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Navigating Recovery and Holiday Stress: Staying Grounded and Sober This Thanksgiving Season

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How to Stay Grounded and Sober This Holiday Season The holidays can be stressful for those in recovery. Learn how to stay grounded, manage triggers, and protect your sobriety during Thanksgiving and beyond. Explore Coastwise Health’s evidence-based programs designed to help you thrive through the season. The holiday season is often portrayed as a time…

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Back-to-School Stress? How Parents Can Benefit from Therapy

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Back-to-School Stress: Why Parents Need Mental Health Support As summer winds down, many parents feel relief that the hectic schedules, travel, and endless activities are finally over. But as the school year begins, a new wave of stress often takes its place—rising costs of supplies, shifting routines, and the pressure of balancing work, kids, and…

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Teen Therapy Isn’t a Luxury — It’s a Lifeline in Today’s World

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The Mental Health Crisis Teens Can’t Outgrow Today’s teens are growing up in a world that’s changing faster than ever — socially, academically, and emotionally. Between the pressure to perform, digital overload, and post-pandemic disconnection, many adolescents are quietly battling depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-doubt. At Coastwise Health, we understand that this isn’t just a…

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EMDR Therapy for Addiction Recovery | Coastwise Health

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EMDR Therapy and Addiction Recovery: A Powerful Path to Healing Discover how EMDR therapy helps individuals process trauma and break free from addiction. Offered at Coastwise Health through CPLS Counseling. Addiction recovery is not a one-size-fits-all journey. Each individual carries their own story, history, and trauma that influence the path toward healing. At Coastwise Health,…

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Coastwise Health & The Hazelden Betty Ford Patient Care Network

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At Coastwise Health, our mission has always been to provide compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals and families navigating addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges. We’re proud to share that our practice is now a recognized member of the Hazelden Betty Ford Patient Care Network — a prestigious, national collaboration of trusted care providers committed to…

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EMDR & Couples Therapy: Exploring Gottman vs. EFT Approaches

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EMDR & Couples Therapy | Coastwise At Coastwise Health, we understand that every relationship is unique, and so is every path to healing. For couples experiencing emotional disconnection, conflict, or trauma-related patterns, evidence-based therapy can help rebuild trust and connection. As part of our growing clinical team, our new therapist, Maureen Teefy, LMFT, brings expertise…

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DBT vs. CBT: How Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Supports Addiction Recovery

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How Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Supports Addiction Recovery Written by Niki Payne Addiction recovery is a complex and deeply personal journey. For many, traditional therapeutic approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) may not fully address the emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, and intense cravings that come with substance use disorders. This is where Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)…

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Mindfulness and Emotional Transformation in Addiction Recovery: A Path to Healing and Lasting Sobriety

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Managing Anxiety and Depression in Addiction Recovery: The Role of Therapy Anxiety and depression often co-exist with addiction, making recovery more challenging. Addressing these mental health issues alongside substance use treatment is essential for long-term success. Why Treating Anxiety and Depression is Crucial for Sustained Recovery Addressing Underlying Mental Health Issues Reduces Relapse Risks Many…

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The Power of Therapy in Addiction Recovery: A Holistic Path to Lasting Healing

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The Role of Therapy in Addiction Recovery: A Holistic Approach to Healing Therapy plays a vital role in addiction recovery by addressing the root causes of substance use and promoting long-term sobriety. Explore different therapy types, their benefits, and how they help individuals heal emotionally and psychologically for a lasting recovery. Therapy plays a crucial…

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