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transformational relationship psychotherapy in west hollywood & los angeles

Addiction, Substance & Alcohol Therapy In Los Angeles
Recovery and Addiction In Los Angeles
While 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) play a crucial role in many people's recovery from addiction,, we recognize that every individual's path to healing is unique. My approach to treating substance use and addiction can complement the support provided by AA, by offering additional psychological insights and tools to address the underlying emotional and psychological aspects of addiction.
If you don't think AA is right for you, I can understand that, and never insist a client attends. In it's defense do think the sense of community and peer support found in AA is invaluable and in particular the recovery community is vibrant in Los Angeles, For that reason, I do encourage participation in such groups for the camaraderie and mutual understanding of addiction they offer.
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If that is something you would like to explore, we can use our therapy sessions to enrich this experience by providing a safe space for deeper self-exploration and personal growth, ensuring a well-rounded support system.
Therapy and Recovery Are Not Separate
Many therapists, when faced with addiction issues, simply refer patients to AA, which could be seen as a form of abandonment, especially if you've been working with that therapist for a while.
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I believe that addiction should be viewed as a symptom of deeper emotional issues rather than just a physical or social problem. Understanding the emotional triggers of addiction such as anxiety disorders, depression or trauma, is crucial for effective treatment, and that would be a primary goal of treatment. This perspective shifts the focus from addiction and addictive behavior itself to the underlying emotional states that drive such behavior. In therapy, the knowledge of these emotional triggers can be used to predict and manage addictive impulses.
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This approach can help empower individuals to take control over their addiction by addressing the root emotional causes. It involves introspective work to uncover the personal themes that are most sensitive to each individual, thereby providing a roadmap for recovery
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Levels Of Care In Addiction Treatment
Let’s Work Together
If you are based in Los Angeles and are concerned about addiction or struggling with substance or alcohol use and would like to see if counseling is right for you, reach out today and book a free online consultation call. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have a decade's worth of experience working with clients.
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