Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in San Diego, CA can help people manage their urges to use the substance or engage in the activity they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their addiction, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those whose addiction may stem from issues like trauma.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks in San Diego, CA works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their addiction, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing addiction counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
The length of addiction counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their addiction, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in addiction counseling in the first weeks to months.
Counseling for Addiction in San Diego, CA—Therapy and Treatment
Addiction may look like abusing a different substance—prescription drugs, heroin, cocaine, marijuana, food, and more. Addiction may look like an obsessive activity—having sex, shopping, playing video games, gambling, using pornography, and more. These substances and activities are what most people associate with addiction, but they are only part of the story—the outward form. Regardless of what shape the addiction takes, what is happening within a person is the same: their brains are knocked off balance. Addiction is a terrible disease. More and more, people are reaching out for the help they need, and they are fighting back.
The counselors and therapist at Thriveworks San Diego offer addiction treatment because we have seen many clients recover their lives. Help, healing, and hope are possible in the fight for sobriety. Reach out today to get started.
Addiction’s Many Red Flags
Emotional Red Flags for Addiction
- Loss of interest in people/activities that were once valued
- Irritability
- Difficulty handling stress (withdrawing from anything uncomfortable or stressful)
- Being obnoxious, silly, or easily confused
- Defensiveness
- Lack of awareness about the problem: denial, minimizations, blame, rationalizations, diversions
Behavioral Red Flags for Addiction
- Missed work/ personal engagements/school
- Relationship problems
- Isolating oneself
- Financial problems (especially, needing money)
- Keeping secrets
- Difficulty in school
- Lying to loved ones (particularly, to cover the addiction or minimize its harm)
Physical Red Flags for Addiction (In particular, for substance abuse)
- Weight loss
- Being hyperactive or lethargic (depending upon the drug)
- Red eyes, dilated pupils
- Repetitive speech
- Excessive sniffing while not ill
- Being undernourished or pale
- Body odor that is unpleasant or different
Addiction Treatment at Thriveworks San Diego—Counseling and Therapy
What is happening in your life right now? If you recognize some of the emotional, physical, or behavioral signs of addiction, then it may be time to get help. Know that help is available. Consider reaching out to Thriveworks San Diego. Our counselors have helped many people find the treatment they need to fight their addiction. We work hard for our clients, providing informed and compassionate care. Thriveworks San Diego has appointments available for addiction.
We know that battling addiction is difficult. Scheduling treatment for addiction should not be. When you contact our office, a scheduling specialist will answer and help you make an appointment. You will not reach a voicemail. Instead, you may be meeting with your therapist the same week. We also offer weekend and evening appointments, and we accept many forms of insurance. Contact Thriveworks San Diego today.
