Drug counseling, when used effectively, can truly make a difference between relapse and recovery. During drug rehab, it is usually not enough to just get off the drugs. It is important to figure out the reasons behind the drug use in the first place. Counseling can be one of the most important components of the recovery process, as it explores multiple factors that can lead to addiction. Here are some of the benefits of drug counseling.

Benefits of Drug Counseling

Family Sessions

Many therapists may try to involve a recovering person's family members in the counseling sessions. If family members are willing to learn more about a loved one's addiction and participate in the recovery process, the process of addiction recovery can become smoother. With

the support of family members, a client may feel inspired to work harder to get better. During the counseling sessions, family members are encouraged to share their thoughts and feelings, even if it is difficult to do so. These options are very popular with clients whose families want to be involved.

Relapse Prevention

When a person in recovery is faced with a stressful situation, relapse can be a common occurrence. Some people may feel compelled to turn back to drugs, even if they have been in recovery for 10 years. Continued aftercare drug counseling can help prevent relapse because the therapist can teach a client about the warning signs of relapse and help them develop coping skillsto deal with stress and depression.

Find the Root of the Problem

Beating drug addiction is more than giving up illicit substances; it's about searching deep to find the root of the problem. It can be difficult for a client to do that on his own, so a professional therapist can help. A therapist may make you feel comfortable and safe enough to share your feelings and information about your past. By doing so, you can work together to find out what may have triggered your addiction.

Change Self-Destructive Behaviors and Thoughts

The craving for drugs can make you feel out of control in certain situations, regardless of how long you've been in recovery. Often, these feelings can lead to self-destructive behaviors and thoughts. In drug counseling, you can learn how to identify these thoughts and behaviors. A professional therapist may also teach you how to change these thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more constructive ones.

Drug counseling has many benefits. Participating in counseling during recovery can help you realize the reason behind your addiction and learn much healthier ways to deal with stress. Going to counseling sessions can help prevent relapse and make you a happier and more fulfilled individual.

Ben Brafman, LMHC, CAP is the President and CEO of Destination Hope, a licensed dual diagnosis substance abuse treatmentcenter in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Ben has more than 20 years of experience in the addiction and mental health fields, which led him to develop a combination of innovative treatment protocols at Destination Hope. He has been published on various topics including dual diagnosis and chemical dependency, and gives back to the community by educating other addiction counselors at his Academy for Addiction Professionals.


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We are here to support you through depression, anxiety, substance abuse, behavioral problems with kids and teens, and relationship challenges. Although you might be finding it hard to get through the day, depression and anxiety is very treatable, and our experienced therapists are here to help. Maybe your relationship is not where you had hoped, or no matter how hard you have tried, it is not getting better. Relationship counseling is available for both couples, and singles so that you have the space to sort out what is getting in the way of achieving the satisfying relationships you want. If you feel like your alcohol use has gotten in the way of your relationship or efforts at school or work we can help you achieve the goals you have regarding your use and prevent it from getting in the way of the things that are important to you. Call today to get started!

Solutions for the Whole Family

Our multidisciplinary disciplinary team can help assist you while also supporting your partner or children. You might be worried about finding the right therapist. We have experienced counselors to help you with Depression, Anxiety, Relationships Problems, Substance Abuse, Codependency, ADHD/ADD, Behavioral Issues, Self-Harm, Low Self-Esteem, Aging Issues, Bullying, or Family Conflict. Finding the right counselor is important. Our counselors are both experienced in their fields, have advanced certifications, but most importanty have a track record of success with clients. have both experience and positive success. Call today to talk to a counselor.

It's Time to Take that Step!

You may have put this off in the past, but you can't wait any longer to feel relief from the present circumstances. You or your family deserve it. We have over 20 years experience within our team of counselors. We help Adults, Children, Teens, and the Geriatric Population. We also specialize in Women's Issues, Family Therapy, Marriage and Divorce Counseling, and Substance Abuse Therapy. Life is short, live it in a way that you feel satisfied in relationships, confident in your decisions, and fulfilled with the path you have chosen. Don't wait a day longer, appointments available this week!

Call or Email Ann Arbor Counseling Associates, LLC for a free phone consultation now - (844) 226-5434

Qualifications

• Years in Business: 3 Years
• License No. and State: 6401012052 Michigan

Finances

• Sliding Scale: Yes

Accepted Payment Methods: American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Accepted Insurance Plans:

• Aetna
• American Behavioral
• Beech Street
• BlueCross and BlueShield
• Call even if your insurance is NOT on list
• Cofinity
• ComPsych
• Medicare
• Meridian
• Molina
• Optum
• Priority Health
• Out of Network

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Additional Credentials

• Certificate: National Certified Counselors/
• Certificate Date: 2010

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"Inspiring Change Through Hope & Healing"

At A Healing Place, LLC we have helped clients like you successfully address a wide variety of issues related to home and family as well as work and career including: Depression, Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, Abuse & Neglect Issues, Trauma, Grief & Loss, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Self Esteem Issues, Personality Disorders, ADHD/Conduct Disorder. A Healing Place, LLC provides a variety of services including: Individual Psychotherapy, Psychological Testing, Children/Adolescent Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Group Therapy for Eating Disorders.

A Healing Place LLC presents "Britt & TJ's Place"

"Britt & TJ's Place" is an eating disorder clinic offering treatment to individuals & families and providing HOPE for recovery. "Britt & TJ's Place" was named after Britt Sommerfield and TJ Warschefsky, whose lives were taken too soon from an eating disorder. "Britt & TJ's Place" will offer individuals & families who are affected by an eating disorder psychotherapy as well as connecting individuals with a treatment team who specialize in eating disorders.

A Healing Place, LLC is paneled with most insurances. Please let us help you and call today for an appointment. 517-998-HOPE

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Qualifications

• Years in Business: 1 Year
• License No. and State: 6801090038 Michigan

Finances

• Sliding Scale: Yes

Accepted Payment Methods: American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Accepted Insurance Plans:

• Aetna
• Behavioral Health Systems
• Blue Care Network
• BlueCross and BlueShield
• Magellan Behavioral Health
• Priority Health
• Out of Networ
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• Specialties

  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Anxiety

  Issues:

  • ADHD
  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Abuse
  • Anger Management
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Borderline Personality
  • Child or Adolescent
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Drug Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Gambling
  • Infertility
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Medical Detox
  • Narcissistic Personality
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Substance Abuse
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Video Game Addiction

  • Academic Underachievement
  • Adoption
  • Alzheimer's
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Autism
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • Life Coaching
  • Medication Management
  • Obesity
  • Oppositional Defiance
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Weight Loss

  Mental Health:

  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Thinking Disorders

  • Elderly Persons Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Psychosis

  Sexuality:

  • Bisexual Issues
  • Lesbian Issues

  • Gay Issues
  • Transgender Identity

  Client Focus

  Ethnicity: African-American, Other Racial or Ethnic Background

  Religious Orientation: Christian

  Age:

  • Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
  • Children (6 to 10)
  • Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)
  • Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

  Categories:

  • Cancer

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  Treatment Programs:

  • Christian Rehab
  • Eating Disorder

  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Substance Abuse

  Family Services / Amenities:

  • Children's Play Area
  • Wheelchair Access

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About

Cruz Clinic

Cruz Clinic is a family centered, out-patient mental health clinic that has provided comprehensive counseling services in the metro-Detroit area for over 25 years. Its commitment is to provide unexcelled professional services for the entire family from childhood through aging. Since it's inception the clinic's primary goal has been to tailor treatment plans to meet specific patient needs. This is done in conjucntion with the patient to enhace overall functioning by reflecting and building on innate strengths, developing stability, adjustment, and independence. Treatment also includes increasing coping skills to enable better decision-making and healthier lifestyle choices. To accomplish these goals, Cruz Clinic offers an interdisciplinary team of therapists (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Social Worker) who are constantly upgrading their professional credentails and training

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. Victor Cruz now - (844) 226-5434

Qualifications

• Years in Business: 30+ Years
• License No. and State: 4301026837 Michigan

Finances

• Sliding Scale: Yes

Accepted Payment Methods: Mastercard, Visa

Accepted Insurance Plans:

• Aetna
• Cigna
• Coventry
• Humana
• Magellan Behavioral Health
• Network Advantage
• Psych Care
• ValueOptions

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Substance Abus

• BlueCross and BlueShield
• Cofinity
• Health Plus
• MHN
• Medicare
• PHCS
• United

Issues:

• ADHD
• Addiction
• Anger Management
• Behavioral Issues
• Borderline Personality
• Chronic Impulsivity
• Chronic Relapse
• Divorce
• Domestic Violence
• Dual Diagnosis
• Emotional Disturbance
• Grief
• Internet Addiction
• Medication Management
• Obesity
• Oppositional Defiance
• Peer Relationships
• Self Esteem
• Sex Therapy
• Sleep or Insomnia
• Suicidal Ideation
• Testing and Evaluation
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Weight Loss

• Academic Underachievement
• Alcohol Abuse
• Antisocial Personality
• Bipolar Disorder
• Child or Adolescent
• Chronic Pain
• Coping Skills
• Domestic Abuse
• Drug Abuse
• Eating Disorders
• Family Conflict
• Infertility
• Medical Detox
• Narcissistic Personality
• Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
• Parenting
• Relationship Issues
• Self-Harming
• Sexual Abuse
• Spirituality
• Teen Violence
• Trauma and PTSD
• Video Game Addiction

Mental Health:

• Dissociative Disorders
• Impulse Control Disorders
• Personality Disorders
• Thinking Disorders

• Elderly Persons Disorders
• Mood Disorders
• Psychosis

Sexuality:

• Bisexual Issues
• Lesbian Issues

• Gay Issues
• Transgender Identity

Client Focus

Alternative Languages: Spanish

Age:

• Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
• Children (6 to 10)
• Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)
• Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
• Adults
• Elders (65+)

Programs and Services

Treatment Programs:

• Depression
• Psychiatric Residential

• Eating Disorder
• Substance Abuse

Out / Inpatient:

• Outpatient

Family Services / Amenities:

• Children's Play Area
• TV in Waiting Room

• Free Parking
• Wheelchair Access

Treatment Approach

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The latest medicines developed in the 21st century are certainly wonders of the modern world. Not only do they significantly aid major healing, alleviate all types of severe pain and even help with one's state of mind, they are, due to intensive testing, quite safe. Still, they are not completely risk-free.

One of their most potent – and dangerous – side effects tied to many drugs in modern prescriptions isaddiction. This problem of prescription abuse is notable in seniors who may not have any experience with powerful drugs and who can be blindsided by their effects. Signs of

dependency range from fatigue through loss of interest in hobbies to a neglect of one's hygiene.

Here are some other important facts that you and your loved ones should know:

Addiction is Subtle

After a lifetime of non-substance abuse, there are some seniors out there who have never had any forms of addictive personality or addiction to anything else in their lives. Nevertheless, anyone that takes any form of medication, especially pain killers, can have the potential to be unable recognize the warning signs of impending addiction. 

By simply, increasing your dose marginally or decreasing the intervals between doses, you can easily create a dependence that you did not initially count on acquiring. Senior rehabilitation and nursing center facilities undergo extensive training to recognize addiction and abuse of prescriptions and pain killers in their senior patients that may have undergone recent surgery or experience chronic pain due to old age. Although the medication is certainly needed in order to manage the pain, consistent yearning for the drugs and their effects can become second nature to the patient without them even recognizing their addictive behavior or tendencies.

No One is Immune

Seniors may not seem to fit society’s typical definition of an addict. But the fact of the matter here is that addiction has no common image. Addiction can happen to anyone, and the senior group is especially prone to its power since they’re a majority group that, as they age, often need more supplements and prescriptions. In fact, according to the NCADD regarding seniors and drugs, one out of every eight people seeking help for substance abuse – prescription, over-the-counter or illegal – is over the age of 50.

The Bottom Line

There is no doubt that ever increasing numbers of seniors are becoming addicted to prescription drugs. The latest figures from the Administration on Aging (AOA) indicate that the number of seniors addicted to prescription drugs will likely double by the year 2020. Keep your medication under control and do not become part of this statistic. If you or a senior in your life is abusing their prescription drugs, there is definitely help from local narcotic rehabilitation centers. The first step is to recognize and accept that addiction is in fact real and it’s affecting one’s life. Every step to recovery gets easier from there.sa

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