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It's interesting to reflect on the fact that we are now at the 30-year anniversary of the approval of naltrexone for alcohol use disorder use disorder. This article by Dr. Joseph Volpicelli traces the history of this helpful medication and shares information on how and why it works.

Looking back – and ahead – on the 30th anniversary of FDA approval for naltrexone as a treatment for alcohol use disorder Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is an effective treatment for AUD, but it remains underutilized by the medical community.

We hope you all had a safe and restful Memorial Day Weekend! Here are some tips for successful holiday celebrations.

Drinking safety tips to be aware of this Memorial Day Weekend GREENVILLE, N.C (WNCT) — Memorial Day Weekend is commonly known as the official kickoff to summer. With the majority having a three-day weekend to celebrate, that not only means spending more…

Have you heard about 's? Black Out Rage Gallons? It's a drinking trend that can lead to some serious consequences.

What Is BORG, Gen Z’s Dangerous Drinking Trend? | Healthnews College students are consuming gallon-sized alcoholic concoctions, called BORG’s, at day parties, and experts say it’s a trend that’s harmful to their health.

If you are going on vacation, but don't want to overdo it, here are some tips to help you drink moderately.

https://www.nbcrightnow.com/news/enjoy-your-vacation-with-mindful-summer-drinking-tips/article_35ff1540-12fe-11ef-9263-7f25bcff6607.html

With 4SoberChicks – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

4SoberChicks invited me to their podcast to talk about how women’s experience of recovery is different and we also talked about how diagnoses of are often missed in women and how treating ADHD can be an important part of recovery. It’s great to have in depth conversations about these important topics!

I have ADHD and I’ve had it my whole life however, I wasn’t diagnosed until I was 45. I couldn’t understand why after 3+yrs without alcohol, extensive trauma work, and a comprehensive recovery program I didn’t feel better emotionally. I didn’t feel at peace, that’s the only way I can describe it. My mind was constantly running, I had a 1000 unfinished projects, and I struggled with emotional regulation. Without alcohol in my system I was no longer able to mask my symptoms. My diagnosis has provided a great deal of relief for me. Understanding that my brain works differently…… and there are things that can help me…..was huge!
Join us as we talk with Dr Church about Women, ADHD & Addiction.

Jillian Dara wrote this article in Forbes explaining what is, and how it came into the popular vernacular. Wholeview's CEO, Dr. Sarah Church shared some thoughts with her about this phenomenon, how to avoid it, and what to do if it persists. You can check it out here!

Suffering From Hangxiety? Here's How To Overcome Hangover Anxiety Feeling hangxiety after a night out? Discover effective strategies to overcome hangover anxiety and reclaim your peace of mind.

Meet the FABULOUS, Dr. Sarah Church! Dr. Church is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the addiction treatment field. In 2018 she founded Wholeview Wellness an innovative outpatient addiction treatment center in
midtown Manhattan, after serving for 16 years as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and for 12 years as the Executive Director of the Division of Substance Abuse at Montefiore Medical Center.

She completed a predoctoral fellowship in addiction at the Yale University School of Medicine after graduating from Fordham University with a doctorate in clinical psychology and from Columbia University with an AB in psychology. She was appointed by Mayors Bloomberg and De Blasio to the NYC-DOHMH Community
Services Board and serves on the Clinical Advisory Panel for NYS OASAS and is currently the Secretary for the New York State Psychological Association’s (NYSPA) Executive Committee for the Division on Addictions. Internationally, she has provided consultation to the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for both Vietnam and Afghanistan as they develop medication-assisted treatment centers in their countries.

Make sure to tune in when her Episode is dropped!! So many amazing conversations!

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Expert tips that can help people avoid excessive alcohol consumption HOUSTON (KIAH) — Texas is among the states with the highest risk of alcoholism according to FindRecovery.com. Dr. Sarah Church, founder, executive director, Wholeview Wellness shares tips on …

Dr. Sarah Church, Executive Director of Wholeview Wellness, joined Newsline with to talk about the end of and what's next.

NEWSLINE: What to do after Dry January - WCBSAM: On-Demand Dr. Sarah Church, Executive Director of Wholeview Wellness, joined Newsline with Brigitte Quinn to talk about the end of Dry January and what's next.

Wholeview's Dr. Sarah Church shares her thoughts on how to best transition from to the rest of the year. Check it out!

Some Thoughts for You as Dry January Ends January is almost over. If you were abstaining, there are several factors to keep in mind as you decide how to proceed.

When considering treatment for and use, people reflexively think of or . However, those are not always the right choices. Here are Wholeview Wellness' Dr. Church's thoughts on how outpatient treatment can be a good start. Let us know your thoughts!

Why Choose Outpatient Treatment for Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders? When most people think about addiction treatment, they immediately think of detox and inpatient rehabilitation programs (a/k/a “rehab”). They might also think of peer support that can be accessed through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or other 12-step programs. However, people don’t typically think...

Sarah Church was interviewed by Shawn Watkins on WSAV News about Dry January. Check it out!

Are you up for the Dry January Challenge? SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The annual Dry January Challenge dares us to abstain from alcohol for the entire first month of the year. “There are many health benefits of taking a break from drinkin…

If you are trying to quit or know someone who is, Micaela English wrote this helpful piece in Glamour that shares both her personal experience with and some great tips! Some of which were provided by Wholeview's Dr. Sarah Church!

Learning How to Quit Drinking Was the Biggest Gift I’ve Ever Given Myself Here's what to expect—including benefits, potential side effects, and what to do in social situations.

This NYTimes article discusses both the nature and nurture side of disorder. Spoiler alert...both contribute to struggles with drinking.

How Family History Influences Your Drinking Genes and the environment you grew up in both play a role, but they’re no guarantee you’ll struggle with alcoholism yourself.

Tracie, Meredith, Dana, and Heather speak with Wholeview's Dr. Sarah Church on some of the complexities that surround and underscore treatment for alcohol use.

‎4SoberChicks: 4 Sober Chicks Season 2 Episode 26 Dr Church on Apple Podcasts ‎Show 4SoberChicks, Ep 4 Sober Chicks Season 2 Episode 26 Dr Church - Nov 27, 2023

Dr. Sarah Church shares tips for getting through the holidays using Mindfulness.

Tips for Mindful Drinking During the Holidays Being more mindful while drinking can help people who are trying to avoid overindulging during the holiday season. Here are some tips for practicing mindful drinking: Savor the Beverage - Take a moment to appreciate the way the drink tastes, how it smells, and how it looks. Use all your senses to no...

Keep an eye out for this podcast! 4SoberChicks - Heather, Dana, Lisa, and Meredith are on a mission to end the stigma of addiction by candidly sharing their relationships with alcohol. https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdeHbJqX4WX1gfq7ouB80

Meet the FABULOUS, Dr. Sarah Church! Dr. Church is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the addiction treatment field. In 2018 she founded Wholeview Wellness an innovative outpatient addiction treatment center in
midtown Manhattan, after serving for 16 years as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and for 12 years as the Executive Director of the Division of Substance Abuse at Montefiore Medical Center.

She completed a predoctoral fellowship in addiction at the Yale University School of Medicine after graduating from Fordham University with a doctorate in clinical psychology and from Columbia University with an AB in psychology. She was appointed by Mayors Bloomberg and De Blasio to the NYC-DOHMH Community
Services Board and serves on the Clinical Advisory Panel for NYS OASAS and is currently the Secretary for the New York State Psychological Association’s (NYSPA) Executive Committee for the Division on Addictions. Internationally, she has provided consultation to the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for both Vietnam and Afghanistan as they develop medication-assisted treatment centers in their countries.

Make sure to tune in when her Episode is dropped!! So many amazing conversations!

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Introducing Wholeview's Trauma Recovery IOP! - https://mailchi.mp/ddfd82bca8f1/introducing-wholeviews-trauma-recovery-iop

We are getting the word out about our new trauma IOP! If you have questions about our new program that treats symptoms of PTSD, trauma, and traumatic experiences, give us a call at 212-204-8430. We'd love to hear from you!

As part of Recovery Month, Wholeview's Dr. Sarah Church talked with WTVM's Dee Perez about how binge drinking has been increasing in American women.

Interview: Sarah Church talks about binge drinking among women

Rhett Miller posted this on his page. I love the message, and wanted to share it with the Wholeview community. His honesty both about his struggle and about how he is now experiencing recovery is inspiring. Congratulations on 8 years Rhett!

On July 11, 2015 I took my last drink. I've never regretted it.

I'd always assumed that folks who'd "had to get sober" had done so as a last resort, and that they now lived sad half-lives. After I'd made it to the other side myself I realized that the only half-life was the one I'd been living. Barely there, not there at all, or physically there but cranky, angry, short-tempered and defensive.

I can't believe I survived the years between 13 and 44. God knows I almost died a thousand times. Driving when I shouldn't have, wandering strange dark streets while wasted, pouring poison (triple on the rocks in a pint glass) down my throat on a nightly/hourly schedule...

That I was fun, that all this self-destruction was a party, that was just a story I told myself.

I told myself so many stories.

I told myself that I would never be able to quit. And I believed it.

But. But!

On Sunday, April 5, 2015 having flown back on the last flight from Chicago after a radio station gig, I found myself drunken and defensive about missing Easter. As I fumed in bed, filled with venom, a thought cut through the fog. I had an epiphany. I didn't want to live like this anymore.

It wasn't easy, but it wasn't, it turned out, impossible. Between April and July, it was more of an experiment than anything else. Weeks without drinking and then a night out on the town, wondering inevitably, "Is this fun? Am I having fun?" And I decided I wasn't.

Meetings helped, though I didn't faithfully "work the program." My path was more solitary. And though I recognize that a self-guided sobriety wouldn't suffice for everyone, it worked for me.

My therapist Lois was a great resource. Sober friends proved invaluable. And there were more of them than I'd ever realized.

And time did its healing, just like they say. As the booze receded into my past, I was able to recognize the insidiousness with which it had tricked me into believing that I needed it, that it was awesome, that it was harmless.

And then came the clarity. That's the biggest selling-point sobriety has to offer. It isn't the lack of bad things in your life, it's the absolute gift that is the newfound clarity in your life. Imagine living your first four decades with sub-20/20 vision and then some roving optometrist hands you a pair of glasses.

I felt better in my body, mind and soul. And I have continued to feel better ever since. Eight years of clarity. Eight years of modeling healthy living for my kids. I've still been able to write songs. I've had fun. And laughs. I've felt joy. So much joy. I've even been able to address the issues that had me on the run from myself for all those years. I'm not perfect but I'm better. Every day.

If you wonder about sobriety, and maybe you believe yourself incapable of finding your way to the other side, please hear me when I say: It's worth it! And you can do it!

If you're in a place where you need a tug towards a brighter future, please let this note be an outstretched hand offering to help you find the way. It's glorious over here. You'll love it.

The Wholeview team had an amazing day at the NYSPA Division on Addiction's: Coming Together: Courage and Collaboration Conference

DR. SARAH CHURCH - How To Re-Evaluate Your Relationship With Alcohol by Solace and the City This week I spoke with Dr. Sarah Church, the founder and executive director of Wholeview Wellness. Dr. Church is a clinical psychologist who has more than 20 years of experience in research, program development and treatment of patients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Be...

Wholeview's Dr. Sarah Church was interviewed by Zoe Scurletis on her podcast Solace and the City for . Check it out here!

DR. SARAH CHURCH - How To Re-Evaluate Your Relationship With Alcohol by Solace and the City This week I spoke with Dr. Sarah Church, the founder and executive director of Wholeview Wellness. Dr. Church is a clinical psychologist who has more than 20 years of experience in research, program development and treatment of patients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Be...

NYSPA Division on Addiction's First In Person Conference in 4 Years! Fri April 28th - To register, click https://bit.ly/3xZEguC !

Courage and Collaboration in Substance Use Psychotherapy - Register here now! https://bit.ly/3xZEguC

This will save a lot of lives and is good public health policy!

The FDA has approved the overdose-reversing drug Narcan for over-the-counter sales It could take months before Narcan, the brand name for naloxone, is available for purchase without a prescription, the Food and Drug Administration said.

Seats are filling up fast for Courage and Collaboration the NYSPA Division on Addiction's Conference on Fri April 28th! It is going to be a great day! Click here to register! http://bit.ly/3xZEguC