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5 Ways to Improve Your Health in a Drug Rehab Program
Royal Life Centers at Spokane Heights provides comprehensive addiction treatment for alcohol and substance use disorder. Our drug rehab program is extensive,

Five Healthy Habits To Make in Drug Rehab
Addiction Treatment In addiction treatment, guests relearn important life skills and gain tools that allow them to process and get through any

Why is Nutrition Important in Addiction Treatment Centers?
Addiction contributes to poor nutrition or malnourishment. Constant consumption of alcohol or other substances denies the body of essential nutrients and prevents

Meth Addiction: Breaking The Stigma
For some reason, meth addiction holds one of the largest stigmas in our society; today, I want to explore why. For as

Anti-Opioid Meds in Medical Detox
Opioids are a class of drugs that include both prescription painkillers like Vicodin, Percocet, OxyContin, Opana, etc., illicit drugs like heroin and

10 Things You Should Be Doing in Drug Rehab
Addiction treatment is marked by learning about the impact of your behaviors, learning how to make changes, and making those changes. Essentially,

The Importance of Mindfulness in Addiction Treatment
What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment. Many people associate mindfulness with practices like mindful meditation

What is Inpatient Treatment for Addiction?
Inpatient treatment is the highest level of care that we offer for addiction treatment. Inpatient programs offer the most support and guidance

Driving Under the Influence: A Look at Washington State’s Drivers
As we know, drug addiction is a growing epidemic in the United States and across the globe. The impact of drugs and

10 Ways to Get out of a Rut in Addiction Treatment
Feeling stuck is common in addiction treatment, and often people feel like their productivity levels decrease when they are in an addiction
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Allie Kraska serves as the Organic SEO Growth Manager for Aliya Health Group’s nationwide network of addiction and behavioral health treatment centers, including Royal Life Centers. She develops and implements content strategies, monitors and analyzes SEO performance, identifies areas for improvement, and optimizes marketing team efforts to increase visibility and sustain growth. When writing for Aliya Health Group, Allie aims to provide actionable recovery advice from an educated, experienced perspective. She earned her BA in English Language and Literature with a minor in Painting, Drawing, and Print-Making from the University of North Florida.
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View all postsArianna Kosoglou is the VP of Digital Strategy for Aliya Health Group’s nationwide network of addiction and behavioral health treatment centers. Since her start at Royal Life Centers in 2019, she has dedicated her expertise to crafting and optimizing digital content that connects individuals with life-saving care. Arianna is recognized for her kindness, deep insight, and the vibrant, positive energy she brings to every project. Driven by her own recovery, she writes with a profound purpose: to inspire and guide others along their personal paths to healing.
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Evan Gove serves as the Senior Strategist of Organic Growth for Aliya Health Group’s nationwide network of addiction and behavioral health treatment centers, including Royal Life Centers. Since 2023, he has developed SEO strategies and managed content production. He earned his BA in Writing and Rhetoric from Hobart and William Smith Colleges.
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At Royal Life Centers, our writers are dedicated to making addiction-related information accessible and easy to understand for everyone, regardless of their background. We aim to foster open and honest conversations about addiction while offering valuable recovery resources for those seeking help. Our mission is to empower individuals to overcome addiction through reliable information and the guidance of our expert medical reviewers.
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Kimberly Sparks, BA, SUDP, is the Clinical Director for Royal Life Centers in Sumner, WA. In this capacity, Kim oversees a clinical team that includes case managers and facilitators. Her responsibilities include providing supervision, training, and daily support to the team, as well as assisting with therapeutic and crisis interventions. She received her Associate of Arts from Tacoma Community College in 2009 and her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from Evergreen State College in 2013. With a career spanning nearly two decades, Kim has held various key positions and played pivotal roles in shaping the direction and success of behavioral health programs.
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Marla Whalen, SUDP, is a licensed Substance Use Disorder Professional and the Clinical Director for Royal Life Centers in Lacey, WA. In this capacity, Marla provides oversight and supervision to the clinical team while also conducting direct patient services. With years of experience in behavioral health, she helps review and assess website content to keep it accurate and up-to-date.











