Costa Rica Recovery

28/08/2025

Signs and Symptoms of Overdose – In honor of International Overdose Awareness Day (August 31st), we wanted to spread awareness about the signs and symptoms of overdose.

Statistically, you are more likely than ever to come across an overdosing person, and thanks to the widespread availability of naloxone nasal spray, many potentially fatal overdoses have been averted.

Learn more about naloxone and how to make a difference in the battle against overdose on the official website at https://www.overdoseday.com/

If you are interested in seeking treatment for active addiction, call us at (866) 804-1793 or email info@costarica-recovery.com.

26/08/2025

An interesting fact we are sharing in honor of this month’s approaching International Overdose Awareness Day (August 31st).

To learn more about our recovery center in San José, Costa Rica, call us at (866) 804-1793 or visit costaricarecovery.com.

24/08/2025

International Overdose Awareness Day – On August 31st, we will recognize so that we can bring awareness to the leading killer of people aged 18-45.*

Visit the official website at https://www.overdoseday.com/ to learn more about how to prevent overdose, and what you can do to make a difference.

To learn more about how our recovery center in San José, Costa Rica treats addiction to opioids, call us at (866) 804-1793 or visit costaricarecovery.com.

*in the U.S. (per The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)

20/08/2025

Recovery Communities Around the World

One thing we have learned is that there is support for recovering people no matter where you go. Read this article on our site to learn more about 12-Step meetings at Burning Man Project, Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, all the way down to the Sober Surfer's meeting in Nosara, Costa Rica (where you will often find our Hope Dealer in Chief (CEO) Scott Huseby):
https://costaricarecovery.com/articles/12-step-recovery-communities-help-people-around-the-world/

As always, call us at (866) 804-1793 to learn more about our recovery center in San José, Costa Rica.

You may have heard this before, but in recovery, you’re never alone. I’ve seen a lot of the world and experienced fellowship in so many wonderful locations.

17/08/2025

Dr. Rosario De Vega is someone that makes a difference in the lives of those that come to Costa Rica Recovery.

In addition to helping clients at our facility for almost a decade, she has also pursued additional opportunities in her own clinical practice to reach and help vulnerable populations, including migrants, refugees, and individuals facing social and economic hardship.

She strives to listen, advocate, and restore the dignity to the clients in her care.

Want to meet the team behind the work? Call (866) 804-1793 or visit https://costaricarecovery.com/staff-members/.

15/08/2025

Many of our team members, including our "Hope Dealer-in-Chief" (CEO) Scott Huseby, discovered that they needed to accept help in order to stop using drugs and alcohol and pursue a life of recovery.

Trust us when we tell you that the end result justifies the discomfort of making the change. We are living proof that recovery is possible and miracles walk amongst us every day.
One of our intake advisors is standing by now at (866) 804-1793, or you can email us at info@costarica-recovery.com. Recovery is possible, and we're here to walk that path with you.

13/08/2025

Setting Boundaries to Support Your Sobriety

Once you’ve done the crucial work of going to treatment and achieving some abstinence from your drug of choice, you may find yourself dealing with some people who might not understand the need for you to say ‘no’ to old activities and haunts.

This is especially true for family members who you live with, and may pertain to behaviors that they have that are potentially damaging to your serenity and could contribute to a craving to relapse.

It’s smart to proactively address your concerns with your friends and families so they can understand what you are going through.

Visit our site to read the full article which has a list of potential responses to use when interacting with your crew: https://costaricarecovery.com/articles/setting-boundaries-to-support-your-sobriety/.

To learn more about how our recovery center in San José, Costa Rica provides an immersive holistic recovery, call us at (866) 804-1793.

11/08/2025

Through decades of studies on treatment outcomes, the evidence has become quite clear that there is a strong relationship between time spent in treatment and likelihood of successful outcome (ie long-term recovery).

When we go through treatment, the only way to deepen the healthy neural pathways that guide our new, healthy behaviors, is through repetition, and time.

Coming to our recovery center in San José, Costa Rica allows you to get the same level of care as in the United States or Canada – but at a lower price, allowing you to stay in treatment longer.

To find out more and start the process of healing with us, call us at (866) 804-1793, or visit this page to learn more about our clinical approach: https://costaricarecovery.com/our-treatment-approach/.

06/08/2025

PTSD and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)

These two disorders often go hand-in-hand and exacerbate each other.

But, the good news is just as one disorder complicates the other, recent research shows that people who receive prolonged therapy for PTSD will reduce their drinking.

At our immersive recovery center, we combine evidence-based therapeutic processes like dialectical behavioral therapy with holistic activities like mindfulness training to help our clients recover in mind, body, and spirit.

Read an article about this topic on our site here: https://bit.ly/45f71DR

At Costa Rica Recovery, our team understands how these struggles connect, and we’re here to help you with both disorders. Call us at (866) 804-1793 to learn more about treatment at our recovery center in Costa Rica.

01/08/2025

What if Your Loved One Leaves Treatment Early?

Early recovery is a fragile time for a newly sober person, and sometimes they leave treatment against medical advice (AMA).

While it is upsetting for the family members, it should not be cause for panic, but time for a measured response. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Take care of yourself first and protect your boundaries
2. Avoid panic or pressure
3. Encourage small safety steps

View the full article on our site, which also discusses why treatment ‘doesn’t work’ sometimes and how relapse can be part of recovery: https://costaricarecovery.com/articles/what-to-do-if-your-loved-one-leaves-treatment-early/

To learn more about how our immersive recovery center in San José, Costa Rica can be a great fit for individuals who have left treatment early AMA near their homes in Canada and the U.S., call us at (866) 804-1793.

Early addiction recovery is a fragile time in life for a newly sober person, as well as their family. Loved ones feel a sense of hope when a person goes to

28/07/2025

Dr. Alfaro, our medical services director, has more than seven years of experience in psychiatry, with a strong focus on the treatment of addiction and mental health disorders.

Dr. Alfaro is a faculty member at the University of Costa Rica's postgraduate psychiatry program, where he teaches courses in Addiction Psychiatry and Psychopharmacology.

He is passionate about helping individuals recover from addiction and is committed to delivering evidence-based, personalized treatment that supports sustainable healing.

Want to meet the team behind the work? Call (866) 804-1793 or visit https://costaricarecovery.com/staff-members/.

24/07/2025

Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is a structured form of therapy developed to help manage intense emotions and build coping skills.

DBT combines mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

These skills help you stay calm during crises, reduce impulsive actions and improve relationships.

Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it is used to treat many other mental health disorders, including addiction.

At Costa Rica Recovery, we integrate evidence-based therapeutic processes like DBT with complementary holistic practices to address all aspects of your well-being—mind, body, and spirit.

To find out more and start the process of getting treatment at our recovery center, call us at (866) 804-1793, or visit this page to learn more about our clinical approach: https://costaricarecovery.com/our-treatment-approach/.