Mindfulness
When you are struggling with mental health issues or addiction, you may hear people telling you to be mindful. What does that mean? What are they encouraging you to do?…
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Deep Breath
A few days back, I went for a walk. A long one. One that stretched the span of a few hours and wove from the boardwalk, out to the pier,…
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Do you want the intensive help of a structured treatment program, but need more freedom than in-patient treatment can provide? Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) may be right for you.…
IOP vs OP: What’s the Difference?
Addiction is a multi-faceted disease requiring individually tailored treatment programs. At Greater Essex Counseling Services, we know just how devastating the effects of substance-abuse can be. Our experienced staff is…
Tame Your Temper: A Guide to Anger Management
“I can’t control my temper.” Have you ever heard yourself say those words? If so, you may have an anger management problem. First, let us dispel that myth for you.…
Warning Signs of Substance Abuse
Most Americans drink alcohol, many still smoke, recreational marijuana is legal in many states (and available in all states), and doctors regularly prescribe medications for pain, depression, anxiety, sleeplessness, etc.…
Criminalizing Substance Abuse Is Inhumane
American society is very fond of substances. People drink coffee to wake up, sodas to be social, and alcohol to unwind. It is an expected and normalized part of everyday…
Safely Doing Alcohol and Drug Detox Right Now
If you struggle with addiction, you have probably been told to just “sober up.” In fact, most addicts commit to sobriety over and over again, but may be stopped from…
How the Medicaid Expansion Is Helping More People Get Treatment for Addictions
Addiction is a public health issue and one of the major challenges facing the American healthcare system. It not only afflicts millions of Americans, but also impacts jobs and families.…
Staying Sober When Warm Weather Is Approaching
There is a lot of speculation about whether it is easier to be sober in colder weather or warmer weather. Some people find sobriety more difficult in colder weather, when…