Addiction News
Breaking news about addiction therapies, counseling and rehabilitation services, events, resources, announcements, technology and products designed for all those affected by addiction and involved in treatment. This section covers addiction to substances and activities such as alcohol, drugs, sex and gambling that cause substantial harm to individuals as a result of repeated involvement.
Jessica Brothers Joins Women’s Recovery Center as Director
MARR Women’s Recovery Center (WRC)—a long-term residential addiction treatment facility for adult women—has named Jessica Brothers, LPC as its new director. Brothers, who served as MARR’s director of admissions prior to accepting the position at WRC, brings clinical... - July 03, 2015 - MARR, Inc.
The Addictions Academy Offers Training at CoreVision Treatment in Colorado
Nathan Hardage and CoreVision host The Addictions Academy for a 3 day Intensive training in Colorodao on July 11-13, 2015. - June 29, 2015 - The Addictions Academy
Greg Horvath, Producer of Newport Film Festival Featured Documentary, the Business of Recovery, Interviewed on "Addicted to Addicts: Survival 101"
The controversial film, "The Business of Recovery" featured recently at the Newport Film Festival, focuses on the discrepancies in reporting, certifications, treatment modalities, etc, in what the addiction field has to offer. Denise Krochta, host of the weekly radio show "Addicted to Addicts: Survival 101" interviews the producer of this documentary, asking questions many others would like to ask. - June 02, 2015 - Denise Krochta
Focus on LGBT for Substance Abuse Program in This Week's Interview
In light of the conversations about Bruce Jenner and his announcement about his sexual preference as well as the news of many states voting for and against gay marriage, Denise Krochta, host of the popular radio show "Addicted to Addicts: Survival 101" on webtalk radio this week... - May 20, 2015 - Denise Krochta
Accredited Drug Testing Inc Receives National Accreditation
The Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA) has officially designated Accredited Drug Testing Inc as an “Accredited Collection Facility.” Accredited status means that the facility operations and personnel has met the highest standards established by the Drug and Alcohol... - May 14, 2015 - Accredited Drug Testing Inc
The Addictions Academy Announced New Learning Platform to Target War on Drugs
The Addictions Academy launches an e learning and on demand platform to train more individuals to combat the war on drugs. - April 01, 2015 - The Addictions Academy
The Addictions Academy Announced New Program Director
Reverend Kevin Coughlin, PHD named new Program Director for The Addictions Academy. - March 31, 2015 - The Addictions Academy
Safe Haven Properties Certified by FARR
Safe Haven Properties of Palm Beach County, LLC is honored to be recently certified as a member of the Florida Alliance of Recovery Residences (FARR), which in turn is a branch of the National Alliance of Recovery Residences (NARR). FARR has very strict rules and regulations governing its... - March 26, 2015 - Safe Haven Properties
Tyler Cornell, Personally Donates 1 Million Shares of TLIF Stock and TOCCALife.com to Donate 5000 Home Drug Tests to Establish TOCCA Life Foundation
Cornell, Personally Donates 1 Million Shares of TLIF Stock, TOCCALife.com to Donate 5000 Home Drug Tests to Establish TOCCA Life Foundation’s Moyra Duncan Dare to Share(s) Drive Promoting “It’s Okay To Ask For Help” to the 1 in 4 Families Directly Affected by Addiction. - March 19, 2015 - TOCCA Life Holdings, Inc.
The Addictions Academy Awarded Certified Academic Institution Status
The AACT Accreditation designation will permit The Addictions Academy to offer online degrees, diplomas and also college credit hours. They currently offer Certifications as a National Education Provider through NAADAC and also CAADAC. - March 10, 2015 - The Addictions Academy
StepHouse Recovery Provides Structured Treatment Programs for Substance and Behavioral Addictions
The drug and alcohol rehabilitation center aims to reduce the relapse rate of the local recovery community by offering a premier, multiphasic treatment modality. - March 05, 2015 - StepHouse Recovery
The Addictions Academy is Pleased to Welcome R. David Allara, MD to the Faculty with Two New Classes
The Addictions Academy announced that they are expanding their instructor base and are pleased to welcome R. David Allara, MD to the team of highly qualified and notorious staff members at The Addictions Academy. R. David Allara, MD is known in the addictions industry for his work in the billing... - February 28, 2015 - The Addictions Academy
Addiction Marketing Agency Offers Guarantee
The Drug Rehab Agency is removing the fear that most treatment centers have about SEO, by providing a lead guarantee, or their money back. - February 21, 2015 - MD Media LLC
Tyler Cornell Creates More Accountability by Forming First Publicly Traded Sober Living Company in History, TOCCA Life Holdings, Inc. (OTC: TLIF)
TOCCA Life Coaching, Inc., a Florida corporation (“TOCCA Life”), announced that it has completed a share exchange with T-Bay Holdings, Inc., a Nevada corporation (the “Company”). Pursuant to the share exchange agreement, TOCCA Life and the shareholders of TOCCA Life survived as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, with the officers and directors of TOCCA Life becoming the officers and directors of the Company. - February 19, 2015 - TOCCA Life Holdings, Inc.
StepHouse Recovery Launches Behavioral Bootcamp Program
The pilot program targets troubled behaviors and aims to transform enrollees into disciplined and community-oriented adults. - February 18, 2015 - StepHouse Recovery
Change Inc by Brad Lamm Hires Director of Operations, Richard Dow
In this new, diverse landscape of intervention services and recovery programs, Change Inc rises to the top providing quality services that assures change sticks when clients commit to their sobriety. A key component in making life-long transformations is empowering the right people in the right... - February 13, 2015 - Change Inc
Popular Healthy Lifestyle Company, Quitgate.com, Introduces Weight Loss/Management Products to Its Growing Product List
As staying over-weight becomes outdated, a teeming number of people want to take control of their diet, weight and life. They range from ex- smokers who are dealing with weight gain from quitting to non-smokers who just want to keep fit. Quitgate remains in the business of helping people live free. - February 12, 2015 - Quitgate, LLC
Herb Barish, Co-Founder of One of NYC's Oldest Drug Treatment Programs, Dead at 77
Herbert Barish, a clinical social worker and co-founder of The Lower Eastside Service Center, Inc., one of New York's oldest drug treatment programs, died on Wednesday at Hackensack Hospital at Pascack Valley in Westwood, New Jersey. He was 77. His son, David, confirmed his death. In 1959, a group... - February 08, 2015 - Lower Eastside Service Center
International Speaker and Life Coach Steve Dorsey Launches Never Give Up Program
Oprah Winfrey's Most Inspirational Guest Stand with Steve Shares His Personal Journey from Addiction to Recovery after his Oprah Lifeclass Experience in 2012. He will be launching a great new program called Never Give Up! He offers all the tools and strategies to help others over come any and all obstacles they may encounter in life and come out on top! - February 06, 2015 - Stand with Steve Enterprises
The New Year Ushers in Leadership Changes at Crossroads
Crossroads Centre Antigua, the premiere International detox and residential treatment facility entered 2015 with a new CEO. Well known for his role in leading the Crossroads team for the last 14 years, Leo Hageman retired from his executive role, as Managing Director, in early January. Founder and... - January 31, 2015 - Crossroads Centre Antigua
VoiceOver Solution to Exhibit at Texas Society of Pathologists Meeting
94th Annual Meeting Draws Leading Minds and Innovative Solutions - January 20, 2015 - Voicebrook, Inc.
On-Location Addiction Treatment Now Available in Asia
Sensum Rehab has begun offering its unique and highly personalized on-location addiction treatment and recovery services to clients throughout Asia, who now can receive the help they need when and where it matters most: amidst the reality and challenges of daily life. - January 15, 2015 - SENSUM
Bob L. Roesler Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Bob L. Roesler of Greenfield, Wisconsin has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of addiction coaching. About Bob L. Roesler Mr. Roesler is a self-employed Addiction Recovery/Professional Coach at... - December 24, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Bob L. Roesler Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Bob L. Roesler of Greenfield, Wisconsin has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of addiction coaching. About Bob L. Roesler Mr. Roesler is a self-employed Addiction Recovery/Professional Coach for... - December 03, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
"Robert Trujillo Presents Jaco: The Documentary" to Participate in Grammy Museum Program
Highly anticipated music documentary to make it's Los Angeles debut. - November 19, 2014 - Jaco: The Documentary
Revolutionary New Drug Detection Field Test, Instantly Detects All Illicit Drugs Using Amphetamines
Drug Lab 118 Ltd, has launched a unique and patented drug test which can instantly detect the presence of all amphetamines used in the production most illicit substances and designer drugs where an amine is present. - November 18, 2014 - DRUG LAB 118
New Beginnings Recovery Center opens in Littleton
Substance abuse treatment programs offer holistic treatment in a spa-like setting. - November 14, 2014 - New Beginnings Recovery Center
SoBear, LLC. Announces the Creation of Team SoBear
Southern California Company sponsors running team for local races. SoBear, LLC, an addiction support company, announced the creation of Team SoBear, a sponsored marathon running team led by Grace Weinrieb, who will run on behalf of SoBear and those recovering from addiction. Team SoBear will... - October 23, 2014 - SoBear, LLC
Prevention Plus Wellness to Provide Free Prevention Programs to Non-Profits
Prevention Plus Wellness is providing non-profit organizations with free evidence-based prevention and health programs, thanks to an anonymous gift of $25,000. Prevention Plus Wellness is now accepting requests from US non-profits for a free set of its evidence-based SPORT Prevention Plus Wellness Program and training materials. SPORT is the only existing youth prevention program that cost-effectively links healthy behavior promotion with drug use prevention by targeting positive youth images. - October 14, 2014 - Prevention Plus Wellness, LLC
LESC Announces Its Third Permanent Supportive Congregate Housing Initiative
Lower Eastside Service Center (LESC), Inc. announced today the Grand Opening of Franklin Avenue Residence, its third permanent supportive congregate housing initiative in New York City. The newly constructed apartment building will provide eligible New Yorkers with affordable, permanent housing... - October 12, 2014 - Lower Eastside Service Center
CHI Recovery – Groundbreaking Approach to Addiction Treatment Proves Successful in Achieving Sustained Recovery
CHI Recovery is a holistic, integrative and Evidenced-Based, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) that rocks the status quo and transitions participants successfully towards lifelong emotional, physical, and spiritual health. CHI Recovery has been recognized as an innovative leader in the Addiction Treatment community. Psychology Today named CHI Recovery "Best in Treatment 2014." - September 30, 2014 - CHI Recovery
The Courage to Speak Foundation Announces Dates of Drug Prevention Presentations Beginning Early Fall
The nationally renowned Courage to Speak Presentation provides a firsthand understanding of drug abuse and its impact on families. The Presentation is followed by a school-based, drug prevention education program, in which over 120 teachers in many states have been trained to deliver and implement the lesson plans. - September 26, 2014 - The Courage to Speak Foundation
The Addictions Coach Expands to Offer Platinum Executive Coaching Service
Executive Recovery Coaching and Anger Management Services for busy business professionals that do not have time for rehab. - September 16, 2014 - The Addictions Coach
The Addictions Academy is Offering a Grant for Intervention Certification
The Addictions Academy is pleased to offer 10 individuals a grant to attend their intervention training in Miami in October 2014. - September 11, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
New American Media Distribution Wire Release: Suicidal Man's Life Saved by Words of a Stranger - Suicide Prevention Without Drugs or Doctors
When a popular movie star like Robin Williams kills himself, many people suffering from self-destructive thoughts, lose ground in their fight for life. - September 08, 2014 - American Media Distribution
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Carla Y. Wright as Professional of the Year
Carla Y. Wright of Kennesaw, Georgia, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Psychology. - August 06, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Enterprises TV to Present a Compelling Segment on Addiction
The eye-opening segment takes a close look at addiction and how it affects society. - August 01, 2014 - Enterprises TV
The Addictions Academy Expands to Offer International Food Addiction Coach Certification
Food Addiction is similar to drug addiction and The Addictions Academy has created an International Certification to assist professionals in helping clients overcome food addictions. - July 29, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
Smokes Free You - an iOS App Helps Smokers Quit Smoking
Smoke free you - quit smoking, an iOS application for smoking cessation, has been approved for release in all regions. With all the conscious effort and research on similar apps available on the platform as well as studying smoker's psychology, Bhakhar have came up with most practical approach towards smoking cessation. - July 21, 2014 - Bhakhar
Clubhouse International/Fountain House New York to Receive $1.5 Million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize
Clubhouse International/Fountain House NY, a pioneering organization that has created a successful model to help those suffering from mental illness to reclaim their lives and realize their potential through work and the support of a caring community, has been selected to receive the 2014 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize of $1.5 million. The annual award, the world’s largest humanitarian prize, to an organization that is doing extraordinary work to alleviate human suffering. - July 18, 2014 - Clubhouse International
Oak Meadows Ranch is Proud to Announce Equine Therapy is Now Available
Comprehensive treatment for trauma, stress related problems, PTSD, panic, anxiety, grief and addictions, using Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). - July 11, 2014 - Blue Pearl Project
New Version of Polaris’s Substance Abuse Assessment Platform to Support Motivational Interviewing
Enhancements to the current system include updating the clinical reports to highlight predictors of risk for non-engagement, motivation for change and readiness for change. - July 10, 2014 - Polaris Health Directions
Substance Abuse Recovery Turns Into a Smoke-Free Facility
They say making a treatment center smoke-free is a big challenge which may affect patients from their recovery. - July 04, 2014 - Substance Abuse Recovery
The Addictions Academy Launches New Marketing Symptom
Cali Estes of The Addictions Academy and Charles Davis of Behavioral health Network partner to launch the Behavioral Health education and Marketing Symposium. - July 03, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
The Addictions Academy Releases National and State Credentialing Requirements
For years the public has been misled that there are boards or international groups that govern Interventionists and Recovery Coaches. Cali Estes, Founder of The Addictions Academy debunks the myth that boards exist. - June 28, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
The Addictions Academy Expands to Offer International Master Addictions Courses and Certifications
Paul Costa endorses The Addictions Academy International Master addiction Program. - June 26, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
William N. Bryant, Has Been Selected by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year in Therapy Services for 2014
William N. Bryant of Trumansburg, New York is the Professional of the Year 2014 for his achievements and accomplishments in the field of Therapy Services. - June 14, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Quitgate Offers Free Support and Huge Discounts on Stop Smoking Aids to Inspire Smoking Fathers at Quitting Smoking
As a One-stop smoking cessation platform, Quitgate.com offers quit smoking help, stop smoking aids and social support being treatments that increase the chances of smoking cessation as cited by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-CDC. - June 14, 2014 - Quitgate, LLC
Neuroscience-Based Addiction Recovery Services
Los Angeles, California’s "Los Angeles Drug Rehab" announces new residential program with the fusing of neuroscience-based addiction treatment services. - June 13, 2014 - Los Angeles Drug Rehab
Supportive Housing and Innovative Partnerships Announces Third Annual Connect the Pieces Gala Fundraiser and Auction to Benefit Recovery and Prevention Programs
Recovery Revolution Beach Party, Friday, June 26 at 6:30 PM at the Rose Room in Boise Features “Iron Chef” style cook off, live music by the High Beams, autographed memorabilia from entertainers in recovery, and special recorded greeting from Interim Drug Czar Michael Botticelli and Recovery 2.0 creator Tommy Rosen. - June 13, 2014 - Supportive Housing and Innovative Partnerships, Inc.