I enjoy helping clients discover their inner strength and gain freedom from addictions. My goal is for you to reach the peace, joy, and happiness that you deserve. I take a trauma-informed approach in the treatment of addiction, understanding with compassion that for many people addiction is a maladaptive attempt to cope with and survive the effects of trauma. Together we work on developing new coping skills which can help you handle life's stresses without relying on substances or behaviors. I use a combination of addiction models, motivational therapy, Mind-Body-Spirit approach, CBT, and EMDR to help you succeed in recovery.
Here are some symptoms you might have:
An inability to stop using the substance or addictive behavior
Changes in mood, appetite and sleep
Continuing using your addictive behavior despite negative consequences
Denial
Engaging in risky behaviors
Obsessions and cravings
Legal, work, and financial problems
Secrecy and lying
Family problems
Taking more substance than you intended
Withdrawl symptoms
Health problems as a result of repeated addictive behavior
Recovery from addictions can look like this:
Cessation from substance abuse and addiction
Feelings of relief, freedom, and happiness
Improved connection to others
Better ability to cope with life's challenges
Increase trust in yourself and others
A deeper sense of meaning and purpose in the world