Kelly McClanahan
Kelly McClanahan has an MSW in clinical social work and a CATC IV in addictions counseling. She teaches meditation and mindfulness, specializing in addiction and trauma. She also leads workshops and seminars on treatment of addictive disorders and stress reduction.
What We Learn From Scott Stapp's Addiction Journey
By Kelly McClanahanThe former Creed lead singer’s widely publicized addiction story is a prime example of a very common problem in diagnosing addi... Continue Reading
AA Celebrates 80th Anniversary at the 2015 International Convention
By Kelly McClanahanThe July event is expected to draw in the largest sober crowd in AA history. Continue Reading
A Parent's Guide to Mental Health Issues
By Kelly McClanahanAs part of Mental Health Awareness Month, take some time to be informed of mental illnesses your child may or may not be suffer... Continue Reading
What is Rapid Detox and How Does It Work?
By Kelly McClanahanRapid detox methods advocate using substitute drugs like Methadone and Suboxone to help addicts wean off of opiates, but do the... Continue Reading
LSD Info, Effects, Addiction, Treatment
By Kelly McClanahanThis article answers the questions: What is LSD, who takes it, how is it taken, and how popular is it? Continue Reading
Mushroom Info, Effects, Addiction, Treatment
By Kelly McClanahanPsychedelic mushrooms, also known as psilocybin, are a hallucinogenic drug. This article explores the properties of mushrooms a... Continue Reading
Walking the Walk
By Kelly McClanahan"Practicing what you preach" is an important part of anyone's recovery. As people become mindful of spiritual principles and be... Continue Reading
What Happens to My Friends When I Recover?
By Kelly McClanahanYour sobriety will inevitably affect your relationships—some positively, some negatively. Continue Reading
Dealing with the Loss of Newbie Attention
By Kelly McClanahanWhen you join a new group there is certain amount of attention you get from being the new kid. But what happens when that spotl... Continue Reading
Cognitive Distortion (Stinking Thinking) and Addiction Recovery
By Kelly McClanahan"Stinking Thinking" is one of the most common reasons why people to falter in recovery. Learn how to recognize and combat this. Continue Reading