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12Mar

Cross-Addiction and Relapse

With an increasing use of alcohol and other drugs, Marty somehow survived his college years and graduated. But, after screwing up several job interviews because he was high or...

06Mar

Pink Cloud Syndrome in Early Recovery: Managing That “Top of the World” Feeling

There’s something about clouds. We use them to describe our feelings. If we’re super happy, we’re on Cloud Nine. If we’re depressed, a dark cloud hangs over us. If...

26Feb

Seattle-Area Sober Events, Recovery Meetings & Activities

Whether you’re new to substance misuse treatment or you’re a recovery veteran, you’ve probably experienced the challenge of finding drug- and alcohol-free recreation, social groups and hobbies. Since much...

19Feb

It Takes a Village: Staying Connected to Your Sober Community

Even if you’re not a Western movie fan, you’re probably familiar with strong, independent movie icons like John Wayne, Clint Eastwood or Jeff Bridges. Their characters spark the desire...

13Feb

Tips & Tools for Early Recovery

When you have a chronic disease, it changes your life. Treatment may relieve the immediate symptoms, but whether you suffer from diabetes, hypertension, allergies or chemical dependency, the trick...

10Jan

LMRC Announces Ross Finke as Clinical Director

On January 7, 2019, Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers announced that Ross Finke, LCSW, has accepted the position of Clinical Director. Ross will be responsible for the oversight of their treatment...

07Jan

Overcoming Winter Recovery Obstacles

If you’ve been in recovery for long, chances are your counselors and physicians have sung the praises of regular exercise as part of a successful treatment plan. For sober,...

23Oct

I’m Interested in Treatment, What do I do now?

You’ve looked through our website, read reviews, and talked with family and friends. There is no more question, no more pushing it off another day; you need help. You...