The Art of CRAFT
The “craft of CRAFT" is the art of communicating with subtlety and compassion, thoughtfully expressing boundaries without criticizing.
Category: Member Blogs
Quest for Confidence: A Journey of Self-Trust
A guide to a quality most of us need to reflect on more deeply—and all of us can nurture
Balancing Love and Safety
Setting boundaries is an act of love, protecting yourself while holding space for a healthier relationship in the future.
Kayla Solomon on the Therapist’s Role
Laurie asks co-host Kayla, a practicing social worker, questions about the role of therapists in addressing substance use disorder.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Let a Live Demonstration Show You What It’s All About
There’s nothing like seeing a treatment approach in action to make its benefits clear
Interview with Bill Carruthers, Part 2
We talk with new Allies partner Bill Carruthers, "person in long-term recovery" and Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner.
Interview with Bill Carruthers, Part 1
Bill Carruthers, new Allies partner, discusses his professional work and his personal experience with addiction recovery.
How Do You Handle the Holidays?
How do you answer questions about loved ones and handle expectations? Connection without enmeshment is especially important in the holidays.
The Holidays: Cheer, Challenges, and Strategies
Annie Highwater’s guide to surviving and thriving this season.
Marijuana: Is It a Problem?
Since it has medical uses, the answers lie in good communication, in helping the person understand for themselves whether it's a problem.