Signs You Need a Private Mental Health Treatment Program in Los Angeles
If you are struggling with your mental health, you are not alone. Many individuals will experience mental health concerns at some point in their lives, and a majority will never seek out professional help. However, a private mental health treatment program can be exactly what you need to help you feel like yourself again. If […]
Why You Need an LGBTQ-Specific Treatment Program
Those in the LGBTQ community can face unique challenges when it comes to overcoming addiction issues. Whether these include conflicts with family, isolation from peers, or past traumatic experiences, members of this community would benefit from targeted therapy during treatment. In addition, if an individual is struggling with both addiction and mental health issues, their […]
7 Ways to Spread Love Not COVID During This Holiday Season
The COVID-19 pandemic has not relented during 2020. As we approach the holiday season, it can be difficult to know how to connect with others and spread love instead of COVID. At Westwind Recovery®, we believe that support is essential for those who are working to overcome addiction issues. Isolation can be triggering and can […]
The Importance of Trauma Therapy During Treatment
Trauma therapy is designed to allow you to break free of past trauma and move forward with your life. At Westwind Recovery®, we offer a trauma therapy program to give you the support you need when you have a trauma in your history. Many people who struggle with an addiction to drugs or alcohol have [...]
What Is Secondary Trauma?
Have you spent time helping a loved one who struggles with substance abuse or mental health difficulties? If so, you may be susceptible to developing a condition known as secondary trauma. Though many people think of trauma as a condition that only evolves through first-hand experience, that isn’t always the case. Rather, millions of individuals [...]
How Breathwork Helps You Overcome Anxiety & Trauma
For those who struggle with anxiety and pervasive thoughts about past trauma, finding a healthy way to cope with these feelings can be a challenge. Some individuals turn to drugs and alcohol to numb negative feelings, which can lead to co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. At our Westwind Recovery® treatment center, you’ll find […]
How to Manage Seasonal Depression and Addiction
Seasonal depression and addiction often occur together during certain times of the year. Some individuals might not realize that they are struggling with seasonal depression, and it can be challenging to manage seasonal depression and addiction. There are ways to cope with seasonal depression, sometimes referred to as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), such as seeking […]
5 Signs of Seasonal Depression
Do you feel an ominous sense of dread appear as summer fades into fall? Many look forward to autumn because of its brisk sweater weather, hayrides, and vibrant, changing landscape. Others, however, transition into autumn reluctantly, feeling as though they’re being herded into a cold, bleak winter that may never end. If you identify more […]
Importance of National Depression Awareness Week
Mental Health Awareness week spans October 4 through October 10. While this is not necessarily National Depression Awareness Week, it is the ideal time to talk about depression, including what it is and why people need to take it seriously. If you suffer from depression, the most important thing for you to know is that […]
