by WestBridge | May 26, 2023 | Recovery, Therapy, Wellness, WestBridge
Choosing recovery for yourself, and setting it as the foremost goal for your life, is progress in its own right, and something to be proud of. As you strive toward that goal, however, you will inevitably encounter obstacles along the way. The road to recovery is never...
by WestBridge | May 19, 2023 | Recovery, Wellness, WestBridge
Recovery from substance use or a mental health disorder is similar to recovering from any other chronic illness. Successful recovery, while it can seem to take a lifetime, requires changes in living that help manage symptoms and promote health. Those who are...
by WestBridge | May 14, 2023 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, Recovery, Therapy, Wellness, WestBridge
Did you know that January is set aside as National Mentor Month? It’s a season in which we’re all encouraged to reflect on the good things that come from nurturing, one-on-one relationships. And while mentorship can have a positive impact on many areas of our lives,...
by WestBridge | May 12, 2023 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, Recovery, Therapy, Wellness, WestBridge
The recovery process can be emotionally draining—and not just for the individual in recovery. Close friends and family members can also find the process to be taxing; simply trying to provide support to their loved one takes its toll, and leaves the family members in...
by WestBridge | May 6, 2023 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, Recovery, Therapy, Wellness, WestBridge
If the practice of resolution-making is a common occurrence in early January, resolution-breaking is nearly as routine, usually starting to happen before month’s end. Of course this can be daunting and dispiriting: We tend to get excited about living a new life and...
