Celebrating the Holidays Without Alcohol: A Guide for People in Recovery
The holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and celebration. For those in recovery, however, it can also be a period filled with challenges and temptations. However, [...]
Exec. Dir. Lori McCarthy Provides Insight in Health Medicine Network Article
HMN 2024: The Power of Love in Alcohol Recovery “Alcohol is the anesthesia by which we endure the operation of life.” —Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw Alcohol abuse [...]
Are You Thankful or Grateful This November?
On the healing path of recovery, it’s essential to have tools and strategies that support you along your journey. Two of the most powerful resources are the concepts [...]
Building a Life You Love in Recovery Through Routine, A Wellness Plan, & Setting Goals
The journey from addiction to recovery is often described as a path to freedom. In the grip of addiction, life becomes like a prison, confined by the relentless [...]
Podcasts About Wellness, Addiction and Recovery for Summer
Recovery podcasts can be an important tool in supporting your recovery, helping you reinforce your commitment to wellness, sobriety and personal growth. Recovery podcasts are most often hosted [...]
Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder: A Comprehensive Guide
Alcohol has long been part of human history, with its consumption dating back thousands of years. While moderate alcohol consumption is a common social activity for many, it’s [...]
Why Wait? The Benefits of a Holistic Approach to Treating Substance Use
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a complex and challenging condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can impact all aspects of a person’s life including physical, mental, [...]
How to Support a Loved One in Treatment & Recovery
When you love someone who has struggled with addiction and is now in recovery, it often creates an emotional roller coaster, marked by a myriad of conflicting feelings. [...]
South Shore Magazine Feature
Herren Wellness founders, Chris and Heather Herren as well as Executive Director, Lori McCarthy recently sat down with South Shore Magazine to talk about Chris's journey [...]
Dating in Recovery
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, where couples will plan sweet dates and post their loving messages on social media. But what about those in recovery… When [...]