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man experiences benefits of a drug-free lifestyle
Addiction

3 Basic Reasons Why Recovery Is Worth Attempting

There is no question about it — embracing the benefits of a drug-free lifestyle and committing to a life of recovery is challenging. However, any ...
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Equine Therapy and Depression in Utah
Mental Health

Hidden Depression: Signs and Treatment

Hidden depression is something that affects the lives of many people across the country daily. It can be a hard topic to discuss, and this ...
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Mental strength in Utah Men
Addiction Treatment

Benefits of Experiential and Adventure Therapy

Experiential and adventure therapy helps individuals learn that they can have fun while maintaining a clean and sober lifestyle. Having fun in recovery helps to ...
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Addiction

What are Club Drugs?

Substance abuse is something that thousands of people struggle with daily, and club drugs are just as commonly abused as more dangerous and fatal ones. ...
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Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
Addiction

What is Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome?

When someone struggles with alcohol, they are running the risk of developing different health concerns. One of those is Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome. This is a condition ...
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Addiction

Fentanyl: Dangers, Risks and Detox

Fentanyl addiction is a leading cause of overdose and overdose deaths across the country. As a dangerously potent painkiller, fentanyl is not intended for use ...
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People participate in group therapy during outpatient rehab.
Addiction Treatment

What is Outpatient Rehab?

Outpatient rehab, commonly referred to as OP, is a less intensive level of care provided during substance abuse treatment. OP provides much needed and beneficial ...
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A man deals with Chronic pain and alcohol abuse
Addiction

The Link Between Chronic Pain and Alcohol Abuse

The number of people who turn to alcohol in order to alleviate pain is staggering. Chronic pain and alcohol abuse, combined, can be a ticking ...
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woman has anxiety from excessive cocaine use
Addiction

The Connection Between Cocaine Use and Anxiety

Cocaine, a powerful stimulant drug, is known not only for its euphoric and invigorating effects but also for the many psychological ramifications it brings to ...
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Colby James

Colby James, PMH, NP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse

Colby earned his nursing degree from the University of Utah in 2013 and has more than a decade of experience working in diverse healthcare settings including corrections, psychiatry, dialysis, and care for U.S. veterans. He later graduated with honors from the University of South Alabama with a Master of Science in Nursing Practice specializing in mental health and substance use treatment. Colby is trained in medication management and utilizes a range of therapeutic approaches in the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. He emphasizes a holistic approach to care that considers physical health, mindfulness, nutrition, healthy relationships, and restorative sleep as important components of overall wellbeing.

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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