Serenity House Counseling Services, Inc.

11/17/2025

Join us this coming Thursday evening at 7 PM for WINGS: A free evening of autobiographical therapeutic performance (ATP) for the Addison community. ATP is a drama therapy approach where participants share their stories using theater skills and dramatic processes to promote insight, healing, and transformation.

After the performace, join us for a brief Q & A, where the cast and facilitators will share insights and answer your questions about the creative and therapeutic process. Refreshments will be provided by Eternal Buzz Cafe.

11/17/2025

Kathleen's journey reminds us: recovery is possible. Through your support, more stories like hers are written. Donate now to help others begin.

https://www.givegab.com/campaigns/seasonofgiving

11/13/2025

On World Kindness Day, we celebrate compassion, support, and understanding. At Serenity House, kindness is foundational. We invite you to do one kind act today in honor of someone in recovery.

11/11/2025

Today, we honor all veterans — those who served, those still healing, and those quietly fighting battles we cannot see.

Many veterans face addiction, PTSD, or mental health challenges after service — and no one should fight those battles alone.

Our doors are open. If you’re a veteran seeking recovery, support, or community, Serenity House is here for you. 🇺🇸

11/10/2025

We’re excited to share a major step forward in expanding recovery support for women in our community.

In 2024, Serenity House was awarded $475,000 from the Illinois Housing Development Authority to support the development of our New Women’s Recovery Home in Addison.

As of October 22, 2025, zoning has officially been approved—which means we can now move forward with renovations and prepare for a spring opening.

This home will provide:
• Safe housing
• Continued clinical and peer support
• Stability during recovery
• A path toward independence

We are deeply grateful to IHDA, the Village of Addison, and our community partners who believe in this mission.

11/10/2025

Recovery is built one day at a time. Here are 5 daily practice to stay grounded.

• Mindfulness or breathing for 5 minutes
• Journal cravings + triggers without judgment
• Take care of your body (sleep, water, nutrition)
• Connection — call a sponsor or trusted friend
• Nightly gratitude: 3 things that went right today

11/07/2025

Our Psychiatric Intervention Program offers coaching, assessment, and support Wednesdays & Thursdays. No insurance required. Contact us.

11/07/2025

At Serenity House, Performing Perseverance is a trauma-informed drama therapy program that helps individuals in recovery rebuild resilience and voice through creativity.

Through group and individual sessions, participants use role-play, improvisation, mindfulness, and movement to process emotion and reclaim identity.

Each year, five live performances — including the upcoming WINGS event on Nov. 20 in Addison — show how personal struggle can become powerful art and community connection.

Join us as part of the audience. Come witness courage, community, and recovery brought to life on stage.

11/04/2025

Serenity House offers a full continuum of care: from extended residential to outpatient to recovery homes. We tailor care to your journey.

Learn more at serenityhouse.com

11/04/2025

MYTH vs FACT:

Myth: People with addiction are morally weak.

Fact: Addiction is a disease with biological, psychological, and social components.

Let’s challenge stigma together. Share to raise awareness.

11/01/2025

This month, we’re launching our Season of Giving: Give Hope. Give Healing. Give Recovery. Over the next weeks, you’ll see stories, facts, and opportunities to join us in transforming lives.

Today, did you know that more than 100,000 people die annually in the U.S. from drug overdoses? (source: CDC) Let’s start the conversation.

Donate here: https://www.givegab.com/campaigns/seasonofgiving

Join me in giving to Serenity House Counseling Services, Inc.'s campaign Season of Giving

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from all of us at Serenity House! However you celebrate, remember: the best memories come when you’re fully present.

Stay safe, stay strong, and keep it spooky-sober.