Kelly McClanahan
Kelly McClanahan has an MSW in clinical social work and a CATC IV in addictions counseling. She teaches meditation and mindfulness, specializing in addiction and trauma. She also leads workshops and seminars on treatment of addictive disorders and stress reduction.
Learning to Manage Money in Early Recovery
By Kelly McClanahanFor some in early recovery, money is their biggest problem. Addiction counselor Kelly McClanahan explains how best to approach ... Continue Reading
Taking Addiction Recovery 'One Day at a Time'
By Kelly McClanahanAddiction counselor Kelly McClanahan walks us through the steps of the early, difficult days of recovery that every newly recov... Continue Reading
Meditation for Recovering Addicts, Part 1
By Kelly McClanahanMeditation can be a great tool during sober recovery to help quiet a busy mind and find balance. Can you say "Om"? Continue Reading
Meditation for Recovering Addicts, Part 2
By Kelly McClanahanMeditation can be a key component of successful (and peaceful) sober recovery. Counselor Kelly McClanahan shares her expertise ... Continue Reading
Managing Character Defects: AA & The Big Book
By Kelly McClanahanIf you can manage your so-called character flaws or defects--and dare to do the things you want to do in spite of them--you can... Continue Reading
What Does "Making Amends" Really Mean?
By Kelly McClanahanSteps 8 and 9 are all about making amends, but what exactly does that mean? The reality may surprise you. Continue Reading
How to Keep Things Fresh After Many Years in 12-Step Addiction Recovery
By Kelly McClanahanRevitalize your recovery process with these new ideas. Continue Reading
Laughter Is the Best Medicine: Remembering Rule 62
By Kelly McClanahanRecovering addicts know that laughter is one of the most important weapons in their arsenal. Learn how "Rule 62" can make the t... Continue Reading
How to Support a Friend in Recovery
By Kelly McClanahanLearn how to be there for a recovering friend and how to be supportive without enabling their addiction. Continue Reading
Circular and Spiral Healing Patterns During Addiction Recovery
By Kelly McClanahanCircular and spiral healing patterns are discussed in this piece by addiction counselor Kelly McClanahan. Continue Reading