treatment…. Read More
Rounding Out Addiction Treatment with Holistic Therapy
Updated on 07/03/23 Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT Treating patients with a substance use disorder is a complicated process. Each individual has had unique life experiences that have… Read More
Grounding Techniques to Calm Your Mind in Addiction Recovery
Updated on 3/2/2023 The grounding techniques outlined in this blog can help lower your anxiety levels. Addiction and anxiety are recognized as commonly co-occurring disorders. When a person self-medicates to… Read More
What Are the Risks of Abusing Xanax?
Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Xanax is a medication prescribed to reduce anxiety and panic-related symptoms. This substance can cause a number of problems for patients,… Read More
Doctor Shopping: Could I Have a Pill Problem?
Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Doctor shopping can be a risky practice. Addiction to prescription medications and worsened mental health outcomes occur when you bounce from one… Read More