Finding Hope In Substance Abuse, By Sharron Spriggs, Ph.D.

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People often ask me, “Why do you work with people with such complex histories, like substance abuse, childhood trauma, and PTSD?” My surface-level response typically involves explaining that I truly believe there’s a connection between the aforementioned variables. After all, very few people with a substance abuse problem have no past traumas. I like to…

Nurturing Resilience Through Behavior Therapy for Teenagers, By Stu Leeds, Psy.D.

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In the tumultuous journey of adolescence, self-discovery and acceptance often take center stage. The landscape of being a teenager is marked by a whirlwind of emotions, societal expectations, and self-perceptions. Enter Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), a beacon of guidance that illuminates the path toward unconditional self-acceptance. My experience working with teens has enlightened me…