How to deal with transitions for treatment and therapy Asking for help and taking the first steps on the road to recovery can be terrifying. Most of us have spent years coping with life by putting various substances in our bodies and the thought of staying sober seems impossible. When I finally […]
Here are 5 things that would have helped me through my addiction I struggled with addiction when I was only 14 years old. It’s such a young age to be drinking every day but it happened to me, and it’s a part of my past and who I am. Though it’s hard to […]
How to offer support to a loved one battling cancer Cancer is a horrible disease that ruins lives and devastates families. No matter what technological and medical advances are developed, cancer still perseveres, taking hundreds of thousands of lives each year. Cancer mortality has actually been slightly declining each year, and this raises the […]
How to become more mindful in everyday life The practice of mindfulness has become very popular in the recent years thanks to its many benefits. From reducing stress levels to improving sleep quality and relationships, mindfulness has a positive impact on almost all aspects of an individual’s life. Here are a few […]
How therapy can help with confidence issues Many of your problems can be solved by being more confident in yourself. Confidence is when you believe you can accomplish something and are firm in that belief, and it can give you the determination to accomplish your goals. For example, if you want to start […]
The connection between bullying and substance abuse Bullying and substance abuse are both big concerns for parents, but the two have more in common than you might think. Research shows that children who abuse alcohol and drugs are also at a bigger risk for behavioral issues as teenagers. There’s a strong link between […]
Joe found recovery and a new, sober life at New Directions There have been many powerful stories told by former and current clients of New Directions, parents of our residents, and staff who work with these clients every day. The above video is one of those stories. “Joe” describes what initially led him […]
Happy mom takes to social media to thank New Directions When parents come up to you–or comment on social media–to tell you about how happy they are their child attended New Directions and how thankful they are that they found the right facility for treatment…it makes everything worthwhile. The mother of a former […]
At New Directions, youth are encouraged to live a healthy lifestyle and cultivate community. Residents experience the positive benefits of exercise, gardening, nutrition, cooking and more. As you can see above, they participate in planting and harvesting at our local community garden. They also create basic beauty products with their harvest. New Directions […]
