Addiction Counselling Melbourne
Addiction counselling can be of assistance to individuals who are struggling to control the use of a substance or a particular behaviour. Along with twelve-step programs counselling is one of the most effective ways to address addictions.
There is really no definitive list of addictive behaviours. Common addictions include:
- Gambling addiction
- Alcohol addiction
- Drug addiction
- Sex addiction
- Pornography addiction
- Internet addiction
- Food addiction
Although some people seem more prone to addictions than others addictions don’t come out of nowhere. Addictive behaviours serve a purpose for the individual although the purpose might not be immediately obvious. Addictive behaviours can alleviate tension, provide escape from emotions that are difficult to tolerate, serve as a distraction from larger issues or be a response to past experiences or negative attitudes about self. Addiction counselling and psychotherapy amongst other things helps people to understand what’s behind their addiction. Addiction counselling also helps people to regain self esteem, improve emotional regulation, enhance their relationships and find supports in their lives.
Addictions can be tremendously destructive to people’s lives and relationships. We are happy to work with you whether your aim is to reduce your addiction or completely stop. If you choose one of the counsellors from our team for addiction counselling you’ll encounter a counsellor with a non-judgemental accepting attitude who’s there to help you.
0458 090 687
paulthecounsellor@gmail.com
253 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
