Ways to Have a Fun and Sober St. Patrick’s Day!
People in early recovery sometimes feel apprehensive about their first sober St. Patrick’s Day, and wonder about how to prioritize recovery on a day that is notorious for drinking. [...]
Herren Wellness 2nd Anniversary – Focus on the Family
Today, March 5th, 2020 marks the 2nd Anniversary of Herren Wellness. As we celebrate this milestone, we turn our focus to the family and invite you to meet the [...]
The Importance of Celebrating Anniversaries and Milestones in Recovery
“One of the most powerful experiences at Herren Wellness is when people come back and share their one-year anniversary. To see people who walk into the front door lost, [...]
The Healing Power of Creativity in Recovery
“Creativity is the power to connect the seemingly unconnected.” ~William Plomer Active substance use stifles our physical, emotional, and spiritual health, as well as our ability to explore and [...]
Why Wellness is Vital to Prevention and Recovery from Addiction
Wellness is a term we hear a lot these days, and most people correctly interpret it as an overall sense of wellbeing and health. For people in recovery, however, there [...]
Ways to Prioritize Self-Care in Recovery
The concept of self-care can feel foreign to many people in early recovery, because in active substance use even basic self-care is often not a priority, and it’s common for [...]
The Power of Gratitude in Early Recovery
Gratitude is essential to early recovery, as it allows us to cultivate a mindset of positivity, resiliency, and hope. Did you know that gratitude has also been scientifically proven to [...]
Meet the Team – Emily Bontemps, Life Coach
Emily Bontemps is a Life Coach at Herren Wellness who works one-on-one with the guests and their support system. She is a valued part of our mission and our team. [...]
The Importance of Structure and Routine in Recovery
Early recovery brings many changes, both exciting and challenging. Even positive changes can feel overwhelming, as many of the aspects of life change physically, emotionally, and socially. Establishing new patterns [...]
Milestones, New Beginnings, and Transitions
It’s easy to understand the importance of community and support in recovery when we are navigating our way through difficult times, but it’s just as important to have support through [...]