Author: Kendall Maloof

Clinical Director Kendall Maloof is the clinical director at Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist and has held multiple leadership roles before settling here at Eagle Creek. Kendall received her master’s degree in marriage and family therapy from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2016. Her career in mental and behavioral health began in 2014 when she took up internships in both the nonprofit and for profit sectors. She interned at multiple reputable companies, such as The Living Success Center and 449 Recovery in California. In 2019, Kendall became the clinical director of Sunsets Recovery for Woman, a dual diagnosis program in southern California. Kendall is a natural leader. She has an incredible ability to problem solve and stay calm in any situation. Kendall never fails to show up when she is needed, and her calm demeanor makes her team and clients feel at ease. Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery is proud to have Kendall as our clinical director.

Drugs and Social Media

Social media, in some form or another, has impacted society exponentially for the better part of two decades. Many who use it find that their brains are re-wired to function a certain way. Most individuals who use social media spend hours on end consuming content and media. This has a detrimental impact on the brain’s reward system; in extreme cases, this has been linked to substance abuse.

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Sober Vacations: How to Maintain Sobriety When Traveling

When you enter into addiction treatment and recovery, it is perfectly normal to find yourself a little unsure of how to approach the different activities you engaged in when you were under the influence. For many people, vacation means a time to relax and let loose. But what if you are in recovery and letting loose used to mean also abusing substances?

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Self-Care in Recovery: A Guide to Achieving Long-term Sobriety

Self-care is dedicated to taking a break from the stresses of life and setting aside time to care for yourselves. This is especially important, as many individuals neglect their overall well-being during active addiction. To achieve long-term success, self-care in recovery should be practiced regularly. Self-care can mean different things to different people but generally includes [...]
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Sober 4th of July: How to Celebrate Independence Day Without Derailing Recovery

The 4th of July is a day full of friends, family, food, and celebration. But, for those in recovery, this day can be challenging. Like many social events, July 4th typically involves drinking alcohol which can challenge sobriety. Instead of avoiding the party, try these sobriety celebration ideas to enjoy a sober 4th of July. [...]
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