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Addiction and Substance Use
Addiction is a chronic disease that affects the brain and behavior, leading to compulsive drug or alcohol use despite harmful consequences. It can have devastating effects on an individual's physical and mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. Seeking therapy for addiction is crucial in order to address the underlying issues and develop coping mechanisms to overcome the addiction. Harborlight Counseling uses the most substantiated, evidence-based treatment protocols including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and other modalities to help individuals overcome addictions.
Here's how Harborlight Counseling can help with your Addiction or Substance Use.
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1. Personalized Assessment: Our journey begins with a comprehensive evaluation to understand the specific triggers and manifestations of your addiction. This allows us to tailor our therapeutic approach to best suit your individual situation and helps us identify the most effective treatment modality to use with you.
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2. Evidence-Based Therapies: We utilize a variety of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help treat clients experiencing addiction.
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3. Coping Strategies: Our counselors will work with you to develop effective coping mechanisms that can help you quickly identify, manage, and work through times where you may experience cravings, triggers, and urges related to your addiction. These strategies are personalized and identified through close collaboration with your clinician, so that you are empowered with tools that best fit your individual needs.
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4. Holistic Approach: We believe in treating the whole person. This includes addressing any co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or other issues that may be contributing to your addiction.
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5. Ongoing Support: Recovery is a long-term commitment that clients must choose every day. We provide ongoing support through regular therapy sessions, progress monitoring, and adjustments to your treatment plan as needed to ensure maintenance of abstinence from your problem substance or behavior.
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6. Safe and Supportive Environment: At Harborlight Counseling, you will find a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Our goal is to help you build resilience and achieve a sense of well-being.
By choosing Harborlight Counseling, you are taking a crucial step towards treating your addiction and improving your quality of life. Let us help guide you on your journey to well-being and recovery.