Personal Addiction Counseling

More often than not, drug addictions start with the experimental use of a drug in social situations. And for some people, their drug use becomes more frequent. As time passes, a person may feel the need to use more of a drug to get their desired high, and soon a person may need the drug to simply feel “good.”

Drug addiction symptoms and behaviors include, among others:

● Feeling the need to use the drug regularly, which can be daily or multiple times a day

● Having intense urges for the drug

● Over time, needing more of the drug to get the same effect

● Being certain that you maintain a supply of the drug

● Not meeting obligations and work responsibilities

● Doing things you wouldn’t normally do to get the drug, such as stealing

● Focusing more and more time and energy on getting and using the drug

● Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when not using the drug

● Failed attempts to quit using the drug

If you can relate to any of the above symptoms or behaviors, it may be time to consider addiction counseling.

As an addiction counselor, I will address the symptoms of your addiction and the related areas of impaired functioning, and together we’ll structure the time and content of your ongoing recovery.

I believe that there are many paths to successful recovery that will work with your goals and desires, and ensure you can make the life changes you want to make. Contact me today for a free consultation.

Additional Support Options

Women's Issues

Women may face unique challenges when it comes to substance use, often shaped by personal experiences, relationships, and life transitions. This can include stress, caregiving responsibilities, past trauma, or difficulty balancing multiple roles.

Counseling provides a supportive space to explore these factors while addressing substance use in a way that considers your individual needs. The focus is on building healthier coping strategies, improving emotional well-being, and creating stability in daily life.

Treatment also works to identify triggers, strengthen decision-making, and support long-term recovery in a way that feels realistic and sustainable.

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Co-Occurring Disorders

A co-occurring disorder means having both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder at the same time. It can also refer to other combinations, like a mental disorder with an intellectual disability.

These conditions can vary in severity and may change over time. People with both often face more complex challenges and may need longer treatment than those with just one condition.

Which comes first?

It depends. Some people use drugs or alcohol to cope with mental health issues like anxiety or depression, which can lead to addiction. Others develop mental health problems because of long-term substance use. In some cases, both conditions develop separately due to genetics or environment.

Treatment

The most effective approach is integrated care, where both conditions are treated together. This may include therapy (like CBT or DBT), medication, and support for daily needs such as housing, health, and work.

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If you’re ready to understand what’s been holding you back, we can start there.

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