The Council on Recovery

03/12/2026

This post is brought to you by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission:

Looking for some alcohol-free inspiration to make the most of your spring break? Taking a few minutes to write down thoughts or feelings can help manage stress and support mental well-being.

03/11/2026

📢New CEU Opportunity April 10!
In this application-based, interactive workshop led by Dr. Liz Ross, participants will begin to practice the skills and strategies of Motivational Interviewing (MI). Specific attention will be given to the importance of the MI Evoking Process and how it can enhance confidence, while introducing advanced concepts to overcome client resistance. Through role-play, partner activities, and Virtual Reality, participants will practice MI techniques to support client movement towards positive change. Register at www.councilonrecovery.org/mi-ceu. (Coping Resource Center)

03/09/2026

Many of our staff attended the Network of Behavioral Health Providers ACT for Mental Health Symposium last week, connecting with colleagues to build stronger mental health and substance use care systems in Houston. We look forward to continued collaboration, partnership, and meaningful impact!

03/06/2026

As we get ready for Spring Break, what should parents know about teen drug and alcohol use? Chief Clinical Officer Bridget McCauley spoke with KPRC2 / Click2Houston KPRC2 Haley Hernandez about steps to help protect your kids.
Watch here: www.click2houston.com/news/local/2026/03/06/experts-warn-spring-break-can-increase-risk-of-teen-drug-and-alcohol-use-what-houston-parents-should-know

As Houston-area families gear up for spring break, experts are sounding the alarm: the combination of free time and teen loneliness can be a dangerous mix.

03/01/2026

You might have noticed our campus refreshed this week and that's all thanks to our amazing volunteers! Last weekend at Mission in Motion, they got to work on the lush bamboo that lines our campus, trimming it down to let the light shine in 🌞 Others worked on organizing, decluttering, and writing notes of encouragement to new clients. A round of applause for our volunteers! 👏👏👏

02/27/2026

Join the fun at the FREE Sober Chili Cookoff this Saturday afternoon!

Saturday, February 28
12 - 4pm
Fair Haven United Methodist Church (1330 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77055)
Free entry. No registration needed.

02/27/2026

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Habla con tus amigos o seres queridos hoy mismo para recordarles que no están solos. ApoyateEnTX.org

02/27/2026

Thank you to those who attended last week's "Parenting for Resilience, Not Perfection." Our keynote speaker Lisa Helfman shared her family's version of resilience, adding personal testimony to the information shared by our expert panelists. Attendees walked away with valuable tools to strengthen communication, connection, and support.

Thank you again to our panelists, Ashley Le Grange, Daryl Shorter, Trevor St. Denis, and Claire Wisdom, and to our facilitator, Bridget McCauley.

Stay tuned for the next CRF Parenting Series event! Comment below - what topics are on your mind?

02/20/2026

We are honored to welcome Carnie Wilson, Grammy-nominated artist and founding member of Wilson Phillips, on Friday, April 24! Now celebrating more than 20 years of sobriety, Carnie has become a powerful advocate for recovery and mental health, and her story aligns beautifully with our mission of saving lives and building a joyful, connected recovery community. For more info, visit councilspeakerseries.org/luncheon

02/20/2026

This post is brought to you by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission:

Recovery isn't easy, but it's worth every step. Take it one day at a time, choosing growth, healing and strength. If you're seeking support, find help with the Check-In tool at TurnToSupportsTX.org

02/18/2026

Dive in deeper with Dr. Thomson Ivins about the effects of social media on the teenage brain on Houston Matters, Houston Public Media. Click here to watch: www.youtube.com/live/WMyJ5H6KqlA?si=qAQvCDivTpeceA6X&t=2288 (begins at 38:07)

Today on Houston Matters, early voting begins today for the 2026 Texas primaries as Democrats and Republicans decide the candidates who’ll be on the ballot f...

02/17/2026

There’s still time to register for our CRF Parenting Series and we’d love to have you join us this Thursday. If you’re a parent or caregiver looking for practical tools and real conversation around parenting, resilience, and mental health, this event was created with you in mind. It’s a chance to connect, learn, and walk away feeling supported — not alone.

Learn more and register here:
👉 www.councilonrecovery.org/crf-parenting

Join us at 6:30pm for light refreshments before the keynote begins at 7:00pm. We hope to see you there.