substance abuse recovery Archives

April 21, 2021

April 21, 2021

Importance of Community in Recovery

Importance of Community in Recovery When recovering from substance abuse, we believe that being immersed in and supported by a community is key. That’s why all […]

July 27, 2020

July 27, 2020

Ever Say to Yourself, “I’ll Get Sober on Monday?”

It’s easy to say that you are ready to change, and so tempting to make your quit date tomorrow. Even better is to push your quit date until after the weekend – after the bender. You tell yourself you will use this one last time. And since it’s going to be the last time, then you should really get the most out of it. You promise yourself that this is it – the last time.

June 18, 2020

June 18, 2020

Face Masks vs. Computer Screens: Bridging the Gaps test runs in-person groups as Virginia loosens restrictions

Now that Virginia is in Phase 2 of reopening, we are testing the waters for in-person group therapy sessions. There was a debate among the clinical team as to which scenario would beat out the other in popularity: an intimate group in which you can’t see anyone’s face or a distanced group that is not masked.

June 11, 2020

June 11, 2020

Now is the Time: Support your loved one to seek addiction treatment before the well runs dry

Do you have a family member whose addiction has escalated during this pandemic? If so, you are not alone. Not only is the pandemic the perfect environment for addiction to grow rampant, but also the perfect time to make a change.

May 29, 2020

Bridging the Gaps’ Protocols for New Residential Clients

The following protocols are intended to ensure the health and safety of the Bridging the Gaps’ community. The introduction of a new member to the Residential House represents a host of therapeutic opportunities towards sustained recovery while also representing a measure of risk in spreading the Coronavirus.

May 22, 2020

Clinician Spotlight: Bryon Powell

I’m looking forward to the day that we’ll be back to our normal residential treatment model, but in the meantime, we’re committed to doing everything we can to be available to our current and prospective clients.

March 28, 2018

March 28, 2018

Maintaining, Healing and Even Thriving in Early Recovery Part II

Opening The Door to Healing: Naturopathic Healing If you are just joining us, we are beginning a series that I introduced last week about naturopathic healing […]

December 21, 2017

Wishing you safe and sober holidays

While the holiday season is among us, it can be a difficult time of year, especially when celebrations are often socialized with drinking and other risky […]