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Recovery Is Keeping Problem Solving Simple
Good problem solving involves simplifying the issue until you can identify what the really crucial point is, and then doing what’s necessary

Can We Control Our Emotions?
That fact is, we can’t control our emotions. Can you accurately and consistently predict how you will feel next Tuesday? Does telling

Addiction Replacement: From Drugs or Alcohol to Food
The most common addiction replacement for drugs and alcohol is without question or hesitation, food. An average 137 lb (62Kg) adult is
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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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Arianna 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.
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