When it comes to building a new life in addiction recovery from drugs or alcohol, the power of positivity is often underestimated. Focusing on long-term happiness can help each person live life to the fullest, in recovery from alcohol and drugs. Some people believe that if you look good, you feel good. Other people think […]
As we now begin to see light at the end of the tunnel following the pandemic, focusing on your mental health and practicing self-care has never been more important. Working from home, being unable to see your loved ones, or struggling with seasonal depression can all take a huge toll on how you feel. Here’s […]
Think back to your childhood and teenage years; chances are high that you went through some ups and downs. Throw in a global pandemic and platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, and it’s no wonder that teens are seeking mental health services more frequently. On the bright side, mental illness and mental health treatment in […]
As a parent, you may not know how to navigate having difficult conversations with your child about serious topics such as drugs or alcohol. Substance abuse treatment in Minnesota can be a sensitive topic, but having these conversations when your child reaches an appopriate age can help build a trusting relationship between the two of […]
Peer pressure is all around us and it isn’t something that goes away overnight. Although many adults have the right tools in their arsenal to avoid most peer influence, the pressure to act a certain way is always present regardless of age. If you’ve been seeing your middle school or high school student feel pressure […]
What a year! After many ups and downs throughout 2020, 2021 is quickly approaching. Approximately 40 percent of Americans set New Year’s resolutions at the start of each year. Unfortunately, less than half of these people are successful after just 6 months. The key to successful New Year’s resolutions is keeping them as realistic and […]
Family therapy in Minneapolis often gets the reputation of being only for dysfunctional families that have huge problems to work through. In reality, family therapy offers a ton of incredible benefits to a variety of family units to help improve the way in which they communicate. Throughout our experience, we have come to learn many […]
Mental health can be a tricky, sensitive topic that is difficult to talk about for some people. If you are the one who is suffering from anxiety or depression, you may have certain words or questions that cause you to become more stressed out. And if you have a loved one who is suffering, you […]
Many individuals seeking adult mental health services around Minnesota know how easy it is to overthink. Especially in light of COVID-19 and spending an increasing amount of time isolated from the “norm,” getting in our own heads is especially easy. Getting overly caught up in the cycle of “what-ifs” can be extremely taxing on your […]
It’s no surprise that sleep and mental health are interconnected, and those who suffer from mental health struggles are more likely to experience insomnia or other sleep issues. In fact, 50-80 percent of patients in a typical psychiatric practice suffer from chronic sleep problems while only 10-18 percent of adults in the general population suffer […]
Options Family & Behavior Services backs their mission to improve lives in all that they do. It's comforting to sink into their atmosphere of positivity and helpfulness. Options practitioners are friendly, knowledgeable and motivate change.
M.H. - Minnesota
Options makes me have motivation to stay sober I haven't smoked or drank in 20 days :D I'd recommend this to people who struggle with addiction and mental health issues.
Caitlyn D. - Minnesota
I wasn't sure about calling and I'm not so sure I was even serious about trying to get help. For the first time in my life I was pleasantly surprised! The staff at Options did not let me fail and I am SO thankful and SO happy they were committed to my success even though at first I wasn't!
Josh H. - Minnesota