Fear of the unknown is a common reason people resist seeking treatment. Most people do not understand what happens in rehab. Friends and family may offer advice or tell stories they have heard about other people who went to rehab, but many times, the accounts are not entirely true. Education is the best way to…
Treatment options for mental health issues that offer flexibility and consider individual needs can be highly effective and lead to success in recovery. The benefits of IOP appear within the full-time commitment to treatment and the unique needs of a person with life obligations to fulfill. Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) offer structure, support, and both…
Individuals with a substance use disorder need different treatment options because each individual has a different set of personal circumstances. Residential inpatient programs are very effective for some, but other considerations include intensive outpatient programs (IOP). IOP addiction treatment is just one of several treatment options available to those who need an alternative to fit…
The current pandemic has put many of us in a place where we’re having to make big life choices, for ourselves and our families, amid stress and uncertainty. Some have lost their jobs and are having to decide whether it’s time to leave their industry for something more stable. Even those who are lucky enough…
When an individual is seeking help with navigating emotions, processing life transitions and/or exploring the self in relation to others, we may recommend individual, group or couples therapy. If an individual is so impacted by their struggles that they are unable to function in their day-to-day life, we would recommend more intensive mental health treatment,…
Facilitated by Ernest Patterson, MS, LCDC Mondays, 9-10:30 a.m. at The Lovett Center Thursdays, 9-10:30 a.m. at Ethos Wellness Woodway For those interested in becoming a better employee, husband, father, or friend, this men’s group aims to help you overcome anything that may be holding you back and step into masculinity from a place of true maturity. Discovering the…
An eating disorder often begins as a coping mechanism or a tool for survival, a way to feel a sense of control. This frequently occurs in response to trauma, insecure and unstable relationships, unrealistic expectations and external pressure, or the weight and heaviness of anxiety and depression. It is the internalization of overwhelming emotions and…
The onslaught of pandemic-related news along with a worldwide hyper-focus on staying up-to-date has resulted in an increased anxiety and stress response for many. There’s this notion that the more information we consume, the better prepared we will be, regardless of how we’re feeling emotionally. From a mental health perspective, the opposite can be true.…
Co-Facilitated by Veronica Welch, LMSW and Philip Young, MA, LPC-I Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. We are constantly adjusting to new circumstances both inside and outside of ourselves. Through this ‘here and now’ process group for those ages 25-45 years old, individuals will explore life transitions, identify and evaluate their strengths and weaknesses and move towards stability…
Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Through this positive peer support group in a safe, non-judgmental environment, The Lovett Center aims to help adolescents develop the skills they need to achieve interpersonal and academic success, while also exploring their own sense of personal identity. By way of interaction and conversation in a small group setting, a Master’s level…
