Chris Kirk: A Sobering Return We want to congratulate Chris Kirk for winning the prestigious Honda Classic trophy. “I owe everything that I have in my entire life to my sobriety,” Kirk said Sunday evening, the winner’s glass Honda Classic trophy at his side. “I wouldn’t be doing this for a living anymore. I probably […]
I am happy to announce that I have expanded my services at Campbell Recovery Services. Last week I completed module 1 of the Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) training through the International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals. This is based on the work of Dr. Patrick Carnes, a renowned expert in the field of […]
David Crosby, renowned singer and songwriter, passed away recently after a long period of declining health. Perhaps best known for his time with Crosby, Stills, and Nash, Crosby went on to have a solo career afterwards. While he is widely recognized for his musical talent, Crosby did have a darker side. He had struggled with […]
Anger is a natural part of life, but there are times when this anger can become a problem. Whether set off by the most minute circumstances or a response that is over the top, anger management problems need to be addressed. Extreme anger can affect you and those around you, having a negative impact on […]
Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Death Brings Light to High-Functioning Depression The recent suicide of tv personality Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss has brought to the forefront the discussion about the dangers of high-functioning depression. This seemingly always smiling, happy television personality was in fact hiding a dark secret from even his closest friends and family. Boss was struggling […]
Resolving to Lead a Drug and Alcohol-Free Life for the New Year The New Year often brings big resolutions, some that stick and others that may be more fleeting. Those resolutions that involve leading a sober life, eliminating drugs and alcohol, are some of the most important for those that have struggled with addiction. The […]
Gratitude Journals and How They Can Improve Your Mental Health It can be easy to overlook the many things that you have in your life to be thankful for, instead focusing solely on the problems. This type of outlook can have a negative impact on your mental health. By taking the time to recognize things […]
Tips for Staying Drug and Alcohol-Free During the Holidays The holidays can be a triggering time for those recovering from drug and alcohol abuse. From the stress that goes along with the season to being surrounded by alcohol at holiday events, it is important that you have a toolkit of strategies to ensure that you […]
How to Best Handle the Stress of Visiting Family Over the Holidays Time spent together with family can be a struggle, with many personalities clashing. It can also be a time when past feelings of conflict are brought up again that may stem as far back as childhood. This makes it difficult to enjoy the […]
Managing the Pressure to Do Everything During the Holiday Season The holiday season can bring more than joy for many people, as they struggle to get everything done. From shopping for presents to decorating and hosting relatives, the holidays can be a very stressful time. It is important that you remember to slow down and […]