Author: Medical Reviewer | Dr. Deena Manion, PsyD, LCSW

Dr. Deena is the Chief Clinical Officer of Westwind Recovery, an award-winning outpatient treatment center in Los Angeles where she oversees the clinical and administrative program and treatment methods. Dr. Deena is a doctor of psychology and licensed clinical social worker since 1993. LCSW #20628. Originally from the East Coast, Dr. Deena has worked running treatment centers, worked as a therapist in psychiatric hospitals as well as school settings and currently has a thriving private practice in the LA area. Dr. Deena has appeared regularly on the Dr. Phil Show as an expert since 2003. She has also been featured on many other TV shows, podcasts and has contributed to written publications as well as podcasts.

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How to Cope with Being Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired (HALT)

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has been a lifesaver for many people. AA not only provides a recovering addict with a community of sober people (or at least trying to stay sober) but there is also an entire philosophy behind life after addiction. AA provides a clear set of guidelines, a map that will direct you out [...]
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Don’t Let Loneliness Get in the Way of Living Sober

For those in recovery, loneliness can be a trigger for relapse. Spending time alone can make using drugs or drinking tempting, and some individuals might turn to substance abuse to feel relief from anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues. Understanding how loneliness can be dangerous and having a plan for when this feeling strikes [...]
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Westwind’s New Concierge-Based Private Treatment Services

Westwind Recovery® is now offering a Concierge Treatment Program to offer clients an increased level of privacy and customization. Designed for those who want an elevated level of care for substance abuse and mental health issues in addition to privacy, this program is changing the face of addiction treatment. At Westwind Recovery®, our goal is [...]
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Benefits of an LGBTQ-Focused Treatment Program

Addiction doesn't discriminate. Substance abuse issues affect individuals from all backgrounds, ages, income levels, and sexual orientations. Drug and alcohol addiction has been found to affect members of the LGBTQ community at higher rates than the general population and is often accompanied by mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. An LGBTQ-focused addiction treatment [...]
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Luxury Treatment Therapies & 5-Star Treatment with a Positive Effect on Your Health

One of the biggest challenges when it comes to the recovery process for addiction and mental health issues is relapse. Many individuals who go through treatment begin using drugs or alcohol again. However, this does not mean that your time in treatment will not be effective or successful. Instead, you should look for a luxury [...]
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Easy Steps to Make a Gratitude Jar

If you are on your journey to recovery from addiction to drugs or alcohol, a gratitude jar can be one way to stay focused on your efforts and on the positive aspects of sobriety. Addiction can have a significant impact on your health, relationships, finances, and employment status. If you have struggled with substance abuse, [...]
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Your Options for Exclusive Inpatient Addiction Treatment in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is home to many who live their lives in the spotlight. These individuals want to maintain a sparkling public reputation, which can seem difficult if they find that they need treatment for mental health or substance abuse issues. While the stigma around receiving professional help has started to fade in recent years, Westwind [...]
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How To Involve Your Family in Your Treatment

We do not live in a vacuum, Everything we do has some type of impact on those who love us and interact with us. Addiction and mental health issues are often thought to be individual problems but they are family disorders. Your family played a role in you becoming who you are now. In turn, […]

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5 Things You Need in a Luxury Inpatient Addiction Treatment Center

It isn’t always easy to know when you should seek out inpatient addiction treatment. Additionally, you might wonder if a luxury addiction treatment center will offer you a greater chance at success. Residential rehab may seem too intense for the type of problems you believe you are dealing with, or you may fear what going [...]
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What Can Chronic Pain Managament Therapy Teach?

Chronic pain can consume your life, leaving no room for anything else. In some instances, trying to control the pain can lead to dangerous drugs that can fuel addiction. What is needed to gain control is a combination of medication management and chronic pain management therapy. There is no one approach to every kind of pain, because [...]
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