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These articles are intended to provide help for those struggling with addiction, as well as their loved ones. Learn about the treatment and recovery process and how Cornerstone can help you through this difficult process.
Building Healthy Sleep Habits in Addiction Recovery
Quality sleep reduces addiction relapse risk. Learn strategies for building healthy sleep habits in addiction recovery.
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Couples Rehab: Is it a Good Idea to Go to the Same Rehab?
Going to rehab as a couple presents a pivotal decision in the path to recovery: Should couples attend the same...
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The Effects of Shaming Someone in Addiction Recovery
This article explores the harmful effects of shaming someone in recovery and emphasizes the importance of empathy and support in...
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How to Stay Sober and Enjoy Social Events
Actionable tips for navigating social events sober, turning them into opportunities for personal growth and genuine enjoyment.
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Celebrating National Recovery Month: A Beacon of Support, Healing, and Hope
September is National Recovery Month, a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience that individuals battling substance use disorders possess....
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Managing Chronic Pain while Embracing a Life of Recovery
For many, the journey of addiction began innocently with a legitimate diagnosis of chronic pain and a prescription meant to...
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Navigating the Path to Healing: Understanding Rehab for Depression
This article highlights the various aspects of rehab for depression, providing insights and guidance to those on the complex path...
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Understanding the Costs: Financing Your Inpatient Mental Health Care
This article covers the potential costs and ways of financing inpatient mental health care, including insurance and alternative sources.
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How to Find Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Near Me
This guide will help you locate effective outpatient substance abuse treatment nearby, ensuring tools and support to navigate recovery.
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Meet Our Recovery Knowledge Base Contributors
Estil Wallace
Founder/CEO
Estil is a well known recovery expert who has over 13 years of experience in the recovery field. He has served 5A.org as the organization’s’ Executive Director, Board Member and President.
Susana Spiegel
Recovery Writer
Susana is a recovery, mental health, and addiction education enthusiast with 8 years in addiction recovery. Susana holds a Bachelor’s in Theology from GCU and is committed to providing factual information on addiction and recovery.
Dane Perikly
DUI Education Writer
Dane is the Director of Virtual services at Cornerstone. He also contributes factual guides on DUI education so that you can understand all there is to know about DUI laws, DUI education, getting through the process of dealing with a DUI, and getting back on the road.
Julie Miller
Recovery Writer
Julie is a recovery advocate, with over two years sober. She is a recovery speaker who believes people can change for the better. Her mission is to write factual, helpful information about addiction, treatment, and recovery. She believes that no one should be left in the dark at any stage of their recovery.
Meet Our Recovery Knowledge Base Clinical Reviewers
Lionel Estrada, LISAC
Content Reviewer
Lionel, a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC) with over 4 years at Cornerstone. Passionate about helping those with addiction, he has trained as an EMDR therapist adopting a trauma-informed approach to treat the underlying issues of addiction, providing an empathetic approach to addiction.
Karen Williams, LPC
Content Reviewer
Karen is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in Addiction Treatment, EMDR, and Family Systems at Cornerstone. Karen has a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from GCU and 15 years of experience. She was Cornerstone’s Clinical Director for over 3 years.
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