Author: Medical Reviewer | Dr. Deena Manion, PsyD, LCSW

Dr. Deena is the Chief Clinical Officer of Westwind Recovery®, an award-winning outpatient treatment center in Los Angeles where she oversees the clinical and administrative program and treatment methods. Dr. Deena is a doctor of psychology and licensed clinical social worker since 1993. LCSW #20628. Originally from the East Coast, Dr. Deena has worked running treatment centers, worked as a therapist in psychiatric hospitals as well as school settings and currently has a thriving private practice in the LA area. Dr. Deena has appeared regularly on the Dr. Phil Show as an expert since 2003. She has also been featured on many other TV shows, podcasts and has contributed to written publications as well as podcasts.

Getting Sober: Different for Introverts and Extroverts - Westwind Recovery®

Getting Sober Is Different for Introverts, Extroverts

Contrary to popular belief, getting sober is not a one-size-fits-all sort of deal. Think about it – you’ve got people from different backgrounds, different habits, different socioeconomic status, different personality, etc. Drug addiction does not only affect one type of person, but it can also latch on and affect anyone. So, what does all that […]

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Learning About Addiction Can Facilitate Recovery | Westwind Recovery®

Learning About Addiction Can Facilitate Recovery

In everything you do in life, education is key. Just think about it: Children are sent to school at such young ages to begin their education. Then, after graduation, there is an emphasis on college or trade schools – again, to become educated in something. Then, when the money starts rolling in, investments are made […]

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What it’s Like to Live in a Sober House

Sober living homes – or sober houses – are a type of transitional housing that was created to fill a need for those completing treatment for substance abuse. Prior to the inception of these homes, individuals, armed with knowledge and coping skills, were being sent back into society once their rehab program ended. Unfortunately, because [...]
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