The Trench: A Metaphor for Recovery and Positive Change – Video Discussion
Imagine yourself at the bottom of a deep, dark trench. The air feels heavy, and the walls around you rise steep and jagged, as if...
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The Big Gratitude List
We can never have too much gratitude, so here is additional therapeutic material on this crucial subject. Enjoy...and thank you for your...
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Nov 181 min read
The Science of Gratitude and Happiness: Why Being Grateful Feels So Good
Discuss each of the following researched points about gratitude. Focus on being self-searching with open and honest reflection and...
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takingtheescalator2
Nov 41 min read
Staying Centered and Moving Forward
IMPORTANT: Please Read Before Using This Worksheet During the Week of 11/5/24 As we approach the US election and the days and weeks to...
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takingtheescalator2
Oct 281 min read
Exclamations
Directions – This activity can be used as an icebreaker or at any time with the purpose of getting group members to open up, talk, and...
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takingtheescalator2
Oct 201 min read
Plateau to Progress
In the context of recovery, a plateau refers to a period during which our progress toward healing, whether from substance use, mental...
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takingtheescalator2
Oct 111 min read
Resilience in Action: Lessons from Overcoming Obstacles and Supporting Positive Change
Ken from CPC and Brian from NJ Reentry Corporation may both work in New Jersey, but the lessons shared in this video resonate far beyond....
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takingtheescalator2
Sep 291 min read
Positive Voices Around Us: Exploring Perspectives of Family, Friends, Community, and Support
This exercise is designed to spark meaningful conversations about the influence of family, friends, and social supports on personal...
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takingtheescalator2
Sep 161 min read
Setback Scenarios
Note for Counselor/Group Leader – A general rule when running group is “know your audience.” With that in mind, before using this...
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takingtheescalator2
Aug 261 min read
Highways to Healing: Your Recovery Journey
This worksheet is designed to facilitate discussions about the origins and evolution of each individual's recovery journey. It can be...
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takingtheescalator2
Aug 121 min read
Relationship GPS: Navigating Positive and Negative Relationship Behaviors
With this comprehensive group worksheet there is enough therapy material for multiple group sessions. Click below for free PDF download -...
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takingtheescalator2
Jul 291 min read
Pick or Pass
Therapeutic game format for getting group talking about strengths and qualities that are needed for successful change and recovery. Group...
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takingtheescalator2
Jul 141 min read
Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences was proposed by Howard Gardner in his 1983 book "Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple...
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takingtheescalator2
Jul 21 min read
Cell Phones: A Double-Edged Sword
In today's digital age, our cell phones have become indispensable tools that connect us to information, resources, and each other like...
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takingtheescalator2
Jun 171 min read
What I Bring to the Table
Today, we embark on a journey of discovery and celebration of our individual strengths and unique contributions. Each of you brings...
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takingtheescalator2
Jun 61 min read
The Vacation Always Looks Nicer on the Other Side of the Screen
Perhaps the title of this exercise sounds somewhat familiar. It is a modern-day “social media-based” adaptation of the age-old wise adage...
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takingtheescalator2
May 281 min read
Reflection - Response
This is a simple exercise. One person goes at a time. Pick a topic and state a brief personal reflection on the topic of your choice from...
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takingtheescalator2
May 201 min read
What You Love
Making positive changes when it comes to coping with mental health and substance use issues can be quite challenging. However, focusing...
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takingtheescalator2
May 61 min read
Binge Watch My Life
This is a group icebreaker and cohesion building activity focused on increasing communication in the group while practicing...
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takingtheescalator2
Apr 241 min read
The Anxiety Compass: Coping Across Four Dimensions
Check out this new empowering group activity designed to explore coping skills for anxiety across four distinct realms: Mental, Physical,...
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