Drug & Alcohol Abuse Counseling
Substance abuse and addiction are chronic and potentially life threatening diseases with the power to affect an entire family and community. Addiction is characterized by compulsive use of drugs or alcohol despite experiencing negative consequences as a result of substance use. Substance use is often employed as a way to escape emotional pain or distress; while it may work in the short term, the distress will certainly return, perpetuating a dangerous cycle. There is no way to determine who will become an addict, making any drug use life-threatening.
Furthermore, individuals who are struggling with drug or alcohol abuse are also often struggling with anxiety or depression. Addressing an addiction requires more than good intentions and can be incredibly difficult, even for those who are ready to commit to change. Relapse is now considered a common experience in the recovery process rather than the exception, and should not be viewed as a disaster or reason to abandon sobriety, but rather an opportunity to identify powerful triggers and tools for combating urges.
Fortunately, Symmetry Counseling, the top-rated drug and alcohol counselors in the United States, are here to help people counter addiction’s powerful disruptive effects. Research shows that combining addiction treatment medications with behavioral therapy is the best way to ensure success for most patients. Additionally, because addictions have the power to affect all members of a family, their engagement in treatment can be a crucial aspect of both the healing process and maintaining sobriety. Treatment approaches that are tailored to each person’s abuse patterns and any co-occurring medical, psychiatric, and social problems can lead to sustained recovery and a life without abuse.
Keep scrolling to learn more about our alcohol and drug counseling services, and be sure to contact Symmetry Counseling to schedule your services with us today.
According to the NIAAA, answering the following four questions can help you find out if you or a loved one has a drinking problem:
- Have you ever felt you should cut down on your drinking?
- Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?
- Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking?
- Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or to get rid of a hangover?
One “yes” answer suggests a possible alcohol problem. More than one “yes” answer means it is highly likely that a problem exists. If you think that you or someone you know might have an alcohol problem, it is important to see a doctor or other health care provider right away. They can help you determine if a drinking problem exists and plan the best course of action.
Symmetry Counseling therapists specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families suffering from addictions.
Issues we can help you address:
- Identifying addictive behaviors, cycles, and triggers
- Develop tools for managing emotional distress without substance use
- Understanding the psychological and physiological components of addiction
- Repairing relationships negatively affected by addictive behaviors
- Creating new and healthy patterns supporting sobriety
- Assessing and creating a comprehensive treatment plan unique to you
- Identifying and treating co-occurring anxiety or depression
Ready to get started on your drug and alcohol abuse counseling? Have a question for our professional substance abuse counselors? Contact Symmetry Counseling to get more information and to book your appointment with our professional counselors today.