For many individuals struggling with anxiety, drinking alcohol feels like an easy way to relax and take the edge off. While lots of people drink to find relief from the stress of their busy days, if left unchecked, it can lead to a worsening cycle of anxiety and dependence. Understanding how alcoholism and anxiety are…
Trauma can leave deep emotional scars that impact every aspect of your life. When you begin looking for professional support, you want to know that the person leading your therapy understands how your experiences shape your daily life. That’s why finding a trauma-informed therapist is so important. A comprehensive trauma therapy program can be an…
Emerging adulthood—a transitional period between adolescence and full adulthood—comes with both life-directing opportunities and big challenges. Depending on your choices, this life stage, between ages 18 to 29, may be marked by things like starting and developing a career, starting a family, or living a life of adventure and curiosity. Whatever the case, there’s a…
A 2021 Healthy Minds study, based on responses from 96,000 college students, showed that 44% had experienced some level of depression.1 In 2023, nearly 30% of students surveyed by Healthy Minds reported having engaged in non-suicidal self-injury.2 These numbers, among others, seem to reflect a rising mental health crisis in colleges across the US. …
COVID lockdowns gave rise to home dynamics that people had never seen before, work-from-home life skyrocketed, children learned at the family computer, and close quarters resulted in relationship stress for couples. At the same time, the normal entertainment options were unavailable, and people looked to new hobbies for comfort. Right alongside the homemade sourdough boom…
Navigating the complexities of family dynamics can be challenging, but finding the right support can ignite change and transformation within your familial relationships. If you’re seeking family counseling in San Diego, CA, look no further than True Life Center. Our approach is rooted in understanding the whole being, helping families connect and flourish. At True…
At True Life Center, we understand that addiction comes in many forms, not just substance use. One often overlooked yet equally serious type is process addiction. This condition can have profound effects on a person’s mental health and overall well-being. But what is a process addiction? To learn about our compassionate process addiction treatment in…
Deciding to seek addiction treatment is an incredibly brave thing to do. Many people who need help don’t get it, so if you or a loved one has committed to attending a partial hospitalization program (PHP), you have already taken the most crucial step. Partial hospitalization programs in San Diego and around the country offer…
When seeking treatment for addiction, you may discover that many different treatment programs are available. For some patients, the best choice is a type of outpatient program called a partial hospitalization program, or PHP. Knowing what to expect in a PHP can help you make the best decisions about recovery care for you or your…