Sober Log – The Journey to Sobriety

heebeha wrote a new post, Therapists: Are You Having Political Countertransference? 1 week, 3 days ago

2021-01-12 14:39:57
The past several years have been politically heated. How to maintain boundaries and gain self-awareness.

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heebeha wrote a new post, The Year Nobody Wanted 3 weeks, 1 day ago

2020-12-31 19:14:35
Typically I love the end of the year. I love Christmas and then preparing for New Year’s Eve. I love reflecting on the previous 365 days, looking at all I have achieved, what went well, w […]

heebeha wrote a new post, Grieving the Unexpected Loss of a Parent 1 month ago

2020-12-20 23:01:30
Four weeks ago, the day after my mom’s 72nd birthday, on a regular Tuesday in November, my dad unexpectedly passed away in his house here in Southwest Florida. As I type these words, it s […]

heebeha wrote a new post, How to Prepare for Election Stress 2 months, 3 weeks ago

2020-11-02 08:00:00
Welcome November, and welcome to another stressful month of 2020. Unless you’re hiding under a rock, or live outside of the USA, I’m sure you’ve been feeling apprehensive about what this […]

heebeha wrote a new post, The Discomfort of Isolation in 2020 3 months ago

2020-10-24 00:26:35
Remember in March when we were all like, staying home? I can do this! I am MADE for this! I’ve wanted nothing more! Or at least that was my attitude. I do love being home. I love my l […]

heebeha wrote a new post, Secondary Effects of COVID-19 on Parents 4 months ago

2020-09-23 13:15:42
There is a cumulative impact that can lead to an increase in stress that builds up over time.

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heebeha wrote a new post, Robin William's Suicide and Connection with Dual Diagnosis 4 months, 1 week ago

2014-08-18 12:04:26
I have been deeply impacted emotionally by the news of Robin William’s suicide…

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heebeha wrote a new post, Parenting High-Functioning Teens Around Drinking and Drugs 4 months, 1 week ago

2014-11-19 10:13:36
Many parents have questions and concerns about their teenager’s alcohol and drug usage, including how best to set limits and rules within the household.These issues may become concealed a […]

heebeha wrote a new post, Non-Traditional Addiction Services That Work 4 months, 1 week ago

2015-02-23 11:05:40
Navigating addiction treatment services can be an overwhelming process, especially when you or your loved one is in crisis. However, it is also important to understand that there are […]

heebeha wrote a new post, Irrationality of A.A.? 4 months, 1 week ago

2015-03-25 01:51:55
My friend recently forwarded me the April 2015 Atlantic Magazine article “The Irrationality of Alcoholics Anonymous” by Gabrielle Glaser. If I did not have personal and professional exp […]

heebeha wrote a new post, Sober Summer! 4 months, 1 week ago

2015-06-29 10:23:09
For those trying to cut back on their drinking or for sober alcoholics, the summertime and the many celebrations that accompany it can be temptations.Many will report that the warm […]

heebeha wrote a new post, Not Just One Way to Get Sober! 4 months, 1 week ago

2015-09-29 13:28:13
There are many views and opinions about what is needed for alcoholics to maintain long-term sobriety/recovery. There are therapeutic coping skills, medical model, evidence-based research, […]

heebeha wrote a new post, "Fools Rules" for Justifying Drinking 4 months, 1 week ago

2015-10-13 15:44:28
One of the symptoms of an alcohol problem or Alcohol-Use Disorder is when individuals make “rules” around their drinking. These rules may offer a false sense of security that their dri […]

heebeha wrote a new post, What Type of Addiction Services Do I Need? 4 months, 1 week ago

2016-01-13 11:36:44
There is an endless and overwhelming amount of information on the Web about addiction treatment options. Many people have no idea where to begin…

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heebeha wrote a new post, Alcoholism and Shame 4 months, 1 week ago

2016-04-08 16:13:20
Throughout my personal and professional experiences working with active and sober alcoholics I have noted a theme: shame.

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heebeha wrote a new post, Renewed Faith in Insurance Coverage for Addiction Treatment 4 months, 1 week ago

2016-07-19 17:37:59
I have witnessed staff conduct insurance utilization reviews advocating for additional days of treatment for clients desperately in need—sometimes successfully and sometimes n […]

heebeha wrote a new post, Unethical and Illegal Practices in Addiction Treatment 4 months, 1 week ago

2016-11-01 15:07:47
Sadly, politics are not the only arena for scandals, corruption and greed. The addiction treatment field is an arena that we would hope to associate with a caring culture.

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heebeha wrote a new post, The Savior Complex 4 months, 1 week ago

2017-02-06 12:21:53
The term “Savior Complex” may have a positive connotation. However, when you learn more, it is clear that this behavior pattern may be problematic.

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heebeha wrote a new post, Why Brad Pitt's Alcoholism Is NOT New 4 months, 1 week ago

2017-06-03 09:48:00
Why it was surprising to read the title of the New York Post article “Brad Pitt and the New Alcoholism.”

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heebeha wrote a new post, 13 Reasons Why “13 Reasons Why” May Send a Dangerous Message 4 months, 2 weeks ago

2017-06-19 16:43:25
Suicide is not a “blame game.”

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