Center for Motivation and Change

The Center for Motivation & Change (CMC): Changing the conversation about substance use from stigma ➜ growth, deficits➜strengths, shame➜pride, ideology➜evidence

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❤️ Supporting someone with addiction can feel overwhelming. BEYOND ADDICTION offers compassionate, science-backed strategies to help you make a difference.
📖 Check it out here 👉 https://t.co/kVEvjFdsfZ @_TheCMC

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Just a little #movement each day can support people struggling with #substanceuse.
It doesn’t take much:

🟡 2.5 hrs walking/week or 1 hr jogging
➕ Strength training 2x/week

✅ #Lessstress
✅ Better sleep & mood
✅ More structure, less pressure

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At #CMCBerkshires, we build each day with care - from early morning mindfulness practices to evening routines.

Dinner is where the day slows down.

Clients #reconnect, #reflect, and start to find comfort in consistency. Healing isn’t just in the therapy, it’s also in the rhythm.

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Cognitive Inertia = the tendency to keep thinking the same way, even when it’s not helping.

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It’s easy to tell yourself you’ll start when things calm down, when you feel more ready, or when the timing is just right.

But #change doesn’t require #perfection. It just requires you to start.

With #science and #kindness, we’re here when you’re ready. 💙

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Nearly 1 in 4 adults with serious #mentalillness also experience #substanceusedisorder.

#Cooccurringdisorders don’t just overlap; they interact, each one influencing the other in complex ways.

That’s why effective care must treat them together.

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The scientific evidence is clear - our #wordsmatter.

They can open doors to change and expand our perspectives or set up barriers and roadblocks to understanding.

That's why we use language that reduces #stigma and keeps the doors open to #change.

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"Making a change isn't an inherently bad or #stressful thing that your brain can't manage, it is literally its job." - Rachel Proujansky, #CMC Director of #TraumaServices.

Learn what goes on in the #brain when you're faced with change. ⬇️

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Today is National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay 🧡

#DEA Take Back Day is a safe, anonymous way to dispose of medications you no longer need. Removing them from your home reduces the chances of #drugmisuse and creates a safer environment for everyone.

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This #ITC training gives family members evidence-based tools, grounded in #CRAFT, Motivational Interviewing, and ACT, to support someone they care about with clarity, compassion, and confidence.

Space is limited!
🔗 https://t.co/wzKMDiN65x

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When you lead with #kindness and ground your efforts in science, you don’t just hope for #change, you help create it. 🤍

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We recognize that #change is personal; some people seek abstinence, and many find that harm reduction or moderation fits their needs.

No matter where you are in your journey, we focus on helping you build the skills and #motivation to create meaningful, lasting change.

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Supporting the #Autistic community isn’t about saying the right things. It’s about showing up with understanding.

💬 Listen
🌍 It’s not a behavior problem
🙌 Embrace individuality & uniqueness
🌱 Stay curious, stay kind

This is the kind of awareness that makes a difference. 💙

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We do things differently for a reason.

We’re one of the only programs that exclusively uses empirically supported #treatments delivered by highly trained clinicians.

When it comes to change, science & #compassion should go hand in hand. 💙

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If you or someone you know is exploring #mentalhealth treatment and/or battling #substanceuse issues, CMC:Berkshires is here to provide expert-led, evidence-based care in a compassionate and supportive environment.

Contact us today [phone].

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#Recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all.

Exploring different options can help you find what truly works for you. #SMARTRecovery is one approach that empowers individuals by focusing on self-reliance, choice, and practical strategies.

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Recognizing early signs of #substanceusedisorder can help you take action before it turns into a more serious issue.

If you or someone you know is experiencing these signs, it’s important to reach out for help. The sooner you act, the sooner you can make a positive change.

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Looking for support but not sure where to start? @cmc_ffc new free, virtual, peer-led ITC group is a great first step for families in New York State. 💙

🔗 Registration required: https://t.co/mr9p2qJCNf

This is made possible by a grant from @cabrinihealthNY.

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#Spring reminds us that change is a natural and necessary part of life. As the days grow longer and the world begins to bloom, it’s a great time to reflect on small steps toward personal well-being.

Remember, #change isn’t about perfection; it’s about movement. 💛