Equine Assisted Psychotherapy at The Meadows

Upon arriving at The Meadows, many patients are charmed by the view of equine activities at nearby ranches. They frequently ask about having Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) as part of their primary treatment program. As a direct result of these requests, EAP is among the newest offerings coming to… Read More

High Functioning Alcoholics

Published in last Sunday’s New York Times (May 4th) is an excellent article titled High Functioning, But Still Alcoholics. Chronicled by Times writer Jane Brody, the piece reviews a new book from author Sarah Allen Benton, “Understanding the High-Functioning Alcoholic” (Praeger Publishers), and describes a familiar scenario:… Read More

The Co-Addicted Tango: Pia Mellody’s Theory of Love Addiction and Love Avoidance

Note: This article was originally published in the Spring 2005 issue of MeadowLark, the magazine for alumni of The Meadows. By Lawrence S. Freundlich When Ms. “Crazy for Love” meets Mr. “Give Me Some Room to Breathe,” the stage is set for what Pia Mellody calls “The Co-Addicted Tango.” Ms. Read More

Rigorous Honesty: From False Pride to Authentic Self-Respect

Note: This article was originally published in the Spring 2004 edition of MeadowLark, the magazine for alumni of The Meadows. By Kingsley Gallup While in our disease, we may have prided ourselves on many things – perhaps even our “honesty.” In recovery, however, we come to see the truth… Read More

An Expense of Spirit and a Waste of Shame

By Lawrence S. Freundlich Note: This article was originally published in the Summer 2005 issue of MeadowLark, the magazine for alumni of The Meadows. There is so much about her that I admire. Her knowledge of Western culture is vast. She is among the best-read individuals I have met,… Read More

Healthy Sexuality One Step at a Time

By Maureen Canning Note: This article was originally published in the Summer 2005 issue of MeadowLark, the magazine for alumni of The Meadows. There is a saying in AA that reminds newcomers “to fake it until you make it.” The belief behind this advice is that you can act… Read More

An Excerpt from “Deceived: Facing Sexual Betrayal, Lies and Secrets”

This article originally appeared in the Spring/Summer 2009 edition of The Cutting Edge. Author’s note: Nearly a decade ago, I began to work with women confronting sexual betrayal. It was this professional experience that inspired me to write Deceived: Facing Sexual Betrayal, Lies and Secrets, a book for female partners… Read More

Child Abuse, Neglect, and Character Defects

By John Bradshaw Note: This article was originally published in the Spring 2004 edition of Cutting Edge, the online newsletter of The Meadows. One of the most insidious effects of child neglect and abuse is their impact on the “character” foundation. Addiction, obsessive-compulsive behavior, and the codependency that fuels it… Read More

Sharing the Disease

By Claudia Black, Ph.D., MSW It has long been known by addiction professionals that, for every person addicted, approximately another four persons, usually immediate family members, are directly affected – husbands, wives, committed partners, mothers, fathers, siblings, and young and adult children. Would the impact of addiction be reduced if… Read More

Straight Talk: What Recovering Parents Should Tell Their Kids About Drugs and Alcohol

Note: This article is an excerpt from Claudia Black’s book “Straight Talk”. It was originally published in the Fall 2003 edition of Cutting Edge, the online newsletter of The Meadows. Straight Talk from Claudia Black: What Recovering Parents Should Tell Their Kids About Drugs and Alcohol Whether you sobered… Read More