In her work at The Ranch, Dawn draws on her expertise in voice, art and theater, along with various somatic therapies, Brainspotting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other experiential techniques, to help her clients connect with their emotions.
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David’s approach is eclectic and versatile based on the needs of his clients. He draws from Gestalt therapy, psychodrama, cognitive-behavioral therapy, journaling, meditation, dialectical behavior therapy and other approaches to help clients explore their emotions in a safe environment.
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When clients come to Promises and meet Michele Jackson, they find a partner in recovery for life. On any given day, Michele can be found making follow-up calls to alumni, checking in on how they’re doing and offering help as needed, and coordinating in-state and out-of-state alumni meetings, events and reunions.
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First thing in the morning, as the sun rises, Justin Roll meditates on his front porch. With his focus sharp and his mind calm, he heads to The Ranch, where he serves as a primary therapist in the Center for Relationship and Sexual Recovery, the men’s sex addiction program.
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Genetics determine a lot about who we are, but parenting styles and practices have an equally strong influence. No one questions the importance of a mother’s love in her children’s physical and emotional development. As it turns out, we also shouldn’t question the importance of a father’s.
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Edi Hernandez is a Florida native, born and raised. The daughter of a pastor and sister to three older brothers, Edi grew up with strong ties to her family and the church. And though she strayed from the church for a time and faced some personal struggles growing up, she feels strongly that God led
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Lisa Ballard is a born problem solver. Show her a tough math problem or complex computer question and she’ll have the solution. Need help planning a wholesome meal that heals the body, she’s got a plan. Bring her someone struggling with addiction, trauma or other mental health issues, and she’ll evaluate the whole person until
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John Reeck is living proof that hard work and determination pay off. Four years ago, he started an overnight position as a technician at The Recovery Place.
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In honor of SAMHSA’s first annual National Prevention Week, Promises Behavioral Health is reminding parents to do their part in preventing teen prescription drug abuse.
Following a traumatic experience (or series of experiences), the body and mind can become disconnected. This is a survival mechanism that helps people cope with the unimaginable. Research in neuroscience suggests that traumatic memories are stored not only in the brain, but also in the body. Trauma impacts every part of the individual – emotional,
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