a person asks a therapist am i bipolar

Am I Bipolar?

Maintaining positive mental health can be a challenge for many people. Most tend to ignore mental health or only consider it when an issue arises. During difficult times, some people may ask themselves, “How do I know if I am bipolar? Why am I bipolar?” When individuals notice certain behaviors or habits in others or…

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PTSD Triggers

What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? PTSD is one of the leading causes of substance abuse in the world. People who struggle with PTSD but don’t seek professional help often turn to drugs for relief. Even after they get treatment, they might relapse if they don’t support a PTSD treatment center to deal with triggers.…

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Meditation Therapy for Anxiety Disorders

Many people who struggle with addiction also experience other mental health conditions simultaneously. For example, anxiety and depression are prevalent among those considering addiction treatment. These two mood disorders are the most common mental health issues people face. Because they arise so frequently and can strike anyone at any time, they often lead to abuse…

a patient discusses neurofeedback side effects with a therapist

Are There Any Neurofeedback Therapy Side Effects?

Neurofeedback is becoming more common in addiction treatment. It’s an outgrowth of biofeedback research and treatment. Yet, many people don’t know how this particular treatment works. They also wonder, are there any neurofeedback therapy side effects? Fortunately, Santé Center for Healing is familiar with and experienced in this form of mental health treatment and addiction…

a therapist talks to a patient about meditation therapy for depression

Does Meditation Therapy for Depression Work?

Many of those struggling with addiction also face serious mental health challenges. Depression and anxiety, for example, are common problems for those experiencing substance abuse. For some, they may have turned to drugs or alcohol as a form of self-medication to deal with their mental health issues. For others, abusing drugs or alcohol may have…

a patient meets with a therapist who explains what is trauma informed approach

What Is Trauma-Informed Approach?

Each person handles difficulties in his or her own way. For some people, even living through the most traumatic circumstances doesn’t seem to impact them in a significant way. However, other people have serious trouble working through trauma. Thus, when dealing with addiction treatment, facilities like the Sante Center for Healing offer a wide range…

Group therapy activities

4 Group Therapy Activities You Should Know About

Drug and alcohol use, by its nature, isolates people from the friends and family members who care about them. Also, when people are stuck in the endless cycle of addiction, they often have the misconception that no one else understands how they feel and no one is experiencing the same problems. One of the most…

Two people discussing EMDR treatment goals

4 EMDR Treatment Goals To Keep Track of

Alternative therapies are an increasingly popular way to support trauma healing, mental health, and addiction recovery. Advances in our understanding of addiction and mood disorders show that trauma, mental health, and stress all affect addiction triggers and relapse. In recent years, EMDR therapy treatments have become increasingly popular across the United States. While therapists and…