Twin Lakes Recovery Center Blog

Welcome to the Twin Lakes Blog! We feature both informative and personal articles related to alcohol and drug addiction, recovery and much more. Please feel free to contact us anytime with questions. We’re here to help: (877) 958-0778.

What to Do for Your First Sober Thanksgiving

by Tracey L. Kelley | Nov 13, 2019 | Recovery

What’s in a word? “Thankful” means many things, but this doesn’t mean it’s an easy concept to embrace. One primary reason is that we have to be willing to feel thankful before we can open up to deeper emotion. To be thankful is a terrific first...

How to Get the Most Out of Group Therapy

by Tracey L. Kelley | Oct 30, 2019 | Drug Treatment, Recovery

If you attend rehab, you’ll likely be in group therapy. This isn’t the only counseling option, but it’s a common practice at most treatment centers. For example, Twin Lakes uses the group format for therapy, mindfulness and process exercises, 12-Step...

Handling Loneliness and Recovery During the Holidays

by Tracey L. Kelley | Oct 21, 2019 | Mental Health, Recovery

The Holidays The holiday season is a joyful time for some people but troubling for others. Loneliness is one of the primary reasons people aren’t excited about all the festivities. Maybe they’re separated from family and friends by geographical or...

Giving Back in Recovery

by Tracey L. Kelley | Oct 15, 2019 | Recovery

It’s Science Science proves that when we help others, we enhance our health, too. From reducing blood pressure and stress to promoting happiness and wellbeing, regular volunteering offers notable benefits. Georgia State University’s Counseling and Testing...

Navigating the Dating Scene While in Recovery

by Tracey L. Kelley | Sep 24, 2019 | Recovery

On Dating Ask anyone about dating, and they’ll either laugh or roll their eyes. Being single and independent has many perks, but few people actually enjoy the ritual of dating. Many find it difficult and tedious. And if you’re newly sober, there are other...

Tips for Making Outpatient Treatment Successful

by Tracey L. Kelley | Sep 13, 2019 | Drug Treatment, Recovery

Outpatient addiction treatment is a viable option for many people. One of the primary reasons individuals participate in intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) is they’ve already completed inpatient rehabilitation and can benefit from having continued high-level...