20th Anniversary
An Interview with Michael Connelly on Odyssey's 20th Anniversary This year, Odyssey Training Center celebrates their 20th year helping people in Colorado earn their CAC and become addiction counseling [...]
The Opiate Epidemic in Colorado
The opiate epidemic and drug overdose deaths are at record levels in Colorado and our treatment system is being overwhelmed. At Odyssey keeping our students updated with the current [...]
Approaching Addiction from the Inside Out
At Odyssey, we approach addiction from the inside out. What that means to me is blending current research and interventions for addiction with an understanding of how that is [...]
Women Helping Women Through Tragic Addiction
The Sisters’ Scholarship at Odyssey is of great importance to me because is tied to tragic outcomes in my own family. The Scholarship is in memory of my two sisters [...]
What 7 Career Doors Open When You Get Your CAC?
First and foremost, getting a CAC prepares you to work in the addiction treatment field. In this field there’s a wide range of career paths which you can choose, for [...]
What is it like to be an addiction counselor?
Today I want to talk to you about a question I’m frequently asked by students, usually newer students, and that is; what is it like to be an addiction counselor? [...]
Prepare for the National Exam (NCAC I & II/MAC )
Become a CAC/LAC or upgrade your certification now! Now is the best time to start preparing for the National Exam towards your CAC/LAC or upgrade. It’s never too early to start [...]
Beating Addiction With Holistic Therapy
Holistic and alternative medicines have been gaining popularity in recent years. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, approximately 38 percent of adults (about 4 in 10) [...]
5 Ways to Promote Mental Health In Your Community During Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to help your community become more aware of the mental health crisis our country is facing. If you’re [...]
Becoming a Certified Addiction Counselor: A Quick Guide
Certified Addiction Counselors provide education, therapeutic care and recovery support to addicts seeking help. CACs help their clients adopt healthy lifestyle practices as well as coping skills to stop substance [...]
Can Marijuana Help Opioid Addicts?
The opioid epidemic is something that has essentially plagued the United States and is a huge problem in Colorado in particular. Overdose rates are higher than ever and people are [...]
Walmart Works to Combat Opioid Addiction With Disposal Product
Walmart has unveiled a new program that would work to limit the access patients have to prescription opioids. This program is designed to allow people to dispose of their unused [...]
The Opioid Epidemic: How Did We End Up Here?
There was a time in the not too distant past when drugs like OxyContin were considered wonder drugs designed to help people in severe pain live a normal life. These [...]
Why Odyssey’s Top Online CAC Program is Right for You
Recovering from an addiction is one of the most emotional, mentally draining challenges a person, and their family will face in life. However, once you overcome this hurdle, you are [...]
The Addiction and Mental Health Connection: Why Mental Health Professionals and Police Should Team-Up
Many people who become addicted to drugs and alcohol are also found to have some type of mental illness. In fact, this relationship is so strong, that many experts [...]
Recovering Addicts: How Odyssey Provides CAC Training to People From All Walks of Life
For most people, the decision to become a Certified Addiction Counselor is based on their desire to help addicts in need. Since 1999, Odyssey Training Center has had the pleasure of [...]
The Opioid Crisis Continues: What is Colorado Doing (and not Doing) to Take a Stand
Each day, 90 people die in this country as the result of an opioid overdose. Since 2012, the state of Colorado has been waging war on this crisis. The Colorado [...]
5 Sober New Year’s Eve Party Ideas
In just a little while, 2017 will be over and it will be time to start a new year. Whatever you have planned for this New Year, Odyssey Training Center [...]
Solutions to Stop Bullying: How You Can Help
Nearly 21% of all students in American schools say they have been bullied at one time or another. Studies show that only about 36% of the kids who are bullied [...]
Holiday Give Back: Charities You Need to Donate to in Colorado
The state of Colorado has over 10,000 homeless citizens. During the holiday season, taking some time to find ways to help these citizens is important. There are a variety of [...]
Recovering Addicts: How You Can Give Back to Your Local Recovery Centers This Thanksgiving
Many studies have shown that recovering addicts that give back to their community are far less likely to relapse. Giving back to people in need is a great way to [...]
Trump Administration Comes Up Short in Their Fight Against Opioid Addiction
Recently, the Trump administration declared opioid addiction a public health emergency. This move was supposed to provide more access to treatment for opioid addiction and remove various restrictions that [...]
How Food Affects Your Mood
“You are what you eat,” is a saying most of us are familiar with. Most people have heard this adage a thousand times, but never realize just how true [...]
How To Raise Community Awareness Around Mental Health and Addiction
Did you realize that nearly 21.5 million Americans are waging a battle with substance abuse right now? Each year, drug abuse and addiction costs this country around $200 billion in [...]
Celebrating the Life and Achievements of Warren Humble
Warren was perpetually grateful and an endlessly loving person. He grew up in Denver, graduated from Colorado State University with an undergrad degree in Sociology and received his Master’s degree [...]
Substance Abuse Treatment Options 101
The main goal the team at Odyssey Training Center has is providing future counselors with the tools they need to adequately treat patients. The counselors who graduate from our program [...]
Top 7 Colorado Hikes to Experience Fall Foliage
Pumpkins, sweaters, festive Starbucks drinks? Yes please! For most people, fall is their favorite time of year due to the beautiful foliage and the cooler weather. You can finally go [...]
The Pros and Cons of Medical Marijuana
One of the most hotly debated topics in the world of medicine involves medical marijuana. There are a number of people on both sides of this debate that make very [...]
Appropriate Ways to Confront a
Loved One Struggling With Addiction
Dealing with the stress that comes with having a loved one who is an addict can be overwhelming at times. Some people ignore this problem in hopes it will [...]
How to Talk To Your Kids About Drugs and Alcohol Abuse Before Sending Them Back To School
Being a parent is one of the most important jobs you will have in your life. Making sure your children are informed about the risks that will confront them as [...]