The Benefits of Lived-Experience Counselling
Sarah Montes Sarah Montes

The Benefits of Lived-Experience Counselling

When it comes to healing from addiction and codependency, clinical knowledge matters—but so does lived experience. Lived-experience counselling refers to support provided by individuals who have personally navigated the challenges of addiction, codependency, or both. These professionals bring a unique depth of understanding that goes beyond theory—they’ve walked the path, and now they help others find the way out.

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Navigating Love Without Losing Yourself
Sarah Montes Sarah Montes

Navigating Love Without Losing Yourself

Loving someone through addiction can feel like walking a tightrope. On one side is the desire to support and care for them in a way that fosters healing and connection. On the other is the risk of losing yourself in their needs, emotions, and struggles—falling into patterns of Codependent behaviours.

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The Benefits of Biological Self-Care for Addiction Recovery
Roberto Montes, CHNP Roberto Montes, CHNP

The Benefits of Biological Self-Care for Addiction Recovery

When it comes to recovery from addiction, we often think about the emotional and mental challenges—and rightly so. However, the body plays a pivotal role in supporting your journey toward lasting health and balance. As a Holistic Nutrition Practitioner and Personal Trainer, I’ve witnessed how nurturing our biological health through movement, nutrition, sleep, and self-care can transform lives.

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You Did Dry January—Now What? 
Sarah Montes Sarah Montes

You Did Dry January—Now What? 

I Did Dry January—Now What? 

Congratulations! Completing Dry January is no small feat. Whether you decided to pause drinking for health, curiosity, or personal reasons, you’ve proven to yourself that change is possible. But now that January has ended, you might wonder: what’s next?

Consider some thoughtful steps to build on your success and decide how to move forward!

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