Ep 4: The Sooner You Unpack, The Better
Ashley M. started his journey in recovery when he checked into MARR in 2005. He shares with host Matt Shedd about being kicked out of the program, and how he…
Ashley M. started his journey in recovery when he checked into MARR in 2005. He shares with host Matt Shedd about being kicked out of the program, and how he…
Michelle L. and Tony L. lost their daughter to the disease of addiction 14 years ago. In the time since then, they were introduced to the resources MARR provides to…
By Patrice Alexander, MS, LPC At face value, the word detachment has a negative connotation and conveys a sense of loss. It is hard to imagine being “detached” or “separated”…
By Matt Shedd Host of Stories of Recovery Through some combination of a solid foundation in 12-step spirituality, committed alumni and staff, and a history of over 40 years helping…
At the young age of 22, Caryn B. found herself in the vicious cycle of addiction, struggling with unhealthy relationships and suicidal thoughts. She shares with host Matt Shedd what…
After almost losing his job and his marriage, entering outpatient treatment for addiction, and relapsing, Roland S. describes how he found redemption and lasting recovery within his MARR community. Roland…
“By talking about addiction in the light of day -- and by celebrating recovery out loud -- we can help correct the misinformation and stigma that become obstacles for people…
By Jim Seckman, MAC, CACII, CCS “One of our responsibilities as counselors is to have healthy boundaries. These boundaries can easily become blurred if, or when, we begin to intrude…
By Doug Brush, CACII In the midst of a devastating opioid addiction crisis in our nation, alcohol abuse is quietly and subtly on the rise. According to a new study…
In this article, we talk a great deal about the importance of the community in the MARR programs. And for good reason. We view the community as a microcosm of…
By Robert Day, MA, LAPC Primary Counselor, MARR Addiction Treatment Centers When we consider the impact of social media on our lives, we know that men, particularly millennials, are not immune…
My Gratitude List Hello to my Family at MARR. Mother’s day this year was a special time in my recovery and I wanted to express my gratitude to ALL the…