INTEGRIS Health Arcadia Trails Center for Addiction Recovery

02/06/2026

Asking for help is hard enough, but it can be even more difficult for expecting moms. Fear and stigma keep many from seeking care for their disease and the consequences can be dire.

Executive Director, Brian Couey, Psy.D. speaks with KOCO about some recent concerning trends, unique challenges faced by expectant women with substance use and what can be done to increase their health and wellbeing. Come join INTEGRIS Health Arcadia Trails Center for Addiction Recovery in the fight against stigma: arcadiatrails.org

02/05/2026

Addiction is not an acute condition, but a chronic one, prone to recurrence even after sustained remission. The proposition that long-term relapse is a gradual process of disengagement from ongoing structures and supports and has a course of predictable signs has only been increasingly confirmed by research over the past 20 years. The best treatment programs will teach people how to manage the condition for a lifetime. Unfortunately, in general, programs that talk about “success rates” rarely elaborate on what that means. One year of abstinence? Five years? Reduction in use? Improved quality of life? Fewer overdoses than before? The desperation that people feel when seeking treatment doesn’t lend itself to asking important questions and the promise of a “success rate” is incredibly attractive to a vulnerable person or family looking for hope. Choose a provider who is willing to follow the research and explain what real solutions look like for durable long-term success and well being.

Mass General Brigham researchers study risk factors of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and precursors to long-term relapse among individuals after one year of complete remission.

01/31/2026

Many may not be aware, but Arcadia Trails has been partnered with the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation for the past 5 years, relying on Hazelden to grow and develop its addiction treatment firepower. Hazelden was the pioneer of modern addiction treatment. Once known as the “Minnesota Model,” Hazelden was the first to synthesize medicine, psychology, spirituality, and the wisdom of AA into a comprehensive architecture of care. Nearly all residential treatment programs that exist today use some part of that model. Today, Hazelden continues to lead the profession not just in treatment but in research, publishing, and developing the next generation of the most skilled practitioners through its grad school. Arcadia Trails, through its partnership, has been able to bring the best quality advanced care to Oklahomans. Arcadia Trails congratulates Kathryn Burgum for being selected to spearhead the fight to overcome addiction at the highest levels of government. Oklahomans will only benefit from having a skilled champion like Kathryn serve in this role.

Congratulations to Hazelden Betty Ford Trustee Kathryn Burgum for being named co-chair of the new “Great American Recovery Initiative.” The new effort aims to align federal resources, set national goals and use data to guide the government’s response to addiction. In her former role as First Lady of North Dakota, Kathryn created and led an impactful initiative called Recovery Reinvented, which confronted the stigma and shame associated with addiction. She is a passionate champion for recovery, and we are grateful she has been a member of our Board of Trustees since 2018. https://cbsn.ws/4a4smlB

01/30/2026

Quitting smoking may do more than just improve physical health.

Research funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse shows that individuals who stopped smoking had 42 percent greater odds of being in recovery from non-tobacco substance use disorders as well.

Researchers say the findings reinforce the importance of treating multiple addictions together rather than in isolation.

01/27/2026

During Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, we are focusing on one of the biggest barriers to effective treatment. In this short clip, Holly Patton, our lead behavioral health care manager shares why changing the conversation around addiction matters.

Shame, misinformation and fear prevent so many people from seeking help, even though substance use disorder is a treatable medical condition. Help us ensure understanding replaces shame, because judgment-free support can change lives.

01/24/2026

Thinking about a healthier start this year? A break from alcohol, even for just a month, can lead to real, measurable benefits for your body and mind.
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We learn from Brian Couey, Psy.D., the executive director of INTEGRIS Health Arcadia Trails Center for Addiction Recovery, about what happens when you quit drinking for a month.

01/24/2026

There was a time when the average American had a reliable general fund of knowledge of illicit substances and their risks. That world disappeared some time ago. Exotic substances available online and easily purchased with pay apps or crypto now proliferate the market. Some are actually cheaper, more powerful, and preferable to the illicit consumer. New and concentrated forms of Kratom are arguably in the top three of the current list of new, once considered therapeutic or benign, compounds that are causing real problems for those with substance use vulnerabilities.

Join us for a free 1-hour online CE event on February 24: The Hidden Dangers of Kratom. This educational session will explore emerging risks, clinical considerations, and real-world impact.
Presented by Angela Alphin, Executive Director of Valley Hope of Boonville. Register Now https://bit.ly/4b7XUcF

01/22/2026

Now is the time to support people who are in need of help and the loved ones walking alongside them.

Led by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, this month focuses on reducing stigma, increasing awareness of effective treatment options including medications for substance use disorders and encouraging evidence-based care.

At INTEGRIS Health Arcadia Trails Center for Addiction Recovery, we believe treatment works, recovery is possible and help should never come with judgment. Whether you are taking the first step or continuing your treatment, support is here.

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Keep moving forward.

01/20/2026

Oklahomans love football and the Super Bowl is just around the corner. Yet, for those in early recovery, the anxiety around events and celebrations starts to rise as invitations to parties come in. For these folks, there just isn’t a lot experience yet navigating events comfortably, enjoying themselves, and holding onto sobriety in high risk situations. Dr. Brian Couey, Executive Director, and Dr. Elisa Hallerman, author of Soulbriety, teamed up with Everyday Health to share a tactical playbook for getting through events and parties and coming out with recovery in tact.

There’s strength in numbers — if you plan to attend any festivities this holiday season, bring a sober buddy with you, experts suggest. Here’s why.

01/19/2026

Addiction is a disease, not a moral failing.

01/19/2026

Featured in Pioneer Magazine, Arcadia Trails’ own Dr. Brian Couey speaking on a panel for OCCC students to discuss the changing landscape of opioid addiction and treatment. He shares the stage with Dr. Jason Beaman, Chief Medical Officer for ODMHSAS, Dr. Jennifer Allen, OCCC Chair of Department of Psychology, and attorney Jeff Hargrave, Director of the Whitten Newman Foundation. Advocacy and education are critical for fighting the new era of stigma surrounding addiction.

01/19/2026

Read the full Thought For The Day at https://bit.ly/ThoughtFTD
The things I was most hesitant to speak about eventually lost their charge as I brought them out into the light.