by DJ Chiasson | Mar 12, 2026 | Addiction
Why kratom can feel safe and why that’s misleading Kratom is a plant. Specifically, Mitragyna speciosa, a tree native to Southeast Asia. In the US, it’s usually sold as powder, capsules, shots, gummies, or tea. People take it for a variety of reasons that seem logical...
by DJ Chiasson | Mar 2, 2026 | Addiction
Is My Kratom Use a Problem? 7 Signs of High-Functioning Dependency Kratom use exists on a spectrum. Plenty of people can take it occasionally and move on with their day, no big story. And plenty of other people slowly slide into something that still looks “fine” from...
by DJ Chiasson | Feb 26, 2026 | Detox
Why kratom withdrawal can feel harder than people expect A lot of people don’t start kratom with the idea that it could turn into a withdrawal situation. It usually begins for a reason that makes sense in the moment. Pain that won’t quit. Low energy. Mood dips. Social...
by DJ Chiasson | Feb 24, 2026 | Withdrawal
Kratom withdrawal: why it varies so much When people ask, “How long does kratom withdrawal last?” they usually mean one of three things. And mixing them together is where a lot of the confusion comes from. Acute withdrawal This is the first chunk. The flu-like stuff....
by DJ Chiasson | Feb 19, 2026 | Trauma
Brainspotting Therapy (and why it’s different from talk therapy) Brainspotting is a trauma-focused therapy that works with the brain and the body at the same time. In plain English, it uses eye position to help you access experiences that still feel unfinished in your...
