by Thrive Training and Consulting | Sep 10, 2021 | Recovery, Substance Abuse, Teen
There is no magic formula for overcoming an addiction to drugs or alcohol. Yet, sustained sobriety is achievable for anyone who is committed to making change – with the appropriate support. During this National Recovery month, we celebrate those who are in recovery from a substance use disorder and the community of family, friends and professionals who support them.
by thrivetrainingconsulting | Oct 8, 2019 | Recovery, Substance Abuse, Teen
If this is their first time going to treatment, there is a high chance inpatient drug rehab will not be the best answer to your teen’s substance use. Absolutely, substances are harmful to your teen and treatment will be helpful. However, just like over...
by thrivetrainingconsulting | Sep 24, 2019 | Mental Health, Teen
The idea that someone will change only when they find their rock bottom is inaccurate and dangerous. This thinking wastes valuable time—time in which a teen could be benefiting from early prevention and treatment. Concerning behaviors are likely to worsen and, without...
by thrivetrainingconsulting | Jul 24, 2019 | Teen, Therapy
Let’s put the old “tough love” myth to rest right now. You know what I mean: The myth that says if you tell your child the “hard truths,” exactly what you think and feel about their behavior and allow life to teach them a difficult lesson, it will set them...
by Thrive Consulting | Jul 19, 2019 | Drug Treatment, Teen
Most of the teens I work with are anxious and even resistant to begin therapy when we first meet. When parents want their kid to start treatment and bring it up, it often ends in one of two way.
