Addiction Treatment in Iowa: Articles & Blog Posts
How Do I Become an Addiction Counselor?
If you are in addiction recovery and looking for ways to give back to your community and find work that...
Setting Boundaries to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
If your loved one suffers from a substance use disorder, you know how hard it can be to try to...
Happy (& Sober) New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Transitions can be challenging, but they also present opportunities to reflect and even celebrate. The New Year is a transition...
5 Reasons to Enter Treatment Over the Holidays
If you are struggling with substance use and thinking about getting help, don’t let the holiday season delay your treatment....
Coping with Stress During the Holidays
As the holiday season continues its march through the next month, it can bring with it excitement and energy. If...
Giving Back Versus Giving Gifts
As we approach the season of gift-buying and giving, the financial burden can feel a little overwhelming depending on the...
Here’s to a Happy, Sober Thanksgiving
It’s a beautiful time of year, as October comes to a colorful end and November brings shorter days and the...
How To Tell Someone You’re Dating That You’re In Recovery
Everyone deserves love and mutual support, whether or not they’re recovering from a substance use disorder. However, when it comes...
Is Iowa Struggling With Addiction?
Iowa State is filled with culture, delicious food, and one of the highest numbers of motorcycle owners in the country....
How to Cope Without Drinking
Effective Sober Coping Strategies in Recovery Coping with stressful circumstances is a psychological and emotional skill. If you are in...
Christian Values That Support Recovery
Core Christian values could be widely disputed, but it’s probably safe to say that the foundation of Christianity is based...
What Are Toxic Relationships in Recovery?
From a mental health perspective, a toxic relationship is any type of sustained interaction with someone that leaves you feeling...