Headwaters FL

02/04/2026

Addiction is often an adaptation to trauma — not a moral failure. In this clip from The Hanley Effect, Vidya Nair, LCSW and Lyanne Azqueta, LMHC explain how the nervous system learns to survive and how healing begins through connection and safety.

🎧 Full episode on our YouTube
https://youtu.be/0dAHtEkSefU

02/02/2026

Sobriety is a real-life superpower.💪✨

01/30/2026

Holistic addiction treatment concentrates on patients’ overall well-being—mind, body, and spirit—rather than just treating surface symptoms. In this article, learn the benefits of holistic treatment for addiction and the services offered at Headwaters.

In this article, learn the benefits of holistic treatment that effectively addresses the root causes of addiction.

01/29/2026

IT'S HERE!! Our newest edition of Recovery Revolution is officially out!🌴✨📖
This issue is especially close to our hearts because it highlights the voices of our alumni. They are the people who truly embody everything we work for every day. In these pages, you will hear directly from courageous individuals who found healing through the many treatment programs we offer. They are living proof of why we do what we do. We are so proud to share these stories and we're grateful to everyone who helped bring this magazine to life.
Read and order the current issue now!: https://hanleyfoundation.org/magazine/
Lead Photography by: LILA PHOTO
Event Photography: Tracey Benson Photography
Design by: Katelynn Noble
Copywriting by: Valerie Staggs
Proof reading by: Rhoda Pappert

01/28/2026

Florida State Senator and Hanley Center alumnus Darryl Rouson joins The Hanley Effect to share his powerful journey from addiction to long-term recovery—and how healing opened the door to a life of public service and advocacy.

His story is a reminder that we do recover. 💙
🎧 Listen now. https://hanleyfoundation.org/podcast/senator-darryl-rouson/

01/26/2026

Sobriety doesn’t happen alone. Be the reason someone believes it’s possible. 🤍

01/23/2026

Some of the most successful people live with depression. They are innovators, entrepreneurs, and award winners. As more of them share their stories, they empower others to care for their mental health without feeling shame. This article examines how neglecting mental health needs can lead to professional and personal consequences, the connection between addiction and depression, and how to seek help.

Learn how untreated depression affects executive mental health and which Headwaters treatments can help.

01/21/2026

🎧 New episode of The Hanley Effect

We’re joined by Frank King, The Mental Health Comedian , TEDx speaker, and former Tonight Show writer, who uses humor and lived experience to open honest conversations about su***de prevention and mental health. This episode is powerful, moving, and deeply human.

Content note: This episode includes discussion of su***de and suicidal ideation. Listener discretion advised. If you’re struggling, call or text 988 (U.S.).

Listen here: https://hanleyfoundation.org/podcast/frank-king/

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01/19/2026

One of the biggest challenges for people in early recovery can be feeling connected to others. By stepping out of your comfort zone, you increase your chances of staying on the road to recovery. These tips are great ways to connect with others and feel like part of the community.

01/16/2026

Unlike acute trauma, Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder CPTSD stems from prolonged exposure to distressing events, such as childhood neglect, emotional abuse, or repeated relational betrayal. If left untreated, this enduring trauma can subtly influence behavior and emotional regulation, often leading to unhealthy coping mechanisms like substance misuse.

This article dives into the connection between CPTSD and addiction. Discover valuable insights and learn how to support those on their journey to healing.

For many high-achiers, addiction is often rooted in unresolved trauma, particularly Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD).

01/14/2026

Addiction is not a moral failing. It’s a brain disease.

In this episode of The Hanley Effect, neurologist Dr. Carolyn Larkin Taylor brings a powerful medical and human perspective to addiction, sharing what she’s witnessed over decades in clinical practice and why compassion must replace judgment.

From the vulnerability of the adolescent brain to the myths around “rock bottom,” this conversation explores how addiction often shows up in unexpected ways, why families are deeply impacted, and how understanding the brain can change outcomes and save lives.

This episode is a must-listen for parents, clinicians, educators, and anyone who wants to better understand addiction and recovery through a science-based, compassionate lens.

🎧 Listen now and join the conversation about hope, healing, and understanding. https://hanleyfoundation.org/podcast/carolyn-larkin-taylor/

01/12/2026

Stress is our body's natural reaction to life's challenges, both physical and emotional. But we have a built-in "stress reset button" called the relaxation response. Studies suggest that practicing slow, deep breathing (also known as diaphragmatic breathing) can help lower blood pressure and reduce cortisol levels, our main stress hormone. Take a breath and reset!