addiction counseling




feeling like you have lost control?

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It starts small, perhaps you started using drugs or alcohol occasionally to relax. Using substances can feel like an escape from our thoughts, feelings, and responsibilities. Perhaps you thought you would be able to manage your use because you’ve been successful in other areas of your life. You’re an intelligent, responsible, hard-working person. Some of us may have told ourselves that we could keep up with the “work hard, play hard” lifestyle. We may tell ourselves that we deserve a break because we work so hard. Perhaps you have become really good at hiding your use from others. You’re functioning… or are you. Have you discovered that using drugs and alcohol is no longer an escape? That’s why you’re here. It is possible to feel like you have your life back. 

 

ways i support clients in recovery

  • identify ways to reduce risks associated with alcohol and drug use (harm reduction)
  • find new ways to cope
  • build skills to 
  • process issues underlying addiction
  • link access to local resources
  • bolster social network 
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If you feel like you cannot stop using alcohol, a drug, or doing a particular behavior you may have addiction. The thing is- many of us may find ourselves at some point in our lives rely too much on drugs or alcohol.

These symptoms may indicate that you have addiction:

  • Taking large amounts or using for longer periods of time.
  • Developing a tolerance (having to use more to feel high or drunk)
  • Withdrawals, needing to use to avoid feeling sick
  • Cravings, urges, having a strong desire to use
  • Spending a lot of time thinking about using or getting drugs
  • Having problems occupationally and socially 

What can I do to get help?

You’re here! Asking for help is the first step. It is up to you to decide when you are ready to do something about your substance use.  Depending on the substances that you are using, it may be necessary for you to  supervised by a medical professional as you detox. 

If you need immediate help now you can call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration help line 1 (800) 662-HELP (4357).

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Let's talk!

 

Providing addiction counseling in Massachusetts and New Hampshire via telehealth.