Art therapy programs are used to treat psychological disorders and help people improve their mental health. You don’t need to be an artist to enjoy the benefits of art therapy in recovery, of course. The healing benefits of art therapy are accessible to everyone. The arts are forms of communication that can help people express …
Modern recovery programs understand the value of offering a variety of experiential and mindfulness treatments. A yoga therapy program, for instance, can add a new dimension to traditional talk and group therapies. It is considered a complementary treatment, which means it doesn’t replace core modalities but is instead used alongside them. Yoga offers several benefits …
In addition to traditional therapies, many addiction treatment facilities are now integrating holistic healing practices into their provision of services. You may be wondering: what does “holistic” mean, exactly? The term is still unfamiliar to many people because the medical profession in the United States has generally avoided recommending holistic treatment methods—until recently. Alternatives to …
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As a result of the first Earth Day in 1970, the Environmental Protection Agency was founded, and the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Endangered Species Acts were passed. Earth Day also raised a conversation about the importance of sustainability of our ecosystems and being good stewards of the planet. But as we seek the most …