Dual Diagnosis/Co-occurring Disorders

“The first question is not why the addiction it’s why the pain?” 
- Gabor Mate

Do you:

• Continue to think about your drug of choice, wishing you could drink or use “like a normal person”
• Think you already know everything that is covered in addiction treatment programs?
• Feel like something is missing in your recovery?
• Continue to struggle with managing your emotions?
• your first impulse when depressed, anxious, overwhelmed is to use even though it doesn't help any more?

If this is you, I can help. Prior to becoming a licensed therapist I worked for over 20 years in a variety of different addiction programs. I supported clients through detoxification, early recovery in residential and outpatient treatment. I understand the complex interaction between biology, environment, mental health and addictive patterns of behavior.  Together we will work to find what motivates you, and how to overcome the obstacles that get in the way of having the life you want and deserve.