End of Summer – Healthy Stress Management Tools
Summer is a time of more relaxation and down time than most of us have during the rest of the year, but as we prepare for the [...]
The Power of Connection with People in your Recovery Journey – Larry Perrulli and Chris Herren
We talk a lot about the importance of community at Herren Wellness, because we know that nearly everyone begins their recovery journey through connection with and support [...]
The Importance of Community in Recovery
It is often said that the opposite of addiction is connection, and it is vital for people in recovery - especially early recovery - to find a [...]
Meet the Team – Heather Herren, Co-Founder and Family Support Specialist
Meet Heather Herren! Heather is Co-Founder of Herren Wellness, along with her husband Chris, as well as Family Support Specialist. She is a vital part of our [...]
The Whole Family Needs Support – Meg’s Story
I never saw this part of my life coming. In 2011 I was a teacher, and Chris came in to speak to the students at the high [...]
Lori McCarthy – Celebrating 33 Years of Sobriety
It was a simple Facebook post, but behind the message was so much more: 33 years of sobriety and a journey into recovery that was mentored by [...]
Why Proper Nutrition is Essential in Early Recovery
Proper nutrition is always good for your body and brain, however, when recovering from substance use disorder it is essential to eat properly for several important reasons. [...]
Establishing Healthy Habits in Early Recovery
There is a common belief that when overcoming substance use disorder that consuming sugar and junk food is acceptable because sugar and junk food cravings are common in early [...]
5 Physical Benefits of Quitting Alcohol
Deciding to stop drinking can be daunting, as for most people getting sober involves a lifestyle change of some kind. From who you spend time with to how you fill [...]
Why New Year’s Resolutions Don’t Work
It's a new year again, and all around people are talking about resolutions, change, and how 2019 is going to be better than 2018. While a hopeful and optimistic [...]