Author name: ETHOS Treatment

By Jenn Attaquin, LPC, CCTP and Carlie Spaeder, MA Young adulthood is a pivotal stage, often filled with milestones like starting a career, building relationships, and gaining independence. However, for young adults diagnosed with cancer, these life experiences are often disrupted, leaving them to navigate a complex blend of physical, emotional, and social challenges. To

By Alexandra Frazier, NCC As we step into a new year, many of us reflect on what we want to achieve, improve, or change. Resolutions often focus on physical health—losing weight, exercising more, or eating better—but mental health deserves just as much attention. A new year is the perfect time to reflect on the state

Social media has revolutionized how kids and teens connect, opening up new spaces for friendship, creativity, and community. Yet, alongside these benefits, challenges have arisen: social media can amplify bullying …

by Pat Brown, LCSW  The holidays are here! And while this season brings so much joy, there is often a tremendous level of stress, not only for our clients, but also their loved ones. Here at Ethos Treatment, we believe in treating the entire family, as addiction has held a seat at the kitchen table,

We live in a world full of superficial pleasures. We’re surrounded with opportunities to buy things, consume short-form media, eat sugar, and stimulate our dopamine reward systems in a hundred different ways through gambling, substance use, and risky behaviors. Some “cheap” thrills can end up costing us a lot in the long run. These quick, little

Addiction is often discussed in terms of environment, genetics, and chemical dependency, but the role of trauma in the development of addiction cannot be overstated. Trauma and addiction can be deeply interconnected, creating a complex web that can be difficult to untangle. For individuals recovering from substance use disorder (SUD), it’s often impossible to address