Substance Abuse Counseling in The Woodlands TX

Substance abuse is something that can affect people from all walks of life, and if it's not caught quickly, it can damage personal relationships and people's physical health. Fortunately, there is support available to help people overcome addiction. If you, or someone close to you, is struggling with substance abuse, working with a skilled counselor could help you on the path to recovery.

Signs of Drug or Alcohol Abuse

People who are addicted to drugs or alcohol may find they have intense urges to use the substance in question and that those urges lead to them behaving in ways they wouldn't usually. They may fail to meet obligations, fulfil their academic or work responsibilities or struggle to maintain relationships with family and friends.

It can be difficult to identify signs of drug or alcohol addiction in a loved one, especially in adolescents, as normal teenage boundary testing and anxiety can look similar to signs of addiction. Some things to look out for include:

• Physical health changes such as weight loss or gain, low energy or red/bloodshot eyes
• Extreme changes in behavior
• Secretive behavior
• Frequent absences from school or work
• Loss of interest in leisure activities
• Suddenly neglecting their appearance

If someone close to you is showing these signs, family counseling may help uncover the cause of the problem.

How Substance Use Disorder Counseling Can Help

Personalized Treatment Plans

Every addiction is different. As a counselor, Catherine Gentry tailors the therapies she provides to each individual's life experiences, needs, and circumstances. This helps promote a lasting recovery.

Coping Skills Development

Catherine helps her substance use disorder clients develop the life skills they need to stay drug and alcohol-free when they return to their normal lives. Our long-term approach to recovery helps clients learn to manage the stress and challenges of day-to-day life in a healthy way so they can enjoy a better quality of life and reach their personal goals.

Emotional Support

Our programs provide a safe, supportive environment where people can explore the underlying emotional and psychological issues that contributed to their addiction. Once they have a better understanding of those issues, they can work on finding lasting strategies to manage them.

Relapse Prevention

We provide both individual and family counseling to create an environment conducive to recovery. Our therapeutic approach addresses the physical aspects of addiction and any mental health issues, stresses and triggers that may have contributed to the addiction.

Improved Relationships

Having a long-term support network increases the chances of successful recovery. Our intervention approach includes looking at ways to rebuild trust and strengthen relationships with loved ones.

If you're struggling with substance abuse or are worried about someone close to you, we can help. Contact us to learn more, or use the "Book an Appointment" button to request an appointment.