Substance Abuse
Substance abuse use disorder, is a medical condition characterized by the repetitive and harmful use of substances such as drugs or alcohol. It is considered a mental health disorder that affects a person’s brain and behavior, leading to significant impairment or distress in their daily life.
Our Approach To Treatment
The aftermath of trauma can be deeply unsettling, leaving you grappling with lingering fears, flashbacks, and emotional turmoil. If you’re struggling with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), you’re not alone. At LIVE LIFE WELLNESS CLINIC, we understand the profound impact of trauma, and we’re here to guide you on your path to healing and recovery.
- Individual therapy: We work with you to understand your unique experience and develop personalized coping mechanisms.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): This evidence-based therapy helps reprocess traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact.
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): Learn to identify and challenge negative thoughts and behaviors that contribute to your PTSD symptoms.
- Group therapy: Connect with others who understand your struggles and find support in a safe and nurturing environment.
- Holistic approaches: Mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and lifestyle adjustments can further promote healing and well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is substance abuse?
- Substance abuse, also called addiction, involves the persistent misuse or overuse of drugs or alcohol. Not all forms of substance abuse are exactly alike, but all types of substance abuse can benefit from individualized mental and behavioral health care. The experts at Live Life Wellness Clinic LLC specialize in treating substance abuse related to:
- Alcohol
- Opioids
- Cocaine
- Methamphetamine
- Stimulants
What are the signs and symptoms of substance abuse?
- The experts at Live Life Wellness Clinic LLC review your symptoms as they complete your initial evaluation. Even if you don’t recognize or acknowledge symptoms of substance abuse in yourself, you might notice them in a loved one who can benefit from treatment. Someone you love might also recognize the signs in you before you do. Some signs and symptoms of substance abuse vary based on the substance. You might notice or experience:
- Increased impulsivity
- Cravings
Withdrawal symptoms when you stop using - Relationship problems revolving around substance use
- Reduced activities
Social withdrawal - Increasing tolerance of the substance
- Risk-taking behaviors
- Declining performance at work or in school
Which services can help with substance abuse?
- Live Life Wellness Clinic LLC offers several services to help you recover from substance abuse and reorganize your life. You might benefit from:
- Recovery detox: Recovery detoxification helps you get the substance out of your system while managing any withdrawal symptoms that occur.
- Counseling: Live Life Wellness Clinic LLC offers individual, group, and family counseling. In counseling, you work toward personal goals related to recovering from substance abuse and avoiding relapse.
- Housing assistance: If you experience homelessness related to substance abuse, the resource assistants at Live Life Wellness Clinic LLC provide housing assistance services.