September 28, 2020
Bridging the Gaps is addressing the on-going needs of families by offering a weekly 90-minute Family Aftercare Group. Our new group is available for families seeking support as their loved ones continue into early recovery having completed residential treatment.
September 21, 2020
I came across a post this morning from Brain Chat with the above quote. My first thoughts were, “thank God for neuroplasticity” and “I still can’t believe it’s real.” Then, of course, I reflected on my life and the way my brain worked throughout the many years I spent in active addiction.
September 14, 2020
It certainly isn’t breaking news that we are in the midst of a lot of change and uncertainty with the ongoing pandemic. The ripple effects of COVID-19 have rocked the substance abuse treatment industry which has led to devastating consequences. We were already facing the opioid epidemic and an increased need for substance abuse treatment programs when the Coronavirus hit last spring.
August 31, 2020
My name is Alaina Farley and it is my great pleasure to lead workouts for this organization Wednesday and Friday mornings at 0700. I am a certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, ACE Nutrition Specialist, and Les Mills National Trainer, Presenter, and Assessor. I have had lots of experience working in large and small groups to help create mindset change through movement and exercise.
August 24, 2020
Mindfulness is a word we hear more and more in everyday talk in our culture. Cultivating mindfulness, the power of mindfulness, taking time for mindfulness: what does that mean? It has become a popular catch phrase and the practice usually starts with paying attention to your breath, doing some counting, slowing down and closing your eyes.
August 17, 2020
There is a strong correlation between the foods that we choose to eat and our mental health. Junk food does not provide adequate nutrients to support good neurochemistry. In addition, having the wrong combination of macronutrients can lead to depression, anxiety, addictive patterns, and overeating.
August 10, 2020
In her book, Disentangle, When You’ve Lost Your Self in Someone Else, by Nancy Johnston, she gives a definition of the word disentangle as “to create enough emotional space between yourself and another person that you are better able to see the realities of your situation and make healthier decisions about it.”
August 3, 2020
What’s the Big Deal with Aminos? Written by Linda Wilk, MA, QMHP One of the most important things I’ve learned about addiction since coming to Bridging […]