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Theo Ressler’s journey to sobriety spans decades of courage, support, and deep self-reflection. Growing up in a turbulent world of substance use, Theo began experimenting with alcohol and drugs [...]

The theme of this year’s Recovery Month – Recovery is for Everyone – is as necessary now as it has ever been. We still encounter callous ignorance when it comes to recovery. Far too [...]

It’s easy to get caught up in negativity. Between the constant news cycle, world events and social media, it can seem like the world is closing in on you. But please remember: Protecting your [...]

Sanctuary Centers has come into many lives unexpectedly. I found Sanctuary when I was walking a long and painful journey alone. I’ll always be grateful for that journey because it got me to where [...]

According to the County, “Santa Barbara is extreme with regards to alcohol and other drug use,” with rates higher than state averages for several harmful substances. But we’re working to change. [...]

  About the author: Nicole Soria has been a member of Sanctuary Centers’ Co-Occurring Disorders team since 2018.  As Administrative Manager, she works closely with everyone coming in [...]

Coping Pre-Covid When I came to Sanctuary Centers I was a wreck. I couldn’t deal with myself, let alone a global pandemic. I didn’t know anything about mental illness. In my life, in my inner [...]

Coronavirus is here… and the time has come for us to take it seriously.  Of course, it’s possible that—when we’re looking back on this years from now—our preventative measures may look [...]

For many people, the holidays are a joyous time to return home and reconnect with loved ones. They celebrate family traditions and attend diverse religious ceremonies, unwrap colorful gifts and [...]

In the summer of 2016, I found myself in a really hot and humid room, sitting on my yoga mat, exhausted, sweaty, and quite frankly upset. I had been practicing yoga for two years at the time, but [...]