Addiction Counseling – Counselors and Therapists in Allentown, PA
Addictions can happen to anyone. Addictions can include many things such as alcohol, drugs, medications, tobacco, caffeine, gambling, sex, food, exercise, shopping, or even the internet and as a result can lead to real problems. Addiction often destroys families and relationships. It has the potential to ruin or significantly hinder your future and your life.
What Is an Addiction?
Many things can become addictive, although not all addictions are considered a mental health disorder. Addiction most often starts out innocently and then develops into a bad habit that is reinforced, which ultimately becomes destructive.
Dependency is the key word when it comes to addiction. When you feel that you have lost control or no longer have control over the urges, then this is the sign that it may have an addiction.
Do I Have an Addiction? How Can I tell?
You may find yourself using substances or engaging in addictive behaviors more frequently, using larger amounts, and despite wanting to quit; you find yourself unsuccessful in being able to do so on your own. You may spend more time and energy in activities trying to get the substances or engaging in the behavior. You may spend more time recovering from its effects.
You may also experience withdrawal symptoms from certain substances which leads you to use more just to avoid the withdrawal symptoms.
You may also start to feel distressed, anxious, depressed, and more irritable. You may also feel embarrassed, angry, or even deny the presence of a problem.
Schedule Addiction Counseling with Thriveworks Allentown, PA
Call Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry in Allentown, PA to begin your journey to recovery. Our dedicated support team will assist you every step of the way, from setting up insurance to scheduling your first session, making the process hassle-free.
With appointments available seven days a week, we prioritize your convenience and well-being. Experience the benefits of addiction counseling at Thriveworks, including fast response times, flexible scheduling options, and a variety of accepted insurance plans.
Don’t let addiction hold you back any longer—reach out today and give us a call. We’re ready to start you on your path to a healthier, happier life.
