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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): A Powerful Approach for Healing Trauma, Women’s Issues, and Substance Use Disorders

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): A Powerful Approach for Healing Trauma, Women’s Issues, and Substance Use Disorders

At Freesia Therapy Collective, we specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, women’s mental health concerns, and substance use disorders. One of the most effective therapies we utilize is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—a structured, skills-based approach that fosters emotional regulation, distress [...]

Supervision Group day change – SUD and addiction-related codependency, now Thursdays

Supervision Group day change – SUD and addiction-related codependency, now Thursdays

Now every other Thursday at 1:00 PM, starting February 27th! Ryan Lindsey, a seasoned therapist and clinical supervisor, facilitates a dynamic online supervision group specifically tailored for therapists in Washington State. This group focuses on substance use disorders and addiction-related [...]

Tianeptine: The Hidden Opioid Lurking in Plain Sight

Tianeptine: The Hidden Opioid Lurking in Plain Sight

Tianeptine, often deceptively marketed as a dietary supplement, is a drug with a complex and concerning profile. While initially developed as an antidepressant, its misuse and abuse have revealed a darker side, particularly for those struggling with opioid use disorder.[...]

Understanding Washington State’s Opioid Crisis: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025

Understanding Washington State’s Opioid Crisis: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025

The opioid crisis continues to have a profound effect on Washington State, touching the lives of individuals, families, and entire communities. At Freesia Therapy Collective, we are dedicated to raising awareness and fostering recovery for those dealing with addiction and [...]

Supervision Groups at Freesia Therapy in 2025

Supervision Groups at Freesia Therapy in 2025

Check out some of the supervision group options currently available for 2025 at Freesia Therapy!

Suicidal Ideation and Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) - Tuesdays

This specialized supervision group is designed for therapists who want to build confidence and competence in working [...]

Harm Reduction and Polysubstance Use Disorders: A Trauma-Informed Approach in Counseling

Harm Reduction and Polysubstance Use Disorders: A Trauma-Informed Approach in Counseling

Polysubstance use disorders, involving the misuse of multiple substances, present unique challenges during both assessment and treatment. Traditional abstinence-based approaches may not always be the right fit for individuals struggling with polysubstance use. Harm reduction, an evidence-based approach (SAMHSA, 2024), [...]

Portugal’s Model of Drug Decriminalization and Harm Reduction: A Compassionate Approach to Saving Lives

Portugal’s Model of Drug Decriminalization and Harm Reduction: A Compassionate Approach to Saving Lives

In recent years, Portugal’s innovative approach to drug decriminalization has emerged as a beacon of hope in addressing the global drug crisis. By shifting the narrative from punishment to care, this model has achieved remarkable results in improving public health, [...]

The Rise and Severity of Kratom Use in the U.S.: A Growing Concern

The Rise and Severity of Kratom Use in the U.S.: A Growing Concern

In recent years, the U.S. has seen a surge in the use of kratom, a herbal supplement derived from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa tree, native to Southeast Asia. Traditionally used in countries like Thailand and Malaysia as a [...]

Seeking Safety: A Path to Healing from Trauma and Substance Use

Seeking Safety: A Path to Healing from Trauma and Substance Use

Seeking Safety is a unique, trauma-informed therapy designed for people who are struggling with both trauma and substance use. Many people turn to substances to cope with the pain of traumatic experiences, but this often leads to more harm and [...]

NYT: What’s Behind the Remarkable Drop in U.S. Overdose Deaths

NYT: What’s Behind the Remarkable Drop in U.S. Overdose Deaths

After years of relentless rises in overdose deaths, the United States has seen a remarkable reversal. For seven straight months, according to federal data, drug fatalities have been declining.[...]

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