by Cheryl Cirelli | Jan 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
The beginning of a new year can feel symbolic. It can be an open door, a blank page, a chance to rebuild your life with more clarity and confidence. For someone in recovery, new habits aren’t just good ideas, but are tools that help you stay grounded, protect your...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Dec 19, 2025 | Recovery
Recovery consists of more than just staying sober. It is also about noticing what’s happening inside you, especially when emotions hit hard. One important skill you can build is understanding your emotional triggers. Triggers can feel sudden or confusing. You might...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Dec 16, 2025 | Practicing Recovery
When you’re rebuilding your life in recovery, some days feel steady and clear, while there may be other days when old thoughts, emotions, and cravings can hit you out of nowhere. Relapse doesn’t come out of the blue. It often begins quietly, long before you ever pick...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Nov 28, 2025 | Addiction Treatment
Are you finally reaching the point where you’re ready to seek help? Or perhaps you are watching someone you love struggle, and know it’s time to find support, the next step can feel overwhelming. Treatment programs aren’t all the same, and choosing the right one can...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Nov 14, 2025 | Addiction Treatment
No one expects to spend the holidays apart from the people they love most. The season is meant to be filled with connection, celebration, and tradition—but when your loved one is in treatment for drug or alcohol addiction, things feel different. You might miss them...
