Transitional Living for Men
At NSR of Asheville, we offer transitional living for men and embrace the, “Extended Care Recovery Model.” We believe this model is the key to
Recovery for Men in the Mountains
We at NSR of Asheville provide addiction recovery homes for men in Western North Carolina (WNC). By incorporating the peaceful natural scenery of the mountains
Recovery Friendly Communities 2020
We want to stress the importance of having Recovery Friendly Communities for those who are striving to be independent from addiction. Recovery Friendly Communities are
Extended Care Recovery: The Key to Recovery
We would like to reach out to those who may be looking for ways to beat their addictions. Here at NSR of Asheville, we recommend
Methamphetamine Addiction Treatment: Everything You Need to Know
Meth addiction can be managed once you choose to invite trained help into your life. Quitting meth use tends to be much harder when done
Heroin Addiction Treatment: Everything You Need to Know
Heroin addiction is a lifelong condition that should not be faced alone. Escaping addiction is not simple. Despite your best efforts, addiction will always overpower
Addiction Treatment Costs: How Much You Should Pay & How to Save on Quality Care
Costs of addiction treatment should never hold you back from seeking sobriety. However, addiction care can seem expensive for those with plenty of other financial
Brainspotting for Addiction Treatment: Everything You Need To Know
Brainspotting can unpack deep traumas linked to the root of your addiction. If you’ve felt at a standstill with your progress in other therapies, brainspotting
Men’s Addiction & Addiction Care Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Addiction in men is uniquely challenging for those seeking long-lasting sobriety. As men use addictive substances, many factors can lead to dependency. Addiction is more
Alcoholism: Everything You Need to Know About Alcohol Addiction Treatment
Alcohol addiction gets easier to cope with once you’ve embraced help. When you’re trying to stop drinking, you might find that it’s harder than you
Adventure Therapy for Addiction: Everything You Need to Know About AT & WT
Adventure therapy is a powerful treatment for breaking restrictive beliefs during addiction recovery. However, adventure therapy is a more structured experience than just exploring the
Suboxone vs. Vivitrol vs. Sublocade: Difference Between, Uses, Administration, & More
Choosing between Suboxone, Vivitrol, and Sublocade medication may be an important piece of a client’s opiate addiction recovery. Physical cravings and withdrawals are a major
Dual Diagnosis: Everything You Need to Know About Co-Occurring Addiction & Mental Illness
Dual diagnosis programs treat addiction and mental disorders for a stable recovery. Sobriety is a lifetime effort. For true recovery, individuals will have to treat
The Continuum of Care for Addiction: Your Pathway to Sustainable Addiction Recovery
The Continuum of Addiction Care is simply a personalized roadmap to sobriety. Individuals on the journey to recovery will be healing for a lifetime. The
DBT for Addiction: Everything You Need To Know About Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy helps those in recovery find a healthier state of mind. Individuals on the journey to recovery will find themselves healing for a
Sober Living: Everything You Need to Know About Long-Term Addiction Support
Sober living programs help individuals transition from intensive addiction treatment to independent living. However, not all long-term programs are created equal. It’s important to choose
CBT for Addiction: Everything You Need To Know About Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy helps clients learn emotional coping in addiction recovery. Individuals in recovery will have a lifelong journey toward healing. But, they must equip themselves
IOP for Addiction: What You Need to Know About Intensive Outpatient Programs
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) treat addiction while offering home-life flexibility and freedom. However, IOPs are not for everyone. Nor are they all created equal. Anyone
The Ocean of Recovery: A Metaphor for Recovery
When we first arrive in recovery, many of us have just come out of the deadly and toxic waters of addiction. We were drowning, and
Equine Therapy for Addiction: Everything You Need to Know About EAT
Equine therapy is a powerful way to deal with emotions during addiction recovery. However, equine therapy is a more formal experience than just riding a
Hope For Recovery: Is There Hope for Real Recovery from Addiction?
If you or a loved one have been struggling with addiction, you may be wondering if there is any reason to hope that things can
10 Tips for Families in Recovery: Steps to Whole-Family Recovery
At NSR of Asheville, we believe recovery is a family journey that should include family recovery support. Addiction takes a tremendous toll on families who
The 12 Steps & 12 Step Programs: Everything You Need to Know
The 12 Steps are a popular method for getting support in addiction recovery. These steps were initially created to help alcoholics find sobriety. These concepts
What It Takes to Create a Community Where Those in Recovery Can Thrive
How Friendly Are You? Creating a Safe Place for Recovery Here in Asheville, we pride ourselves in being friendly. Really friendly. Our businesses are environmentally
Recovery Month with a Next Step Twist: Celebrating “Discovery” Month
5 Ways Sobriety Makes Life Better Than Ever This month marks the 30th anniversary of Recovery Month, which is sponsored by the Substance Abuse and
Exploring the River of Addiction: A Metaphor for Recovery
Dear Friend, As the temperatures climb into the 90s, many of us in Asheville are looking for ways to stay cool. At NSR of Asheville,
13 Ways to Enhance The Addiction Recovery Process: From an Addictions Specialist
Dear Friend, NSR of Asheville recently celebrated its 13th birthday as an organization. In the spirit of celebration, we have compiled a list of 13
When Parents Relapse: Why Whole-Family Recovery Is Crucial
Dear Friend, You may have heard that relapse is part of the recovery process. In our last newsletter, we explored how relapse may be part
How Will You Prevent Relapse? The Question of Sustainable Recovery
Dear Friend, I have often heard it said that relapse is a part of recovery. For many people in early recovery, this statement may be
Next Step Stories: Recovery After Relapse
When people talk about recovery from addiction, they often focus on the worst-case scenario: relapse. As a person in recovery who has experienced relapse, I
What’s Your Next Step?
We are in the middle of a national health epidemic, one that takes another life every 19 minutes. Young men and women are dying at
When Helping Hurts: Breaking the Chains of Codependency to Help Your Son Thrive
You’ve gotten your son through detox. He’s completed his inpatient treatment. Now you’ve found him a safe and sober place to live, maybe even one