Why We Approach Cocaine Treatment with Both Structure and Softness

Why We Approach Cocaine Treatment with Both Structure and Softness

When someone you love is using cocaine, the world becomes an unpredictable place. You’re constantly calculating: “Will they come home tonight?” “Will they be sober?” “Will this be the day they want help?” But you’re also asking quieter, deeper questions—like “Am I allowed to still hope?” At Tal Behavioral Health in Cleveland, we see the […]

What to Expect in First Month in a Cocaine Treatment Program

What to Expect Your First Month in a Cocaine Treatment Program

When I walked into treatment for cocaine use, I wasn’t hopeful—I was exhausted. My body was still in withdrawal, my brain felt like static, and underneath everything was a deep, aching loneliness I didn’t know how to talk about. Early sobriety doesn’t come with a manual. It’s not neat or linear. But there are patterns. […]