Recovery

Addiction is all-consuming. It can completely take over your life and make you lose your entire sense of self. Over time, you begin to think more and more about it. You find that your world revolves around it. Addiction is what causes you to lose yourself. It becomes who you are. Overcoming addiction is the very act that will allow you to regain control and find yourself again.

Recovery can be overwhelming. Some people don't want to start their addiction recovery because they're not sure if it's possible to achieve their goals. However, unlocking your potential during recovery is entirely possible, especially when you have the right treatment team. At Avalon Malibu, we've helped hundreds of clients unlock their full potential and learn what recovery can be for them. If you think that our services at Avalon Malibu might be the right fit for you, don't hesitate to reach out to a member of our team today.

Addiction affects millions of people every year. A 2019 study reported that an estimated 20.4 million people were diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD), with only 10% receiving treatment. When ignored, SUD can lead to more severe mental and physical health conditions and even death. Avalon Malibu makes treatment easy by providing five top-quality levels of care. We offer fully comprehensive SUD care programs with a fully staffed team of passionate and dedicated professionals. Our team is highly trained to accommodate and provide the highest quality treatment to assist our clients in their recovery journey while healing their minds along the way.

When it comes to beginning mental health treatment, the admissions process is an essential step. For this reason, we've thoughtfully designed the admissions process we use at Avalon Malibu. In this blog, we'll discuss the various components of our admissions process, as well as why it's so important that clients begin treatment with us on the right foot.

There are many reasons why addiction recovery is beneficial. From protecting your health to setting yourself up for future success, addiction recovery is worth it on so many levels. One of the things that many people don't talk about when it comes to addiction recovery is the financial aspect. Many people might not realize that choosing recovery is actually a smart financial decision.

There are so many different things that can help individuals succeed in their recovery. Making sure that you're setting yourself up for success in recovery can provide you with peace of mind and the assurance that you're doing everything possible to benefit your recovery. Many people find that having family support during their addiction recovery is extremely helpful. Let's dive into family involvement further and discuss why having loved ones around can be so helpful during recovery.

It's common knowledge that addiction recovery can be challenging. However, committing to recovery is one of the most rewarding things someone can do. At Avalon Malibu, our addiction treatment programs are individualized with our unique and wide variety of options. We've seen the success that clients have had when we help them set goals and work to establish their recovery. Let's talk more about the importance of goal setting during addiction recovery.

Taking care of your body is important. As all aspects of health are interconnected, investing in your physical fitness also helps you take care of your mental health. Research shows that many mental health benefits can come from exercising regularly.

If you struggle with addiction, it can be challenging to find ways to manage pain. Whether you're experiencing chronic or acute pain, it can sometimes feel like your options are limited as certain pain relief medications might be out of the question. At Avalon Malibu, we understand the complexities of dealing with pain during addiction treatment.

If you're beginning to explore mental health and addiction treatment options, consider writing therapy. Writing therapy is a comprehensive, holistic option that encourages introspection. At Avalon Malibu, we utilize writing therapy because we've seen the benefits it can produce. Let's talk more about what writing therapy is and if it could be the right treatment choice for you.

If you are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you likely experience intrusive thoughts. You are not alone in feeling like you are at war with your mind or like your mind is not yours. Through normalization, externalization, and neutrality you can begin to cultivate peace to manage obsessions and compulsions.

Years of substance use and addiction can alter and break down certain mental processes. Many people are unaware that it can have the same effect on the body. Lack of proper nutrition, under-eating, and the physical impact of substances can deprive the body of the nutrients it needs.