ADDICTION RECOVERY
Introduction to Addiction Recovery
Changing addictive patterns is a significant challenge that requires more than just willpower. While CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) can offer immediate relief by changing thoughts, it often doesn’t address deeper, underlying blocks formed through past painful experiences. Long-term change necessitates shifting core beliefs and choosing healthier coping strategies. Experiencing and processing emotions is crucial for permanent change, helping transform the wounds that often lead us to rely on addictive behaviors to distract us from the pain in the first place.
A Multi-Layered Approach to Healing
Healing is most effective when combining brain rewiring with human connection and mindfulness. Support from a therapist, family, friends, spiritual communities, and support groups is crucial. Our diet can offer additional support as we work through addictive behaviors.
Types of Addiction Recovery
Abstinence: Living substance-free or free from other addictive behaviors.
Moderation or Harm Reduction: Using substances or engaging in behaviors mindfully to avoid negative impacts.
Envisioning either of these paths is the first step toward making them a reality.
Creating a Fulfilling Life
Rather than solely focusing on relapse prevention, we will work on creating the life you desire. Similar to learning to ski, where focusing too much on obstacles can lead to collisions, focusing too much on avoiding relapse can lead to setbacks.
Inner Transformation and Underlying Causes
As you integrate recovery tools, draw on your strengths, and regain control of your behaviors, we will explore and uproot the underlying causes of addictive patterns. Through transpersonal or spiritual experiences, guided visualizations, and mindfulness practices, you can develop a deeper understanding of your addictions and cultivate a healthier relationship with old patterns.
I am here to support you on your path to recovery.