Frequently Asked Questions About Rehab at Passages Malibu
Considering drug and alcohol rehab, but not sure where to start? Passages is here to answer all your questions about our holistic treatment program options. With over 20 years of experience in the addiction treatment field, Passages is at the forefront of assisting people in discovering a life free ofContinue Reading
How Can I Assist a Friend or Family Member Who Is Suffering From Addiction?
By Jennifer McDougall Watching a friend or family member battle addiction is heartbreaking. While it can feel overwhelming to know how to help, there are effective ways to support your loved one while encouraging them to take steps toward recovery. At Passages Malibu, we understand the complexities of addiction andContinue Reading
How to Get Sober Through Mindfulness
By Jennifer McDougall Do you want to change your life? Mindfulness is the practice of living in the present moment without judgment. Mindfulness practices have many benefits, including reducing stress, boosting memory, and improving decision-making. “When we get too caught up in the busyness of the world, we lose connectionContinue Reading
What is Holistic Addiction Treatment at Passages Malibu
In a medical setting, holistic therapy addresses mental, physical, and emotional health conditions while considering social and economic issues. The difference between traditional and holistic therapy is that only the psychological, behavioral patterns and ramifications of traditional therapy are observed and treated. In holistic therapy, the person’s entire being isContinue Reading
Why Do So Many People Have More Anxiety at Night?
By Jennifer McDougall When the lights go out, the distractions disappear, and everything becomes a little more unsettling. The exact causes that create anxiety during the day can generate anxiety at night. However, the combination of anxiety and insomnia may be mistaken for other diseases, and the difference in environment betweenContinue Reading
What Causes a Drug and Alcohol Addiction
By Jennifer McDougall You may have had a childhood trauma that was incredibly painful, either physically or emotionally, such as sexual assault, the death of a parent or close friend, or the loss of an opportunity, and you have buried the occurrence because it was so terrible. Or perhaps youContinue Reading
What Happens If You Drink Alcohol Every Day?
By Jennifer McDougall In the United States, many individuals drink alcohol for social reasons or relaxation, often believing that moderate consumption carries little to no risk. However, drinking alcohol every day—even in amounts that don’t seem excessive—can lead to significant short-term and long-term health issues. Understanding these risks is crucialContinue Reading
The Ultimate Guide To Self-Care in Addiction Recovery
By Jennifer McDougall Everything else falls to the wayside when addiction takes over your life, including your relationships, career, school, and mental and physical health. That’s why regaining control of your own life is one of the most liberating elements of recovery. However, it’s easy to get caught up inContinue Reading
10 Life Skills to Learn in Addiction Treatment
By Jennifer McDougall While in treatment for a drug addiction issue, it is critical to developing various life skills to maintain stability and exercise independence. Individuals struggling with codependency and drug addiction frequently struggle to be self-reliant and consistently make healthy judgments. Learning to cope with life, grief, and changeContinue Reading
Is Alcohol the Leading Factor Causing Troubles in Your Relationship?
By Jennifer McDougall Alcohol consumption not only wrecks a person’s personal life, but it also has a significant influence on every connection they have. The most potent and negative impacts are expected to emerge at intimacy, relationship, and marriage levels. Alcohol destroys many romantic relationships, resulting in estranged marriages andContinue Reading
COVID-19’s Implications on Mental Health and Substance Abuse
By Jennifer McDougall There is no doubt that the pandemic has had a significant impact on the lives of millions of Americans, and the notion of things returning to “normal” has grown less hopeful as a result of the numerous changes brought to light by COVID-19 at home, work, socialContinue Reading
Examining Your Relationship With Alcohol: 10 Signs It’s Time to Stop Drinking
By Jennifer McDougall Alcohol abuse is a severe problem in the United States and worldwide. The drinking culture in America has normalized binge drinking to the point where casual or “responsible” drinkers do not consider themselves having a problem. Since there are many different levels of alcohol abuse, determining whetherContinue Reading
12-Step Alternatives to Getting Sober at Passages Malibu
By Jennifer McDougall Twelve-Step Programs do not work for everyone. That’s why Pax and Chris Prentiss, co-founders of Passages Malibu, created a holistic treatment program that emphasizes one-on-one counseling rather than group gatherings. As a result, since 2001, our non-12 step addiction treatment facility has helped thousands of individuals fromContinue Reading
What to Do When You Have a Dream About Relapsing
By Jennifer McDougall When people are in the early stages of recovery, they may have dreams that they’ve relapsed. These dreams can come with symptoms related to drug and alcohol use. When this happens, individuals in sobriety usually wake up feeling guilty and confused. What causes these dreams? And whatContinue Reading
How to Stay Sober For the 4th of July
by Jennifer McDougall Staying sober over holidays like the Fourth of July can be a challenge for individuals in recovery. This federal holiday is occasionally a day of barbeques, drinking, and cheerful celebrations, even though it is exclusively intended to commemorate the United States’ independence. It’s a good idea forContinue Reading
How to Quit Drinking Alcohol and Be Mindful of Addiction Triggers
Are you ready to stop an addiction to alcohol and live a healthier, happier life? Our professional team at Passages Malibu drug and alcohol rehab is prepared to help. But unfortunately, alcohol addiction is widespread, and we know you’re probably feeling completely hopeless. That’s why we focus on the journey of healingContinue Reading
What is the Cost of Treatment at Passages Malibu
Passages Malibu is a luxury drug and alcohol rehab center in Malibu, California, that provides unique non-12 step addiction treatment programs. Being the most prominent luxury treatment center in Southern California certified by the Joint Commission, Passages Malibu is generally more expensive than our sister location in Ventura, California. Many individuals areContinue Reading
Warning Signs of Fentanyl Addiction
by Jennifer McDougall Fentanyl, like heroin, morphine, and other opiate medications, attaches to the bodies’ opiate receptors, which are found in the areas of the brain that control pain and emotions. Dopamine levels rise as the drug connects to these receptors, and there is a feeling of euphoria and relaxation.Continue Reading
What is California Sober?
By Jennifer McDougall Sobriety is the absence of drugs and alcohol and maintaining a clean lifestyle day after day. The term “California Sober” has been introduced in recent years as a way to claim sobriety without fully being abstinent, which can be dangerous for many people, especially those who struggleContinue Reading
How to Manifest Everything You Want
By Jennifer McDougall Have you ever wondered how some things work out for some people, and others seem to struggle more through the obstacles in their way? Or how when you envision how you want your life to look and then look back five years later, you realize that everythingContinue Reading



















