Welcome to The Addiction Counselor!

Helping People to Live a More Rewarding Life

 "Any Activity that Produces Rewards in the Brain has the Potential for Addiction"

In other words, if it feels good and you want more, to the detriment of other things in your life such as family and work, it is probably becoming an addiction.

Addiction is a disease. The American Medical Association classified alcoholism and drug addiction as a disease 40 years ago. The consensus is still that addiction is primarily an organic condition. An addict's brain chemistry is different from the "normal" brain, so that when an addict takes a drink or drug, it affects his or her behavior, thoughts and feelings. There is no cure, but it can be arrested, much like diabetes. 

Alcohol addiction and drug abuse, or substance dependence, affects approximately two (2) families out of ten (10). Other dependencies, such as gambling, shopping, eating disorders, affect one out of ten families.

If you think you are one of those family members, I can help.

• Browse through the pages of this site for more information on alcohol and drug addiction, as well as other types of dependencies.
• Fill out the 20 Questions to see where you fit.
• Contact me. As an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I am able to guide you through some personal counseling and/or family counseling, either online or by telephone.   
• You might just want information on substance abuse and treatment options for a family member. There are many types of alcohol and drug treatment available; the dilemma is to find the right one for you or your family member.
• Check out the information on other "process addictions", such as gambling, shopping, working, and eating disorders.
• You might be sober, but not entirely happy, joyous and free. Check out some of the triggers for relapse or contact me.
• Visit Where to seek Help for more resources and links 

There is help for you and your family. Just contact me. 

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