What Are Different Activities in Adventure Therapy?
Treatment for substance abuse issues will look different for every individual. Someone who is struggling with alcohol addiction will require a different treatment plan than someone in treatment for opioid addiction. At Westwind Recovery®, we offer a wide range of therapies for our clients. Every individual in our care receives a personalized treatment plan that […]
What Should You Look For in a Private Luxury One-on-One Care Facility?
For many of those who struggle with substance abuse, privacy during treatment is a high priority. There are a number of reasons why an individual might want privacy as they go through a treatment program. They might have a high-profile job and do not want their team members or members of the public knowing that […]
3 Ways to Enjoy a Sober Thanksgiving
For many people, Thanksgiving is a time to get together and spend time with friends and family. Even if circumstances force you to limit the number of people you surround yourself with, it can still be a nerve-wracking experience if it’s the first one you’ve spent sober in a long time. You’ll need to adjust [...]
5 Benefits of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Sustainable recovery takes more than medication-assisted treatment. In fact, it requires a comprehensive approach involving a variety of therapies provided by a licensed psychotherapist. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is one approach to addiction treatment that is traditionally provided to clients in a residential or outpatient treatment program. This evidence-based treatment utilizes a set of techniques that […]
10 Ways Sober Living Homes Strengthen Your Recovery
Sober living is a recovery stage that occurs after a person completes detoxification (detox) and when they are ready for a treatment program. It offers a period of transition in which a person with substance abuse issues receives the tools and guidance that can help them return to a fully independent lifestyle without abusing drugs. […]
Westwind Recovery® Featured in Shoutout LA
Shoutout LA recently featured a profile of Westwind’s Director of Clinical Programming, Jessica Steinman. Shoutout LA writes about “the folks that make up the fabric of our communities,” and we’re excited that Jessica has been recognized as a force for change in Los Angeles and beyond. Her work is an integral part of what we [...]
5 Ways to Support a Loved One in Recovery
If you are a parent, sibling, spouse, or child of someone who is in recovery at a substance abuse treatment center, likely you experienced what it was like when they were struggling with addiction. You've been through the trials that the illness brings to a person as well as their family. Now that you're loved [...]
Westwind Recovery® Featured in WeHo Times
Westwind Recovery® was recently featured in WeHo Times in an article about our partnership with Bikes and Hikes LA. Our clients enjoyed a day of biking through LA County with free bike rentals and lunch provided by Bikes and Hikes LA. At Westwind, we know the importance of physical activity and social connections--our adventure therapy [...]
How To Have a Sober Halloween
As you start to plan for Halloween, you may be unsure of what you can do to have a fun but sober event. Sobriety during the holidays is difficult, especially if this is your first year. Yet, it is critical to do your best to have a sober Halloween. You want to enjoy the holiday […]
