“I’m not hurting anyone but myself”. “I need this to cope with my pain”. “No one understands what I am going through” “I can stop anytime; I just don’t want to right now”
“I’m not hurting anyone but myself”. “I need this to cope with my pain”. “No one understands what I am going through” “I can stop anytime; I just don’t want to right now”
Substance Abuse & Addiction Therapy
At Ascend Counseling, we understand that seeking help for substance abuse can be a difficult and courageous step. Our compassionate team is here to support you every step of the way. We offer personalized, evidence-based treatment plans designed to address the root causes of addiction while promoting long-term recovery. We will help you rebuild your life, regain control, and achieve lasting sobriety in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Do I Have A Substance Abuse Issue?
It can be challenging at times to determine if someone has a substance abuse problem. Here are 6 key signs that you may want to seek help:
Inability to Control Use: You find yourself using more of the substance than intended or using it more frequently than planned, even after trying to cut back or quit.
Increased Tolerance: Over time, you need more of the substance to achieve the same effect, indicating that your body is building a tolerance to it.
Neglecting Responsibilities: Substance use is interfering with your ability to fulfill responsibilities at work, school, or home, causing negative impacts on your life.
Continued Use Despite Consequences: Even after experiencing negative consequences—such as health problems, relationship issues, or legal trouble—you continue using the substance.
Withdrawal Symptoms: When you try to stop or reduce your use, you experience withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, anxiety, shaking, nausea, or cravings.
Using as a Coping Mechanism: You rely on the substance to cope with stress, emotional pain, or difficult situations, and it has become a primary way of managing your emotions.
Does this sound familiar?
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How Therapy Can Help with Substance Abuse?
Therapy can be a powerful tool for addressing substance abuse issues, offering support and strategies to help individuals break the cycle of addiction. Here’s how therapy can help:
Identifying Root Causes: Therapy helps uncover underlying issues that may contribute to substance abuse, such as trauma, stress, anxiety, or unresolved emotional pain. Addressing these root causes is key to lasting recovery.
Developing Coping Strategies: Therapists teach healthier coping mechanisms to manage triggers, cravings, and stressors without relying on substances. This empowers individuals to handle difficult emotions and situations in a more constructive way.
Behavioral Change: Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and other approaches help individuals change negative thought patterns and behaviors related to substance use, making it easier to stay sober.
Improving Relationships: Therapy can address the strain addiction puts on personal relationships, helping individuals rebuild trust and improve communication with family and friends.
Building a Support System: Therapy provides a safe, non-judgmental space to talk openly about challenges. Group therapy or peer support can also connect individuals with others who understand their struggles, reducing feelings of isolation.
Preventing Relapse: Therapists help clients develop relapse prevention plans by recognizing high-risk situations, learning how to avoid them, and understanding how to recover quickly if a slip-up occurs.
In Conclusion:
Choosing to get help for substance abuse is a courageous and transformative step towards reclaiming your life from the grip of addiction. Our team of experienced therapists is dedicated to providing a safe, confidential, and supportive space for you to explore, heal, and thrive. If you are considering getting help for substance abuse, we invite you to take the first step towards healing. Together, we can navigate the journey towards lasting relief and a renewed sense of well-being.