It takes a great deal of courage to put aside any reservations you have and seek treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction. Once you’ve made that wise decision, you want to be sure you get all you can out of the process. That’s why we tell people at our Fort Collins treatment center that […]
Posted in BlogIf you are in recovery, there are a number of common stimuli that have the potential to trigger a relapse. This can include spending time with certain people, visiting a bar or club where you used to hang out, or even food or music that you associate with drinking or using drugs. However, as experienced […]
Posted in BlogWhen you are in recovery and working hard each day to move your life in a more positive direction, the death of a loved one can be devastating. However, by following some proven strategies from your Fort Collins substance abuse counselor, you can and will survive and keep your recovery on track. Use Their Memory […]
Posted in Blogwww.npr.org October 26, 20175:02 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition President Trump declared a public health emergency to deal with the opioid epidemic Thursday, freeing up some resources for treatment. More than 140 Americans die every day from an opioid overdose, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “We are currently dealing with […]
Posted in BlogOn their own, mental illness and chemical dependency are significant challenges for a person to overcome. When they occur together, the road to recovery can be even longer and more complex. However, as we tell the people we treat for substance abuse paired with conditions like depression and bipolar disorder in Loveland, recovery can be […]
Posted in BlogSpirit Crossing held our annual Chili Cook-off fundraiser on Friday October 6 in celebration of mental health and wellness. [metaslider id=7384] 96 community members and Clubhouse colleagues enjoyed sampling a variety of 10 chili’s, dessert from the Silver Grill Café, coffee from The Human Bean, and root beer from CooperSmith’s Pub and Brewing. All enjoyed […]
Posted in BlogFamily therapy is mental and behavioral health counseling used to help families understand and work through issues that are interfering with the healthy function of the family unit. As a provider of family therapy in Loveland, we stress that “family” does not necessarily mean blood relatives. Anyone who is an integral part of a family […]
Posted in BlogIf you have a drug or alcohol addiction, your family and friends can be a great source of strength and encouragement when you decide you want to get help from a Fort Collins substance abuse counselor to beat it. Unfortunately, most people who have a dependency work hard for years to hide their condition, so […]
Posted in BlogThe next time a Fort Collins police officer is called to help someone experiencing a mental health crisis, his backup might not carry a badge or a gun. Fort Collins Police Services and SummitStone Health Partners this month will begin pairing officers trained in community policing with experts trained in de-escalating mental health crises. The […]
Posted in Blog, NewsAnger is, of course, a normal emotion. However, when a person is angry too often or too intensely, anger can be very destructive. Not only can it damage relationships, it can lead to confusion and frustration in the person who can’t control it. However, as we tell the people we work with at our Fort […]
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