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 Power of New Beginnings
“New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings.” ~ Lao Tzu It’s a New Year – a new decade in fact – and people are talking about new beginnings, examining [...]
Meet the Team – Liz Estrela, Life Coach
The holidays can be a stressful time for families and individuals with Substance Use Disorder. Liz Estrela is a Life Coach and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker here at Herren [...]
Recovery and Wellness During the Holiday Season
During the holiday season, there are reminders all around that this time of year is for family, food, and fun. For people in recovery, it is also a time of [...]
The Importance of Gratitude in Recovery
As Thanksgiving approaches, people talk more about gratitude. Expressing gratitude each November is part of tradition, but for people in recovery, gratitude is a year-round practice and an important tool. [...]
NBC Sports – Chris Herren From Addiction to Recovery and Wellness
Former Boston Celtics forward Chris Herren once battled heroin addiction and other substance misuse, but he's now 11 years sober and trying to make a positive impact for others dealing with similar situations. [...]
Meet the Team – Brian Mahoney, Wellness Associate
At Herren Wellness, recovery is a part of our culture and many members of our team live a life in recovery from substance use. Brian Mahoney is [...]
Meet the Team – Aliza Bogdanich, Life Coach
Aliza Bogdanich holds a M.Ed. in Counseling and Human Development and is a Life Coach at Herren Wellness. She works with guests, and their families, to heal [...]
The Importance of ‘Discovering Your Why’ in Recovery
At Herren Wellness, we talk about finding your ‘why’ a lot, but what does that mean and why is it important? Each day we live, most people [...]
Why National Recovery Month is Important
Most of us are aware that substance use can cause fatalities, illnesses, and the risk of overdose. It's easy to feel powerless and hopeless in the face [...]