Category: Recovery

Supporting Family Members in Recovery

November 16, 2020 Avalon Malibu Recovery

There are several ways to support a family member in recovery, even if they cannot commit to formal therapy sessions. Understanding why a family member may have begun to use substances can be very hard. Sometimes, parents feel like they… Read More ›

Techniques for Overcoming Your Phobias

October 24, 2020 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Recovery

Phobias can be debilitating for the many people who experience them. The symptoms of phobias go beyond feeling a bit uncomfortable or scared of something. We often hear people talk about being afraid of spiders and heights, which are very… Read More ›

How to Inspire Motivation Through Change

October 17, 2020 Avalon Malibu Addiction Recovery

Sometimes finding motivation for what we know we need to do is hard. It can make us even more depressed or anxious about change if we feel we have no motivation for it. Maybe we wonder what is really wrong… Read More ›

The Benefits of Self-Exploration in Recovery

October 17, 2020 Avalon Malibu Alternative Treatment Recovery

Many philosophers speak of self-discovery, whether they call it that name or refer to it as self-knowledge. It is believed that the best way to heal your mind is through learning about it. The transcendental philosophers believed that self-knowledge was… Read More ›

Why Amino Acids are Important in Recovery and Relapse Prevention

October 17, 2020 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Recovery

It’s not news that abusing substances changes your brain in profound ways. Studies have been conducted showing permanent and short-term effects on brain processes and plasticity (the ability of the brain to change and grow). But that doesn’t mean there… Read More ›

Tips for Success in Telehealth

October 16, 2020 Avalon Malibu Healthy Living Recovery

journaling to maintain routine during pandemic

The events of recent months have caused many health services to transition to telehealth, or appointment by phone. While speaking to your medical professional on the phone may seem impersonal, it is important to keep your appointments. Your health is… Read More ›

Taking Small Steps to Break Habits

October 14, 2020 Avalon Malibu Healthy Living Recovery

There are ways we can “re-train” our brains to break habits. Your brain develops habits based on mental or physical needs. If your brain becomes used to satisfying its needs by your use of drugs, it will continually crave them.… Read More ›

Why You Should Add Binaural Beats to Mindfulness Therapy

October 12, 2020 Avalon Malibu Alternative Treatment Recovery

Binaural beats seem to be the new trend in mindfulness practices. You can find hundreds of videos on YOUTUBE or other streaming services labeled, “theta for relaxation” or “beta for focus.” But what exactly are binaural beats and what are… Read More ›

Why Language Matters in Addiction Recovery

October 11, 2020 Avalon Malibu Recovery Healthy Living

The language we use has an impact on our reputation and the way we feel about ourselves. It’s why using appropriate language is important in all aspects of life, especially when it comes to recovery. Sometimes, we may withhold information… Read More ›