Overcoming an addiction to drugs and alcohol is never easy. Even with the right mindset, triggers and relapses can occur without proper support and continued treatment. Working together with our counselors is one way to overcome the challenges most face when moving forward towards a life of sobriety
Understanding the importance of drug and alcohol counseling and seeking an addiction counselor who specializes in providing support and guidance is a way to regain total control over your life and future.
Our counselors work with individuals in need by providing a thorough analysis of behavior and triggers to prevent relapses from occurring again. When working with a counselor who specializes in substance abuse, learn more about controlling urges while developing a plan of action that fits best with your lifestyle and specific struggles you deal with each day.
Types of counseling for addictions
When working together with one of our counselors who specializes in overcoming addiction, you will likely create an individualized care plan. Based on your needs, your counselor will work with you to hone in on triggers and potential underlying causes of your addiction. Some of the types of counseling provided by addiction therapists and counselors include:
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Individual therapy sessions provide a safe environment to express your feelings, struggles, and any challenges you have faced with your addiction.
DUAL DIAGNOSIS
Dual diagnosis is necessary for individuals who have struggled with mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, or other ailments that may have contributed to the addiction.
CBT THERAPY
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is used to identify addiction triggers while working towards developing positive and healthy responses in replacement of negative actions.
MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION
Learn to take control of your thoughts along with the responses you have to alcohol and drugs through meditation and mindfulness. Meditation and mindfulness are extremely beneficial tools that allow you to remain self-aware of your choices and actions in everyday life without feeling constrained to your addiction.
Benefits of Drug and Alcohol Counseling
Addiction counseling is an extremely important element of overcoming any addiction whether you are struggling with prescription medications, illegal substances, or alcohol. Attending counseling for substance abuse is imperative to avoid the temptation of using drugs and alcohol, even if you have already completed an inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation treatment program. Some of the most notable benefits of addiction counseling include:
JUDGMENT-FREE ZONE
Feel welcomed and relaxed when working with your counselor. Avoid feelings of judgment, shame, and guilt as you work through your addiction.
IDENTIFY TRIGGERS
Work with your counselor to identify triggers that lead you to use alcohol and drugs. Identifying addiction triggers is a way to prevent them from taking control of your decisions once you are living on your own independently.
GET TO THE ROOT OF YOUR ADDICTION
Attend individual therapy sessions one-on-one with your therapist and counselor to discover the root of your addiction. Learn how to take control of suppressed feelings and emotions to overcome the challenges you face with your addiction.
CREATE A PLAN
Create a plan that is specialized for your individual needs based on the severity of your past addictions. Work together with your counselor to determine the best course of action to prevent relapses and falling for the temptation of drugs and alcohol in the future. Take advantage of periodic drug tests to ensure you remain clean and sober. Depending on your counselor, drug tests may be scheduled ahead of time or administered at random.
AFTERCARE
Create an aftercare support system and plan of action once you have completed your counseling or rehabilitation program. Aftercare is extremely important to prevent potential relapses and to provide you with additional necessary emotional and moral support as you continue on with your life of sobriety.
GAIN CONFIDENCE
Learn to love yourself with intense individual therapy sessions. Relearn how to forgive yourself for past mistakes as to continue to move forward into a better and brighter future.
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