By Lauren Greenway, MS, LPC Whenever a person presents to treatment for problems with substance-related issues, rarely does he or she suspect that it would be essential or relevant to…
By Will Atkins, MA, LAPC, CRC From the moment we enter the world, we are inundated with messages and expectations regarding what is and is not acceptable behavior. For many…
At MARR we develop an individualized treatment plan unique to each client. Although the disease of addiction has many common characteristics, each client comes to treatment with their specific history…
Expressive therapy, sometimes referred to as “experiential therapy”, is an approach to therapy that comes out of the holistic wellness model. By using physical and creative expressions like art, music,…
When clients admit to MARR, they are assigned a primary therapist upon admission. The primary therapist plays an essential role in helping the client work through the core parts of…
In our program we work with clients around feelings of guilt and shame. These two emotional states are common to people struggling with addiction. Although they are both difficult feeling…
Using EMDR in addiction treatment can be an effective tool for helping clients to address underlying trauma associated with their disease. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, is…
MARR understands that assisting people with their best next steps for substance use disorder can raise fear and questions. We want to diffuse some of that and better assist you…
At MARR, group therapy is a core component of the treatment that we provide for our clients. A common saying in 12 Step fellowships is “the disease of addiction thrives…
By Kristen Render, LMSW Professionals Program Director From early on in my time at MARR, I took a strong interest in our Professionals Program. Early recovery can be particularly challenging…
Trauma Education and Addiction At MARR Addiction Treatment Centers, we view trauma education as an essential component for long-term recovery. During treatment, we educate our clients on how trauma may…
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? Strong clinical evidence supports Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as an effective therapeutic approach when treating addiction. For this reason, we use CBT approaches and interventions…