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Benefits of Alcohol Rehab in Ohio

Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and is the Vice President of Clinical Operations for Ohio. Mikaela has grown with… read more Published: January 16, 2022 Updated: January 4, 2022 Millions of people in the United States deal with alcohol dependence or alcohol use disorder (AUD), but only a fraction reach out for professional help. There are numerous reasons why a person may not want to enroll in a treatment program for AUD,…

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The Importance of Peer Support in Addiction Recovery

Peer Support, Recovery, Rehabilitation

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor… read more Published: January 13, 2022 Updated: January 4, 2022 If your home environment or social circle contributes to your substance use disorder (SUD), you may be concerned about how you will sustain your sobriety after quitting drugs or alcohol. Not everyone has an ideal living situation for lasting recovery, which is why peer support in…

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Benefits of Alcohol Rehab in Virginia

Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor… read more Published: January 12, 2022 Updated: January 4, 2022 Although millions of people throughout the country deal with alcohol use disorder (AUD), many avoid getting professional help. However, an alcohol rehab in Virginia can be your most powerful ally for overcoming AUD. If you or someone you loved would benefit from alcohol rehab in Virginia,…

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3 Things to Know Before Attending a Suboxone Clinic in Virginia

Drug Addiction Treatment, Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor… read more Published: December 24, 2021 Updated: December 16, 2021 If you have ever tried to overcome substance use disorder cold turkey, you are familiar with the withdrawal symptoms that can arise. The severity of withdrawal can make it challenging to stay on course and often ends in relapse. For those who are ready to give…

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Finding the Best Methadone Clinic in Mason, Ohio

Drug Addiction Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and is the Vice President of Clinical Operations for Ohio. Mikaela has grown with… read more Published: December 21, 2021 Updated: December 16, 2021 If you have been diagnosed with an opioid use disorder (OUD), you may wonder how methadone medication assisted treatment (MAT) can help. Methadone has long been used to help people ease off their dependence on opioid drugs such as heroin and prescription opioids…

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Benefits of Virtual Therapy During the Holidays

Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Virtual Therapy

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and is the Vice President of Clinical Operations for Ohio. Mikaela has grown with… read more Published: December 19, 2021 Updated: December 13, 2021 Over the past year, more services have become virtual, and therapy is no exception. Many people love the ease and convenience of receiving therapy right in the comfort of their own homes. If you have never tried telehealth therapy before, the holiday season…

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Where to Find MAT Clinics in Kentucky

Drug Addiction Treatment, Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda Roper, LCSW, LISW Rhonda Roper joined BrightView as Vice President of Clinical Services to expand services into the state of Kentucky. Rhonda is a Licensed Clinical… read more Published: December 18, 2021 Updated: December 16, 2021 The incidence of drug overdose deaths has increased significantly in Kentucky over the past several years, bringing to the forefront the need for more MAT clinics in Kentucky. While these fatalities were not all necessarily related to opioid use, dependence on…

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Navigating the Holiday Season With Someone In Recovery

Peer Support, Recovery, Rehabilitation

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor, LMHC Mikaela Taylor is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and is the Vice President of Clinical Operations for Ohio. Mikaela has grown with… read more Published: December 9, 2021 Updated: December 16, 2021 The holiday season can be overwhelming and stressful for anyone; however, it can be even more so for those in recovery. Most people who have been in recovery for a while or have a few years of experience with sobriety are more skilled…

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What to Do if You Relapse

Drug Addiction Treatment, Peer Support, Recovery, Rehabilitation

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor… read more Published: November 18, 2021 Updated: November 4, 2021 When you take the step to get help for substance use disorder, you may be hard on yourself if you relapse before completing treatment. However, you must realize that recovery is a journey with many detours. Relapse is a normal part of that journey, so you…

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Psychological Signs of Heroin Withdrawal

Drug Addiction Treatment, Opioid Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Author Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan Bielecki, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS Dan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor… read more Published: November 15, 2021 Updated: November 4, 2021 Heroin is a powerful opioid drug that can hook users as early as the first use. The appeal of this drug is the euphoric feeling it imparts, making the individual using it feel happy, relaxed, and pain-free. Many people transition to heroin from prescription opioids when…

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