Many factors contribute to the development of substance use dependency. One of those factors is a physiological process that happens over time with continued substance use and may not be noticed by the user because it happens so incrementally. Awareness of a problem only arises when the person experiences an inability to stop using. Therefore,…
What is gender-specific treatment? Gender-specific treatment is a rehab program that separates men and women into individual groups and engages them separately. Many drug and alcohol treatment centers in Fort Collins, CO, offer gender-specific programs for clients who feel more comfortable recovering away from a co-ed environment. There are no male clients present in a…
Happy Holidays! What does this statement mean to you? For many, it means joyous gatherings with family and friends to celebrate the end of a year and beginning anew. For others, who are struggling with substances and other challenges in their lives, participating in holiday gatherings can be very stressful. This stress is due in…
Among the things in life that can cause anxiety and depression is trauma. While that’s not the only thing that could cause someone to struggle with mental health issues, it’s certainly an issue to consider. At AspenRidge Recovery in Fort Collins, CO, we place a major part focus on the issue of trauma and the…
The name sounds very involved and complex. However, the truth is that the term teletherapy isn’t as tricky as it sounds. So what is it, how does teletherapy work, and how does teletherapy work in fighting addiction? The essence of a teletherapy program in Colorado is a combination of video conferencing concepts and psychotherapy principles.…