Addiction recovery is a deeply personal and often challenging journey. Many people find that unresolved trauma significantly contributes to substance use, making it harder to sustain long-term recovery. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or EMDR, has gained recognition as a powerful therapy that addresses trauma and emotional wounds tied to substance use disorders. For anyone…
If you’ve heard about it but haven’t researched it, you may wonder what an EMDR therapy program is. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a mental health treatment that was originally designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. EMDR therapy facilitates the processing of traumatic memories to bring them to an…
Supporting a veteran struggling with PTSD requires patience, empathy, and understanding. As a friend or family member, you can offer vital support by actively listening, providing reassurance, and encouraging open communication. Engaging in activities together that promote relaxation and peace, such as nature walks or shared hobbies, are wonderful ways to show care and support…
As veterans transition back to civilian life, they encounter various challenges impacting their mental and physical well-being. From battling mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and PTSD to coping with physical injuries, it’s no surprise that counseling for veterans is so needed. Addiction therapy programs and treatment for PTSD are just two of the avenues…
Trauma is an emotional response to a painful or disturbing event that overwhelms a person’s ability to cope. Experiencing it can have a wide range of effects, and the signs and symptoms of it can vary depending on the nature of the trauma. While trauma affects everyone differently, people with untreated trauma frequently develop substance…
Gulf Breeze Recovery’s THRIVE® program is unlike any other and offers a proven “niche” for those who have struggled with chronic relapse. When you watch the testimonials of past residents, you find that each person’s experience with detox, if needed, and the general entrance into the facility was a pleasant and welcoming transition.
Pamela Downey a licensed mental health counselor in Florida has been with Gulf Breeze Recovery since their inception in 2013. As a therapist with a background in multiple disciplines, Pamela appreciates integration with a focus on wellness. She has enjoyed working in private practice as a psychotherapist in downtown Pensacola since 2014, working with clients…
Holistic rehabilitation investigates the underlying sources of addictive behavior and seeks to respond to addiction in ways that are successful for the long term. This makes holistic rehabilitation particularly effective at helping with instances of repeated or chronic relapse.
If you are struggling due to a traumatic experience, or injury, it can lead to serious problems with your daily life. Some trauma triggers include loss, natural disasters, invasive surgeries, or being a victim of violence. It can take years to recover from events like these, and trauma can rewire your brain to cause anxiety,…
