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Alcoholic Nose: What Rhinophyma Actually Is

The red, swollen, bumpy nose that popular culture attaches to heavy drinking has a real medical name. It is called rhinophyma, and it is a late-stage form of rosacea, a common inflammatory skin condition.…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 21, 2026 · 6 min read

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Benefits of Motivational Enhancement Therapy

Motivational Enhancement Therapy is an evidence-based counseling approach grounded in the principles of motivational interviewing. It is often used to support individuals struggling with substance use,…

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Oct 28, 2022 · 6 min read

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Therapies

What is Motivational Interviewing

Motivational interviewing (MI) is a client-centered, evidence-based counseling style designed to help people struggling with substance use disorders (SUD) find their own motivation to change their…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Oct 17, 2022 · 3 min read

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Therapies

What Is Motivational Enhancement Therapy?

Motivation is often the missing link in recovery, especially in the early stages when individuals may feel uncertain or ambivalent about change. For those struggling with…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Oct 14, 2022 · 5 min read

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Fentanyl and Opioids

Mile High Recovery Center In The News

State opioid settlement money now being distributed Author: Karen Morfitt (CBS News Colorado)Published: 11:01 PM MST October 1, 2022 After decades of fueling the opioid epidemic,…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Oct 10, 2022 · 2 min read

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Treatment and Levels of Care

Can You Have Visitors in Rehab?

Entering a rehabilitation facility is a significant step in the journey to recovery. For many patients and their families, one important aspect to consider is how…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Oct 10, 2022 · 5 min read

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Treatment and Levels of Care

Can You Still Work While in Rehab?

Rehab is a vital step toward long-term recovery, but many individuals wonder if they can continue working while receiving treatment. Understanding the options available can help…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Oct 3, 2022 · 4 min read

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Therapies

Benefits of Inpatient Psychotherapy

What happens when the world outside becomes too loud to heal within? For many individuals facing addiction, mental health disorders, or emotional instability, inpatient psychotherapy offers…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 30, 2022 · 5 min read

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Therapies

Does Inpatient Treatment Offer EMDR?

Inpatient treatment for mental health or substance use disorders offers a unique opportunity to immerse even more fully in all aspects of therapies you might also…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 26, 2022 · 4 min read

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Family and Loved Ones

Benefits of Family Therapy for Addiction Treatment

Addiction impacts far more than the individual struggling with substance use. It strains relationships, disrupts communication, and damages trust within the household. Because substance abuse affects…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 23, 2022 · 5 min read

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Life in Recovery

Do Alumni Programs Help Ensure Addiction Recovery?

There is an accumulation of strong evidence that points to the value of peer support during addiction recovery, both during rehab and throughout life. One of…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 19, 2022 · 4 min read

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Life in Recovery

What Are the Benefits of a Relapse Prevention Program?

A relapse prevention program gives you proven tools and support, like therapy and mindfulness, to help you stay sober for the long haul. It builds your…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 16, 2022 · 6 min read

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Alcohol

Am I An Alcoholic? Self-assessment And Next Steps

Wondering whether alcohol has become more than just a casual part of your life is not uncommon. Many people question their drinking habits, especially if consumption…

Clinically reviewed by Jescia Hyland, LCSW

Sep 14, 2022 · 4 min read

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Jack

Meet Jack, a man who once could not go a day without drinking. Now two years sober, he shares how Mile High Recovery Center helped him regain control and rebuild his life.

Grace

Grace began drinking to escape the pain of childhood trauma. Today she is the Director of our Alumni Program and living proof that true transformation is possible.

Colin

From meth and fentanyl use to full recovery, Colin talks honestly about how the structured support at Mile High Recovery helped him find hope and start anew.

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