Embrace a Fresh Start: Nurturing Your Well-being at Illinois Healing Center for Trauma and Addiction

By |2024-01-11T04:00:35+00:00January 11th, 2024|

As we bid farewell to the past year and usher in the new, the promise of a fresh start beckons. The beginning of a new year often symbolizes hope, renewal, and the opportunity to create positive change in our lives. At the Illinois Healing Center for Trauma and Addiction, we understand the significance of this [...]

The Role of Healthy Routines: Creating Structure and Stability in the Summer Months

By |2023-07-12T01:03:43+00:00July 12th, 2023|

Maintaining Structure As the summer heats up, looking forward to a change of pace and a break from the usual routines is natural. However, for individuals navigating trauma and addiction recovery, maintaining structure and stability can be crucial for their well-being. This blog post will explore the importance of healthy routines during the summer and [...]

The Role of Family in Trauma and Addiction Recovery: Healing Together

By |2023-06-06T02:47:32+00:00June 6th, 2023|

Recovery from trauma and/or addiction is a difficult journey that requires support, understanding, and a network of caring individuals. Among these individuals, family plays a crucial role in providing a healthy foundation for healing and having a sense of belonging/connection. In fact, according to one study, 82% of people in “remission” of drug and alcohol [...]

Trauma Healing: Overcoming Your Inner Critic

By |2023-05-17T19:59:17+00:00May 17th, 2023|

 The Inner Critic Our thoughts influence our feelings, which in turn influence our behavior. It is normal to believe that negative self-talk, known as the inner critic, will motivate one’s behavior positively. However, the private conversations we have with ourselves can be powerful when it comes to someone’s sense of value and worth, leading to [...]

Sex Addiction: Signs You Should Know

By |2023-04-28T18:22:18+00:00April 28th, 2023|

Could You Be Addicted to Sex? Sex addiction affects millions of people worldwide. It is a complex and often misunderstood malady that can have a profound impact on an individual's life. Sex addiction can have devasting consequences, including broken relationships, financial ruin, and even legal problems. However, despite its prevalence, sex addiction is often stigmatized [...]

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