Counseling for Family & Friends of Addicts

More often than not, drug addictions start with experimental use of a drug in social situations. And for some people, drug use becomes more frequent. As time passes, a person may feel the need to use more of a drug to get their desired high, and soon a person may need the drug to simply feel “good.”

When we see this happen to a loved one, we do everything we can to help. But sometimes, our unconditional love simply isn’t enough.

Signs and symptoms of recent use include:

Feeling of exhilaration and excess confidence

  • Increased alertness

  • Increased energy and restlessness

  • Behavior changes or aggression

  • Rapid or rambling speech

  • Dilated pupils

  • Delusions and hallucinations

  • Irritability or changes in mood

If your loved one comes to mind with any of the above symptoms and behaviors, it may be time to consider addiction counseling.

As an addiction counselor, I will address the symptoms of your loved one’s addiction and the related areas of impaired functioning, and together we’ll structure the time and content of their ongoing recovery.

I believe that there are many paths to successful recovery that will work with the goals and desires of your loved one, and ensure they can make the life changes they want to make. Contact me today for a free consultation.

SMART Recovery Group Meetings for your loved one

Family and Friends SMART Group

Family, Friends, and Loved Ones also have  Group Counseling available. Counseling for Family and Friends of those with dependencies is learning about how to change one’s focus in their situation. Self Care is emphasized initially, followed by changing methods of communicating with their loved one. Learning to stop unhelpful behavior such as nagging, yelling, demanding. Learning instead to provide messages that are supportive and positive while first taking care of themselves. This approach is done with evidence-based practice utilizing Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.