In my last post, I addressed the question of how to find an addictions counselor or a therapist specializing in codependency issues. Today, I would like to address the second question that I often get regarding how to choose an addictions counselor or codependency therapist. That question is: [Read more…]
7 Ways to Find an Addictions Counselor
In social settings when we are meeting new people, one of the most common questions we ask is “What do you do?” As an addictions counselor, I always get some interesting reactions to my answer.
[one_half]There are the individuals who find out what I do and burn rubber because they are trying to get away so fast. There are the folks who don’t have a lot of knowledge about addictions counseling, take it in stride and are interested, ask a few surface level, what do you actually do type questions, and then move on. [Read more…]
Three Reasons To Get Into Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment
Everyone needs a little help. As human beings, most of us genuinely want to help others. It’s why we listen to a friend who is struggling emotionally, run errands for a family member, or take a neighbor to an appointment. There are also times when it is good for us to ask for help from others. [Read more…]
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Works!
Seeking help for a drug or alcohol problem is difficult. Unfortunately, there is still a lot of stigma and stereotypes around substance abuse and addiction in our society. For many decades, there was a general idea that if individuals could just be strong enough, they could overcome their addiction. [Read more…]
Alcohol Awareness: Your Drinking
Many individuals are not aware that they are drinking alcohol (or using drugs) excessively and awareness often comes slowly. It is difficult to admit that drinking is affecting your life negatively and it can be hard to recognize the consequences. Here are just a few of the many possible consequences from excessive alcohol use: [Read more…]
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