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Even a single use can lead to a Meth overdose.
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Can Someone Overdose on Meth?

Methamphetamine is an illegal and highly addictive stimulant drug. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration classifies methamphetamine as a Schedule II stimulant, meaning it has an ...
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Addiction

Long-Term Effects of Alcohol Abuse

The long-term effects of alcohol can lead to deadly results. Alcohol wreaks havoc on a person’s body and mental health. It can also affect their ...
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What is Adventure Therapy in Addiction Treatment?
Addiction Treatment

What is Adventure Therapy in Addiction Treatment?

At Spirit Mountain Recovery, located amid the serene beauty of the Wasatch Mountains in Utah, we believe in harnessing the power of adventure as a ...
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A man working on Understanding addiction, contemplating treatment options.
Addiction

Why Your Loved One is Addicted: Understanding Addiction

Understanding addiction and why a loved one is addicted to drugs or alcohol is the beginning of offering support in their recovery. Understandably, it is ...
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Can You Get Addicted to Marijuana?

Because marijuana is so widely used and is now legal in many states across the country, people mistakenly believe that this specific chemical substance is ...
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Warning Signs of Oxycodone Abuse

Oxycodone, an opioid, is a prescription medication used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain. Knowing the warning signs of oxycodone abuse is vital ...
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Stages of Drug Addiction

Addiction affects everyone differently. Some people begin using drugs early, slowly developing physical and psychological dependence over the course of years. Others develop an addiction ...
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Addiction

The 4 Stages of Alcoholism

Alcoholism is a complex and chronic disease affecting millions of people worldwide. Alcohol addiction does not develop overnight. Rather, it progresses over time through several ...
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Addiction Treatment

What Are the Signs of Addiction in Men?

Addiction is a complex and chronic disease that significantly impacts the lives of men and those they love. While addiction is a devastating condition, many ...
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Dan Philips, LCMHC, Senior Therapist of Spirit Mountain Recovery

Dan Phillips, LCMHC

Senior Therapist

Dan has worked as a licensed therapist, both publicly and privately, in the behavioral health field for the past 20 years. He specializes in the treatment of young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, family discord, Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD), relational struggles, and a variety of learning disabilities. Dan utilizes various therapeutic modalities in his practice including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Relationship-Based Therapy and Existentialism. He has been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor since 2009.

Dan in his leisure time is an avid mountain biker, skier, trail runner, and golfer. He has also traveled extensively throughout his life to Nepal, Switzerland, Thailand, Italy and Costa Rica.

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