Technology, Telehealth, and Secure Communication in Executive Treatment Programs
For executives and high performing professionals, entering recovery is not only a personal decision. It is a strategic one. Concerns about privacy, reputation, and operational continuity often shape whether someone seeks help at all. Technology, telehealth, and secure communication in executive treatment programs have become central to addressing these concerns. Modern recovery models must account for the realities of leadership roles. Many executives manage teams across time zones, oversee confidential information, and operate within regulated industries. Stepping into recovery does
The Neuroscience of Addiction and Executive Decision Making
Leadership depends on clarity, foresight, and emotional regulation. Executives are expected to evaluate risk, manage uncertainty, and guide organizations through complex challenges. When substance use or chronic stress enters the picture, these abilities can be subtly compromised long before consequences become visible. Understanding the neuroscience of addiction and executive decision making provides leaders with insight into how performance can shift beneath the surface. Addiction is not a failure of character or discipline. It is a measurable neurological process that alters how
How Clinicians and Therapists Can Partner with The Lighthouse
Mental health and addiction treatment rarely happen in isolation. For high-performing professionals and executives, care often involves a network of trusted providers who understand both clinical complexity and professional sensitivity. Strong collaboration between outpatient clinicians and specialized treatment programs creates continuity, stability, and better outcomes. At Lighthouse Recovery Services, partnerships with therapists and clinicians are built on respect, discretion, and shared commitment to excellence. Executives and high-net-worth individuals often present with layered challenges. Substance use, burnout, anxiety, and performance pressure intersect
The Lighthouse Welcomes New Board Member Hugh Carey
The Lighthouse is pleased to announce the appointment of Hugh Carey to its board of directors. With extensive experience leading and advising companies across the healthcare industry, Hugh brings valuable experiential counsel to The Lighthouse Board that contributes to the objective of setting the standard in premier recovery services. “We are excited to welcome Hugh Carey to The Lighthouse Board of Directors. His extensive professional experience in a career dedicated to advising or leading healthcare companies—and behavioral health companies, in particular—lends
Family Recovery Coaching
Today The Lighthouse is proud to announce the expansion of our Family Coaching Services. Every family that has a loved one engaged in Lighthouse services will be offered a weekly session with a trained Family Recovery Coach. We will continue to offer our Individualized Family Coaching Services to families that would like more in-depth services to support their wellness, whether or not their loved one is seeking recovery support. Our Family Recovery Coaches are CCAR and CMC trained and can help
Recovery Blog Post-Cini
I was not one of those people who had their first sip of alcohol and thought, “Where have you been all my life!”. My transformation–from a woman who drank wine to have fun, enhance the moment, relax, and take the edge off, to a woman who drank warm vodka alone behind closed doors–happened slowly over time. I do not remember exactly when alcohol captured me–it was a hostile takeover that I did not see coming and had no defenses against. My
Recovery Blog Post-Stephanie
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The Lighthouse’s Cini Shaw Named Caron Treatment Centers Addiction Professional of the Year
We are honored to announce that Cini Shaw, Chief Recovery Officer for Lighthouse Recovery Services, has been named Addiction Professional of the Year by preeminent addiction treatment provider Caron Treatment Centers. The Caron New York Community Service Awards recognize individuals, organizations and institutions that have made an outstanding contribution in the ongoing battle against alcohol and drug addiction. Cini joined the Lighthouse in 2019, and her model of leadership with love and hope continues to have a profound impact on our
Recovery 365: Road To Successful Recovery Journey in CT
There's a good chance you know someone recovering from substance use disorder (SUD), whether from drugs or alcohol. Either way, they could benefit from your support. Maybe they're your best friend or a close sibling, or it might be someone you don't know! Over 20 million Americans succumbed to a substance use disorder in 2019 alone, based on a nationwide survey. Aside from that, data from last year showed that only around 1/10th of people with SUD got the treatment they
