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Balanced Recovery Center Newsletter
Volume 4, March 2025
A Holistic Approach to Sustainable Recovery
Spring into Recovery with BRC!
Welcome to the March edition of the Balanced Recovery Center newsletter! As the days grow longer and spring breathes new life into our surroundings, we're excited to share the latest updates and highlights from BRC.
Expanding Our Reach, Enhancing Your Recovery:
New Client Enrollment:
We're thrilled to announce that we are now accepting new clients for our comprehensive programs! Whether you're seeking a full-day, half-day, or our flexible hybrid virtual program, BRC is here to support your journey to lasting recovery.
Call us today! (413) 331-7810
Holistic Healing:
At BRC, we understand that recovery is a holistic process. We continue to offer a range of exciting holistic modalities designed to equip you with essential coping tools for long-term success.
The "Co-Reg" Corner:
In our ongoing commitment to implementing the ARC framework, we've introduced the "Co-Reg" corner. This dedicated space provides a supportive environment for individuals to regulate their emotions and connect with others when needed.
Commitment Meetings:
We consistently hold regular commitment meetings to keep all of our clients on track with their recovery.
Partnerships and Community:
We were honored to recently meet with the incredible staff at RCA Westminster inpatient facility. Their dedication to providing exceptional care complements our outpatient services, and we look forward to a blessed and fruitful partnership. In Addition, we were able to visit the grounds of Swift River in Cummington, MA. It is a beautiful facility. We are thankful for our continued partnership.
Community Connections:
The bonds formed within our groups are truly mesmerizing. The relationships our clients build with one another, facilitated by great sharing, games, and holistic modalities, create a powerful support system.Spring Events:
With spring on the horizon, we're eager to connect with our community at various local events. Do you know of events where BRC should have a presence? Please share your suggestions by emailing
Balanced Spotlight: Ashley Maroney, LMHC
Managing Partner/Owner & Program Director
We're delighted to shine a spotlight on Ashley Maroney, LMHC, a driving force behind BRC's success.
Expertise and Experience: Ashley earned her Master's degree from Assumption University in Worcester, MA, in 2014 and obtained her clinical mental health license in 2016. Her career has been dedicated to specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders, with extensive experience across the entire spectrum of care.Holistic
Approach: A certified yoga teacher since 2018, Ashley integrates yogic breath and movement into her practice, believing that meaningful recovery starts from within.
Program Development: She focuses on developing thriving programs and clinicians, navigating the complexities of managed care.
Community Building: Ashley understands the power of community, and fosters the group setting that allows for deep healing.
Visit Us Online:
For more information about our programs and services, please visit our website at www.balancedrecoverycenter.com
Stay Connected:
We're committed to supporting your journey to recovery and mental health. Stay tuned for more updates and events in the coming months.
Warmly,
The Balanced Recovery Center Team
Balanced Recovery Center
February 1, 2025
BRC's January Roundup: Building Bridges and Celebrating Success
January has been a month of connection, growth, and celebration at Balanced Recovery Center!
Celebrating Client Success
This month, we also celebrate a long-standing client who recently graduated from our program. While we can't share her name, we can share our immense pride in her journey. She demonstrated incredible tenacity and effort, acquiring essential life skills and tools to support her long-term recovery. The entire Balanced team is inspired by her dedication and wishes her continued success in her journey.
Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, the importance of community, and the effectiveness of BRC's comprehensive approach to treatment.
Strengthening Community Partnerships
We believe that "it takes a village" to support individuals in recovery. That's why we're committed to building strong relationships with community partners. We're grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with organizations like Arbor Counseling Services, Berkshire Mountain Detox, and many others who share our passion for helping people achieve lasting sobriety.
BRC's Holistic Approach:
Setting Us Apart
At BRC, we go beyond traditional therapy to offer a holistic and integrated approach to recovery. Our unique modalities include:
Yoga: Promoting physical and mental well-being through movement and breathwork.
Mindfulness: Cultivating present-moment awareness to reduce stress and increase self-regulation.
Meditation: Encouraging deep relaxation and inner peace.
Art Therapy: Providing a creative outlet for expression and healing.
Music Therapy: Utilizing the power of music to soothe the soul and process emotions.
Nature Therapy: Connecting with the healing power of the natural world.
Animal-Assisted Therapy: Experiencing the comfort and joy of interacting with animals.
Reiki: Promoting relaxation and healing through energy work.
Massage: Relieving muscle tension and promoting a sense of well-being.
Sound Healing: Using vibrational frequencies to harmonize the mind and body.
NIA: A movement practice that blends dance, martial arts, and healing arts.
Now Accepting Clients in Our Full-Day and Half-Day, Half Day Flex Programs
We currently have openings in our structured, full-day program half day and our flexible, half-day program option. The half-day program allows you to personalize your schedule and attend sessions at times that work best for you with virtual options. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, we encourage you to reach out and learn more about how BRC can help.
Call us today at
413-331-6781
to get started.Visit our website to learn more at
www.balancedrecoverycenter.com
.
Get started today!
A Game of Ups and Downs: BRC's Interactive Approach to Relapse Prevention
This January, BRC's our treatment groups took a playful yet profound approach to understanding relapse prevention. We transformed our yoga room into a life-sized game of Chutes and Ladders, with participants stepping, sliding, and climbing their way through the challenges and triumphs of recovery. But this wasn't just child's play. As participants landed on different squares, they engaged in thoughtful discussions, answering questions designed to highlight key aspects of maintaining sobriety.
What are some healthy coping mechanisms you use to deal with stress?How do you identify your triggers?Who are your biggest supporters in recovery?What does self-care mean to you?
The game served as a powerful metaphor for the recovery journey.
Just like in Chutes and Ladders, there are ups and downs, setbacks and triumphs. The "ladders" represented positive choices, supportive relationships, and healthy coping skills that propel individuals forward. The "chutes" symbolized triggers, unhealthy behaviors, and challenging situations that can lead to lapses or relapses.
By visualizing these concepts in a game format, participants gained a deeper understanding of the relapse process and learned how to navigate potential pitfalls. The interactive nature of the activity fostered open communication and encouraged participants to share their experiences and insights.
This creative approach to relapse prevention is just one example of how BRC goes beyond traditional therapy to engage clients in meaningful and impactful ways. We believe that learning should be fun, interactive, and relevant to real-life experiences.
January's Employee Highlight: Tanaisha Espino, MS, Lead Clinician
This month, we're also shining the spotlight on Tanaisha Espino, MS, Lead Clinician at BRC. Tanaisha is a graduate of Bay Path University, where she earned her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in trauma. She is bilingual fluent in Spanish and has diverse clinical experience, having worked in settings such as schools, in-home therapy, residential programs, and group private practice.
Tanaisha has a strong background in supporting children and adults facing complex trauma, substance use challenges, and developmental delays. She is trained in evidence-based approaches, including TF-CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, the ARC framework, and somatic treatment. With a relational and client-centered approach, Tanaisha emphasizes collaboration throughout the therapeutic process.
A passionate dog enthusiast, she enjoys incorporating pet therapy into her work by bringing her golden retriever, Maverick, (pictured below )
to BRC to support clients in their healing journey.
Balanced Recovery Center
December 7, 2024
Our Grand Opening
Balanced Recovery Center's Grand Opening was held on
December 5, 2024.
What an incredible day it was! We are overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who joined us to celebrate the Grand Opening of Balanced Recovery Center. The energy and support were truly inspiring!
A special thank you to our esteemed guests, Author of "Voices from the Fallen", Michael Tourville , Senator Jake Oliveira and House Representative Brian Ashe for our recognition of citations and for taking the time to celebrate with us and share their commitment to supporting recovery in our community.
We are also incredibly grateful for the strong presence of our community partners, including Bay Path University, Swift River, Aware Recovery Care, Granite Recovery Centers, the East Longmeadow Police Department (including Chief Flanagan), and so many others. Your collaboration is essential to building a strong recovery ecosystem in Western Mass.
Thank you to Western Mass News for covering our event and helping us spread the word about the importance of accessible, quality addiction treatment.
And most importantly, thank you to our amazing local community for welcoming us with open arms. We are dedicated to being a resource for you and your loved ones on the journey to recovery.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (413) 331-7810
Address Office: 168 Denslow Road, East Longmeadow MA 01028