20th Anniversary
An Interview with Michael Connelly on Odyssey's 20th Anniversary This year, Odyssey Training Center celebrates their 20th year helping people in Colorado earn their CAC and become addiction counseling [...]
Jul 26th
2019
Apr 10th
2019
The Opiate Epidemic in Colorado
The opiate epidemic and drug overdose deaths are at record levels in Colorado and our treatment system is being overwhelmed. At Odyssey keeping our students updated with the current [...]
Mar 4th
2019
Approaching Addiction from the Inside Out
At Odyssey, we approach addiction from the inside out. What that means to me is blending current research and interventions for addiction with an understanding of how that is [...]
Jan 31st
2019
Women Helping Women Through Tragic Addiction
The Sisters’ Scholarship at Odyssey is of great importance to me because is tied to tragic outcomes in my own family. The Scholarship is in memory of my two sisters [...]
Dec 14th
2018
What 7 Career Doors Open When You Get Your CAC?
First and foremost, getting a CAC prepares you to work in the addiction treatment field. In this field there’s a wide range of career paths which you can choose, for [...]
Oct 17th
2018
What is it like to be an addiction counselor?
Today I want to talk to you about a question I’m frequently asked by students, usually newer students, and that is; what is it like to be an addiction counselor? [...]
Jun 26th
2018
Prepare for the National Exam (NCAC I & II/MAC )
Become a CAC/LAC or upgrade your certification now! Now is the best time to start preparing for the National Exam towards your CAC/LAC or upgrade. It’s never too early to start [...]
May 23rd
2018
Beating Addiction With Holistic Therapy
Holistic and alternative medicines have been gaining popularity in recent years. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, approximately 38 percent of adults (about 4 in 10) [...]
May 15th
2018
5 Ways to Promote Mental Health In Your Community During Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to help your community become more aware of the mental health crisis our country is facing. If you’re [...]
Apr 30th
2018
Becoming a Certified Addiction Counselor: A Quick Guide
Certified Addiction Counselors provide education, therapeutic care and recovery support to addicts seeking help. CACs help their clients adopt healthy lifestyle practices as well as coping skills to stop substance [...]
Apr 18th
2018
Can Marijuana Help Opioid Addicts?
The opioid epidemic is something that has essentially plagued the United States and is a huge problem in Colorado in particular. Overdose rates are higher than ever and people are [...]
Mar 28th
2018
Walmart Works to Combat Opioid Addiction With Disposal Product
Walmart has unveiled a new program that would work to limit the access patients have to prescription opioids. This program is designed to allow people to dispose of their unused [...]
Mar 15th
2018
Explore the Future of Gaming at Virtual City Casino Canada
Welcome to the cutting-edge realm of Virtual City Casino Canada at https://virtualcity.cad.casino/, where the digital skyline is lined with a vast array of casino games set to immerse Canadian players [...]
Mar 14th
2018
The Opioid Epidemic: How Did We End Up Here?
There was a time in the not too distant past when drugs like OxyContin were considered wonder drugs designed to help people in severe pain live a normal life. These [...]
Feb 21st
2018
Why Odyssey’s Top Online CAC Program is Right for You
Recovering from an addiction is one of the most emotional, mentally draining challenges a person, and their family will face in life. However, once you overcome this hurdle, you are [...]
Feb 7th
2018
The Addiction and Mental Health Connection: Why Mental Health Professionals and Police Should Team-Up
Many people who become addicted to drugs and alcohol are also found to have some type of mental illness. In fact, this relationship is so strong, that many experts [...]
Jan 24th
2018
Recovering Addicts: How Odyssey Provides CAC Training to People From All Walks of Life
For most people, the decision to become a Certified Addiction Counselor is based on their desire to help addicts in need. Since 1999, Odyssey Training Center has had the pleasure of [...]
Jan 10th
2018
The Opioid Crisis Continues: What is Colorado Doing (and not Doing) to Take a Stand
Each day, 90 people die in this country as the result of an opioid overdose. Since 2012, the state of Colorado has been waging war on this crisis. The Colorado [...]
Dec 27th
2017
5 Sober New Year’s Eve Party Ideas
In just a little while, 2017 will be over and it will be time to start a new year. Whatever you have planned for this New Year, Odyssey Training Center [...]
Dec 13th
2017
Solutions to Stop Bullying: How You Can Help
Nearly 21% of all students in American schools say they have been bullied at one time or another. Studies show that only about 36% of the kids who are bullied [...]
Dec 6th
2017
Holiday Give Back: Charities You Need to Donate to in Colorado
The state of Colorado has over 10,000 homeless citizens. During the holiday season, taking some time to find ways to help these citizens is important. There are a variety of [...]
Nov 15th
2017
Recovering Addicts: How You Can Give Back to Your Local Recovery Centers This Thanksgiving
Many studies have shown that recovering addicts that give back to their community are far less likely to relapse. Giving back to people in need is a great way to [...]
Nov 8th
2017
Trump Administration Comes Up Short in Their Fight Against Opioid Addiction
Recently, the Trump administration declared opioid addiction a public health emergency. This move was supposed to provide more access to treatment for opioid addiction and remove various restrictions that [...]
Oct 18th
2017
How Food Affects Your Mood
“You are what you eat,” is a saying most of us are familiar with. Most people have heard this adage a thousand times, but never realize just how true [...]
Oct 11th
2017
How To Raise Community Awareness Around Mental Health and Addiction
Did you realize that nearly 21.5 million Americans are waging a battle with substance abuse right now? Each year, drug abuse and addiction costs this country around $200 billion in [...]
Sep 20th
2017
Celebrating the Life and Achievements of Warren Humble
Warren was perpetually grateful and an endlessly loving person. He grew up in Denver, graduated from Colorado State University with an undergrad degree in Sociology and received his Master’s degree [...]
Sep 13th
2017
Substance Abuse Treatment Options 101
The main goal the team at Odyssey Training Center has is providing future counselors with the tools they need to adequately treat patients. The counselors who graduate from our program [...]
Sep 6th
2017
Top 7 Colorado Hikes to Experience Fall Foliage
Pumpkins, sweaters, festive Starbucks drinks? Yes please! For most people, fall is their favorite time of year due to the beautiful foliage and the cooler weather. You can finally go [...]
Aug 30th
2017
The Pros and Cons of Medical Marijuana
One of the most hotly debated topics in the world of medicine involves medical marijuana. There are a number of people on both sides of this debate that make very [...]
Aug 16th
2017
Appropriate Ways to Confront a
Loved One Struggling With Addiction
Dealing with the stress that comes with having a loved one who is an addict can be overwhelming at times. Some people ignore this problem in hopes it will [...]