Pathway Program Aptos

10/22/2026

In recovery, “get out of yourself” usually means one thing: think about yourself a little less. Call a newcomer. Set up a meeting. Link up with sober friends and actually have fun.

It is not a substitute for the rest of the work. It is what you do once that work is done for the day, and it is one of the reasons people stay sober.

This post looks at why helping others works in adolescent recovery, and a few simple ways to practice it.

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Whether in a 12-step program like AA or an enthusiastic sobriety support group, learn why you should be of service or link up with a positive peer group.

10/18/2026

Think young people shouldn’t be having a good time in treatment? Think again!

In this video, Kyle Nowak, CADCII, discusses the importance of young people having fun in recovery.
Watch along to find out just why fun is so pivotal!

10/14/2026

Something feels off, and you can’t quite name it. A drop in grades. New friends you never meet. More time behind a closed door. Money that goes missing.

Those shifts are easy to explain away one by one. Together, they can be signs a teen is using.
This post walks through the behaviors parents most often notice first, and why that gut feeling is worth paying attention to.

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Pathway in Tempe, Arizona, Aptos and Loomis, California, provides a list of signs and symptoms for teenage drug abuse.

10/10/2026

Recovery isn’t only for the person getting sober.

These “Just for Today” lines from Al-Anon are for the parents, partners, and siblings figuring out how to love someone without losing themselves. Here’s a few of our favorites.

10/07/2026

Not sure which level of care is the right fit for your child?

In this video, Bob Hicks, CADCII, walks through the levels of treatment we offer at The Pathway Program.

Give us a call to schedule a free evaluation so you can get clear on next steps.

10/03/2026

You found drugs in your son or daughter’s room. Now what?

It’s one of the scariest moments a parent can face- and how you respond in the next day or two matters more than most people realize.

This blog post walks through the 6 steps that help you stay calm, gather the right information, and decide what to do next (without making it worse).

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Learn the most important things to do if you find drugs in your child's room. Do not ignore it!

09/29/2026

What does it actually mean to “hit bottom”?
It’s one of the most misunderstood phrases in recovery, and waiting for it can cost people time they don’t have.

Bob Hicks, CADCII, explains what it really means in this video.

If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, you don’t have to wait until things get worse. Reach out for a free consultation.

09/24/2026

Here’s an excerpt from the book Parent to Parent, written by parents of recovering addicts FOR parents of recovering addicts.

If you’re interested in getting a copy of this book, we’d be happy to provide one. We sell copies at our weekly parent support group and regularly post daily reflections on our page!

09/20/2026

Here’s an excerpt from the book Parent to Parent, written by parents who have personally navigated the challenges of supporting teens struggling with substance abuse.

If you’re going through something similar, this book provides honest insight, practical guidance, and real hope from people who understand.

Interested in a copy? We’d be happy to help! The book is available for purchase at our parent meetings and in our offices. Just let us know and we’ll reserve one for you.

09/16/2026

In this video, Kyle Johnson, Director of our Tempe, AZ program discusses our full scope of services- from IOP to our 2-year support group, and everything in between!

If you or a young person you know needs help with substance abuse or you’d like more information about our program, give us a call to discuss options or schedule a free consultation.