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Archive for Samantha Hewett

Archive for Samantha Hewett
Nova Transformations Outpatient Treatment Facility Interior
20 Jun
2025

Self-Portraits Through the Eyes of Others

Client’s don’t often come into treatment with any knowledge of (or interest in) art history, so I try to find as many opportunities as I can to introduce them to visual art. Today’s art therapy group drew inspiration from the Impressionist Berthe Morisot and the Expressionist Erich Heckel. I showed them Morisot’s Psyché and Heckel’s Männerbildnis because I wanted them to use […]

group therapy session outdoors in charlotte, north carolina at intensive outpatient rehab
10 Jun
2025

Residential vs. Outpatient Rehab: Which Treatment Option Is Right for You?

When facing addiction, choosing the right treatment program can feel overwhelming. Two primary options dominate the landscape: residential (inpatient) rehab and outpatient treatment programs. Understanding the differences between these approaches is crucial for making an informed decision that aligns with your recovery needs, lifestyle, and goals. At Nova Transformations in Charlotte, NC, we’ve developed an […]

Nova Transformations Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Charlotte, NC
27 May
2025

SAIOP | Substance Abuse IOP in North Carolina

When exploring addiction treatment options in North Carolina, you’ll encounter various levels of care designed to meet different needs and circumstances. One important option that bridges the gap between residential treatment and standard outpatient therapy is SAIOP—Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program. Understanding what SAIOP entails can help you make informed decisions about the most appropriate […]

6 family roles in addiction
28 Feb
2025

How Addiction Impacts the Family: The 6 Roles

Addiction is often described as a family disease because it affects not just the individual struggling with substance use, but every member of their family as well. Whether through emotional turmoil, financial strain, or relationship dysfunction, addiction ripples through households, altering family dynamics in ways that can be difficult to identify or understand. To help […]

symptoms of kratom withdrawal
03 Jan
2025

Understanding Kratom Withdrawal Symptoms

Kratom, derived from the Mitragyna speciosa plant native to Southeast Asia, has gained popularity in recent years as both a natural remedy and a recreational substance. While some view it as a helpful aid for pain relief or stress management, regular kratom use can lead to physical dependence, kratom withdrawal symptoms, and significant health challenges […]

alcoholic face
27 Dec
2024

What Is Alcoholic Face?

Alcohol affects the body in many ways, and some of its most visible impacts manifest on the face. Commonly referred to as “alcoholic face,” this term describes the physical changes in the face caused by regular or excessive alcohol consumption. From redness and puffiness to deeper signs of underlying health issues, these changes are not […]

People participate in psychodrama group therapy.
29 Oct
2024

What is Psychodrama Group Therapy?

If you are interested in addiction recovery, you’ve probably seen lots of different therapies listed at various clinics. A newer therapy is called psychodrama. What is psychodrama group therapy? This is a form of group therapy that consists of a warm-up exercise where you have an opportunity to think about personal issues followed by an […]

young asian woman seeks support for dual diagnosis and substance use struggles
15 Oct
2024

What is Dual Diagnosis in substance use?

What is dual diagnosis in substance use? You have probably heard the phrase dual diagnosis or co-occurring treatment. This refers to a type of treatment designed to help individuals with substance use and underlying mental health disorders at the same time. So if you or someone close to you is struggling with addiction, dual diagnosis […]

A person goes hiking in the mountains.
19 Sep
2024

What Are the Stages of Addiction Recovery?

If you or someone close to you has struggled with addiction, it is normal to ask, “What are the stages of addiction recovery?” or “How do I know when I am ready to get help?” In this blog, we’ll review the stages of addiction recovery and how to seek help for addiction. What are the […]

A family member tries to convince their loved one to go to drug rehab.
12 Sep
2024

How to Convince Someone To Go To Drug Rehab

Those who have friends or family members struggling with addiction want to offer support and steer someone with addiction toward the help they need, but doing so can present a challenge, especially when someone does not recognize the need for help. If you’re wondering how to convince someone to go to drug rehab, keep reading […]

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