Substance Use Therapy

Let's create space for the gray areas--the nuance, the context, and the individual.

The idea that people should be encouraged to get worse before they can begin to get better is dangerous and misleading.
While some people do make changes after hitting their version of 'bottom', for others, the further they fall simply causes more hurt, trauma, and isolation.
People can be supported wherever they are on the continuum of use.
Everyone deserves compassion.

For anyone who has ever struggled with depression and anxiety, or has ever considered su***de, I highly recommend this book.

Matt Haig shares his own experiences in a way that humanizes mental health struggles. His words are relatable, and though he is talking about deeply serious topics, he has found a way to bring humor into his reflections of his experience.

***deprevention

The only way any of us make changes is that we feel empowered to do it. We need to empower clients, not teach them they are powerless.

People don't drink for no reason, and they don't drink just because they are "alcoholics."

People tend to have deep and meaningful reasons for the things they do.

Just because the outcome can be chaotic, doesn't mean the choice isn't logical to the person.

If you live in Texas & need support, visit us at www.substanceusetherapy.com