Addiction Counseling is for individuals who have substance use issues, including alcohol or other substances. Counselors perform Addiction Counseling in an inpatient or extensive outpatient program.
You can expect individual and group therapy sessions focused on learning skills to help you recover. These skills include identifying triggers that make you want to use substances. Once you learn your triggers, you can then practice coping with them when they arise.
Addiction Counseling emphasizes:
Building a support network of sober individuals
Pausing to breathe when stressful events or emotions arise
Fostering a practice of yoga, meditation, or another form of exercise
Maintaining healthy habits
Finding creative outlets that work, such as journaling or art
Attending a support group or self-help meetings
Staying in contact with a mental health professional
Addiction Counseling may involve a detox program, a space to get the substances out of your system before undergoing treatment. Additionally, Addiction Counseling emphasizes developing and practicing behaviors that work for each individual. Counselors recognize that everyone has different stressors that might cause a relapse.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Addiction Counseling
***I am not currently accepting new patients*** I am a licensed psychologist, with an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. I completed a clinical internship within the VA hospital system and a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School. I approach therapy from a relational stance with a focus on helping you gain insight into your relationship patterns and…
I first and foremost come from a south asian background. Growing up, I had difficulties navigating my parents well-intentioned parenting styles which led me to becoming someone who did not know how to process emotions, communicate my needs, and accept myself for who I am. Through my own therapy I have overcome many struggles I presently observe in the South Asian community. I have to come reali...
We are a small group practice located in Columbia, MO. We see clients in person and online. Our philosophy is that everyone can have a great life, if they believe they can.
I provide child and adult traumatic experiences, interpersonal issues, anxiety depression, grief & loss, DOT Qualified SAP Counseling services and employment issues.
Services provided outpatient substance abuse to those affected by drugs and/or alcohol. I offer treatment for clients with co-occurring disorders, individuals with mental health disorders, and addiction issues. Provide Non-DOT & DOT Substance Abuse Services to ensure that agencies and employees comply with U.S. DOT Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Anger Management and Parenti...
We provide couple’s, family, and individual therapy in Warrenville, IL, DuPage County, and telehealth across Illinois. We also work with children ages 6 & up, adolescents, and adults. We work with anxiety, depression, tweens, teens, and offer therapy for families, and couples. We offer specialized services for those needing therapy and counseling for end of life and caretaker issues, grief,...
*** Accepting new clients*** “Caring Starts Today” If you are feeling depressed, anxious or have an unhealthy relationship with porn and sex. Couples that need help with communication or are in distress, help is available. I will work with you to achieve your goals and find strategies you can use in your journey. I am here to listen to you with compassion, empathy and understanding. I will walk...
Accomplished, multi-faceted individual with over 15 years of experience in the retail marketing industry before moving into the chemical dependency, medical coding and social work fields for the past 15 years. Proven ability to plan, administer, coordinate and execute successful programs. Strong team leader with a track record of coordinating effectively with a wide range of sources to achieve ...
Rodnnie Santiago has worked with clients from all age groups through various modalities for several years. He’s worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Rodnnie's therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and has holistic roots. He also has vast experience working with Latinx communities and integrating culturally-sensitive care.
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I change.” -Carl Rogers.
I am interested in blending the evidenced-based practices of Western psychotherapy with the wisdom and compassion of Eastern psychology. No matter the issue at hand, therapy first aims at bringing more openness, clarity, and non-judgemental exploration to the parts of ourselves that bring fear and trep...
My approach is holistic and integrative. Whether you seek therapy as part of your self-care hygiene or are working toward specific goals, I provide a person centered container for this work. I am experienced in treating a variety of problem areas including trauma, coping challenges, grief and relationship difficulties. I am also specialized in treating individuals with and affected by addiction.
Therapy is work, but finding a compassionate therapist shouldn’t be hard: My practice is focused on remaining trauma informed while helping to restore balance in your life. We can be solution focused and also heal your inner child. My experience with military members, veterans, individuals in recovery from addiction, and relationships has been meaningful work. My hope is that you feel heard.
