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About Michael D. Stone, MD

Medical Director Michael D. Stone, MD has been in practice for over 30 years. He graduated from Medical School in 1986 and attended LA County/USC Medical Center Residency in the field of Emergency Medicine. He is a practicing E.R. doctor at 2 hospitals in the Southern California area. Dr. Stone also has a Specialty in Chemical Dependency and Addiction Medicine for 22 years. He is the Medical Director of numerous Residential and Outpatient Facilities in the Los Angeles area. Dr. Stone’s interests outside of medicine include a commercial pilot, all outdoor activities including skiing, fishing and boating. Learn More About Michael D. Stone, MD

Addiction 101

Friday, March 3rd, 2023

How to Set Healthy Boundaries with an Addict

Michael D. Stone, MDMedical Director Michael D. Stone, MD has been in practice for over 30 years. He graduated from Medical School in 1986 and attended LA County/USC Medical...
Recovery Community Relapse Prevention The 12 Steps

Saturday, February 4th, 2023

How to Get the Most Out of Your 12 Step Meeting

Self-help groups like 12 Step don’t replace the need for initial addiction treatment. However, their combination of social accountability and goal setting can be immensely helpful for many people...
Therapy Treatment

Friday, November 18th, 2022

Understanding the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM)

The Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) is a holistic approach that allows a person to process and release trauma. Traumatic experiences can have many long-term, damaging effects on a person,...
Addiction 101

Thursday, October 6th, 2022

Does Family History Play a Role in Addiction?

Addiction, better known as substance use disorder (SUD), affects millions of Americans. This means you likely know someone suffering from this debilitating disease. In fact, that could very well...
Therapy

Monday, September 12th, 2022

Addiction Recovery Through Brain Painting

Substance abuse can be all-consuming, for both the person struggling with addiction and their loved ones. According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, for individuals under 45...
Addiction 101

Monday, August 15th, 2022

Addiction 101

Addiction is far from simple. Many Americans live in fear that they or someone they know is suffering from addiction. Addiction is a mental illness that causes physical changes...
Therapy

Monday, July 11th, 2022

Top Frequently Asked Questions About Dual Diagnosis

Dual Diagnosis FAQs Below are the top ten most frequently asked questions about dual diagnosis. The recovery process may seem complicated at first, perhaps even scary, especially if you...
The 12 Steps

Thursday, June 30th, 2022

Some of Our Favorite Sayings From the 12 Steps

The 12-step program has helped countless individuals throughout their sobriety journey. Kelly, J. F., & Abry, A. W. (2021). Leave the past behind by recognizing the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness...
Addiction 101

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022

Is It True That Addiction Starts in the Brain?

What do we mean when we say that “addiction starts in the brain?” Is this an accurate way to describe how someone develops an addiction or is addiction based...

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March 20, 2023

8 Ways to Rebuild Family Ties Early in Sobriety

Cristina Bonilla, ACSWTherapist Cristina is a bilingual clinical social worker with over 10 years experience working in the field...
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March 11, 2023

The Healing Power of Music for Mental Heath

Kristen Nelson, MDAdult Psychiatrist Kristen Nelson, MD is double board certified in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. She completed...
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March 3, 2023

How to Set Healthy Boundaries with an Addict

Michael D. Stone, MDMedical Director Michael D. Stone, MD has been in practice for over 30 years. He graduated...
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