What it is

People come to therapy around substance use at a range of stages. Some are in early recovery and want support staying there. Others are still using and want to understand their relationship with substances better. Others are working through long-term recovery and addressing what's underneath. Family members of people with substance use issues also seek therapy for their own support.

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Several of our counselors hold advanced certifications in addiction treatment (CAADC, LCADC) beyond their standard mental health licenses. These certifications involve specific training in the patterns of different substances, the medical and social aspects of substance use, and effective treatment approaches.

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Treatment is tailored to where you are and what you're working toward. Goals vary from person to person — some clients work toward abstinence, others toward a different relationship with substances. The therapeutic approach is non-shaming and collaborative.

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Substance use often connects to other concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief, and treatment frequently addresses these together. For some clients, therapy is part of a broader treatment plan that may include support groups, medical care, or higher levels of treatment.