CBT vs. DBT: What’s the Difference?
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are both evidence-based psychotherapy approaches used to treat mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
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Women’s Support Groups: Building Community and Strength in Recovery
Recovery is rarely a straight path, and women often face challenges that are unique to their gender, including trauma, caregiving responsibilities, and social stigma. A women’s support group addresses these challenges directly by providing both emotional and practical support in a setting designed specifically for women.
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Dealing with a Technology Addiction
While technology use isn't a primary treatment focus at Crestview Recovery, we understand that unhealthy or compulsive digital habits, especially around social media, can impact daily life and emotional well-being. During the pandemic, increased screen time and online engagement left many people feeling more isolated than connected. At our Oregon facility, Crestview Recovery primarily
5 Common Causes of Childhood Trauma
Childhood trauma can have lingering effects that are felt long into adulthood and seriously impact people’s mental health. It can cause depression and anxiety and negatively impact work and personal relationships. There are multiple causes of childhood trauma that can impact children now and in the future. Starting treatment for childhood trauma today is essential
Substance Use Group Therapy Activities Can Help You Succeed
Getting help for substance use is very valuable. One of the ways to get good advice is through interaction with others who are facing the same issues. Substance use group therapy activities can be an essential part of that interaction. While experts recommend individual therapy, many people who are facing substance use issues enjoy their
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5 Fun Sober Group Activities
Many sober group activities are included in a group therapy program that is a part of an all-encompassing addiction treatment plan. While some people may feel afraid to open up to others during therapy, they soon discover the benefits of different life perspectives while developing long-lasting, supportive friendships. An addiction group therapy program is an
Common Psychological Disorders
People often turn to drugs and alcohol for relief of the symptoms of mental health concerns. For this reason, psychological disorders are major risk factors for developing an addiction. When you come to treatment at Crestview Recovery, you're going to be in the hands of a staff that can help through dual diagnosis treatment. We'll diagnose
What is EMDR Therapy?
EMDR stands for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. It's an integrative form of psychotherapy. This therapy helps people who are dealing with intrusive memories. Frequently, these individuals try to repress the memories of certain events, which won't work. To dull the feelings and thoughts, someone might try to achieve a high. Some individuals choose mind-altering
Hiking Therapy at Crestview Recovery
Hiking in nature is a very therapeutic activity that relieves stress and increases happiness. Also, it's a great form of exercise. Addiction centers are beginning to offer more holistic treatment options for mental health therapy. Options can include art or music therapy, animal therapy, and hiking therapy for addiction recovery. Exercise causes the release of
What are the Signs of a Dissociative Disorder?
Dissociative disorder is a rare mental health disorder that causes a person to feel disconnected from themselves and reality. Moreover, it affects nearly five million men and women across the country each year and is treatable through behavioral therapy and medication. Recognizing the signs of dissociative disorder is important to get a friend or loved
