If you need help improving your cognitive abilities, cognitive remediation may help. At True Life Center in San Diego, California, we offer intensive outpatient rehab and a partial hospitalization program designed to treat those living with co-occurring disorders. Our staff will help you learn more about how cognitive remediation can help you think more clearly…
Motivational interviewing is one of the addiction therapies and mental health treatment strategies we use at True Life Center. It is designed to help you learn, grow, and heal in a meaningful manner by just thinking about things differently. We use it as a component of our outpatient treatment at our facility in San Diego,…
Mental health treatment often includes therapy methods that aim to give you more control over the way you think and process thoughts. The goal is to help you achieve a better outcome in recovery. The benefits of mindfulness are numerous and can prove to be one of the best tools you have for overcoming the…
The thought of entering an alcohol addiction treatment program, especially for the first time, can seem overwhelming. This is especially true if you don’t know anyone who has participated in a similar program, and you are unsure where to begin or what to expect. At True Life Center, we want our patients to feel comfortable…
Choosing to pursue drug and alcohol recovery is one of the most important decisions you can make in life. Before opting to do so, however, you must answer some questions to ensure that you are getting the type of treatment that is best suited for your needs. One of the biggest questions you will face…
Many individuals enjoy a glass of wine to unwind in the evenings or a mixed drink during a meal with friends. But for some, recreational use crosses the line into alcohol use disorder. If you are worried that you or a loved one are struggling with alcohol use disorder, the team at True Life Center…
The new year often prompts individuals to attempt big changes in their lives. Unfortunately, these attempts are rarely successful because the desired changes are so large that they can be overwhelming. Improving the health of your mind and body doesn’t typically require massive or urgent action. Rather, by following general health and wellness tips and…
One of the ways professionals and patients mark progress in a drug addiction treatment program is through the creation of goals. Goals are a crucial component of recovery, as they provide milestones to look forward to, a vision for the future, and expectations for what is to come. At True Life Center, our team gets…
If you need full-time recovery help, you might need to research partial hospitalization programs (PHP). However, not all PHPs are the same. You will need to find out what distinguishes each program to identify your top options. Be sure to research the staff, therapies, and support at the facility and in a PHP. What Are…