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 [...]
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? [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Repealing Obamacare: The Future of Addiction Treatment
As the healthcare debate looms large over the country right now, there are many people who are fearful of what will happen to addiction treatment if Obamacare is repealed. Many [...]
Healthy Ways to Celebrate Summer While Still in Recovery
Staying sober is an ongoing struggle, which is why addicts will have to remove all the temptations that may trigger them to use. For some people in recovery, the summer [...]
3 Benefits to Getting Your Counseling Certification in Colorado
The process to get your professional counseling certification/licensure can be a difficult one. All states require professional counselors to go through a certification/licensing process but it can differ from state [...]
Professional Development plans are due at DORA by August 31, 2017
What is Continuing Professional Development? According to DORA, “Continuing Professional Development is the ability of a Certified Addiction and Licensed Addiction Counselor to learn, integrate and apply the knowledge, skill, [...]
The Journey of an Addiction Counselor: Thea Wessel
Get to know Thea Wessel, a Licensed Addiction Counselor, has a masters in Forensic Psychology, and is a member of the Colorado Association of Addiction Professionals. Thea, a mother of [...]
5 Signs You May Need to Attend Rehab
Addiction can quickly and unexpectedly overwhelm someone’s entire life. Friends and family become easily aware of their loved one’s situation, and you may become aware of the overwhelming demand your [...]
Addiction Lessons in Film: Trainspotting and T2 Trainspotting
Trainspotting and T2: Trainspotting are films about drug addiction, recovery, friendship, sexual desires and harsh comedy. Throughout both films, Mark Renton (played by Ewan McGregor) and his friends struggle with [...]
CAC Credential – Affordable….Flexible…..Valuable
CAC training classes are structured to meet student needs. Here are some key points as to how CAC training puts its students first: PRACTICALITY Each class is designed to be [...]
Addiction Lessons in Film: Clean And Sober
Movies have had a huge role in the lessons we learn throughout life. These lessons can be applied to our friendships, relationships, work, etc. We want to take a look [...]
What Are You Working Toward? Becoming an Addiction Counselor
Many people entering the addiction counseling field don’t know there are many different levels of Certified Addiction Counseling. The Odyssey Training Center is proud to offer all CAC courses currently [...]
The Journey of an Addiction Counselor: Sorin Thomas
Get to know Sorin Thomas, a Licensed Addiction Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor, and the Executive Director at queer* (Queer Asterisk). Sorin has recently partnered with us at the Odyssey [...]
Understanding the Relationship Between Mental Health & Addiction
Pc: Nathan Huisenga @vividmind27 via Instagram For those aspiring to be Certified Addiction Counselors (CAC) or Licensed Addiction Counselors (LAC), understanding the relationship between mental health and addiction [...]
Student Spotlight: Getting to Know Anthony Merlino
One of the most important parts of the Odyssey Center’s success is our students. We aim to make sure each of the students taking our classes, whether online or on [...]
Transgender Issues Related to Addiction
Coming out as transgender takes a lot of bravery. In some cases, coming out to friends or family can be disheartening due to the reactions they may have. Most studies [...]
Seven Ways to Maintain Your Sobriety over the Holidays
For some people in recovery, staying sober can be tough. You don’t have to let unfulfilled expectations, tense family dynamics, or crazy in-laws threaten your recovery. Here are seven ways [...]
The ROI of Continuing Your Education at Odyssey Training Center
Education is quickly becoming one of the largest monetary investments one can make in their lifetime. The price of higher education has skyrocketed in recent years, making many reevaluate their [...]