Addiction Therapists in Elk River, MN.

At Center for Mental Health and Wellness we provide counseling for individuals who have recovered from addiction and substance use issues. Often mental health issues may surface once substance use has ceased. Thus, individual therapy can be a helpful way to work on some of those underlying concerns. Working with a therapist after recovery from addiction can reduce the likelihood of relapse.

Social Media can be a blessing or a curse. There is so much out there via the internet and together we can explore ways to limit what you do and what you are exposed to on the internet. If it is substance abuse, together we can access if there is a need for a referral for an outpatient or inpatient facility to help you gain control over your life again.

Whether it is an addiction to alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex, spending, or any other type of compulsive behavior, we have specialized clinicians that can help. We are able to assess and diagnosis addiction and can help with the recovery and management of addictions. We also help address the underlying issues that drive most people's addictions, which greatly enhances your chances of long term recovery.

If you're concerned with a loved one's use/abuse/dependence on a substance, it can be a scary place. How can you help? How can you get them to stop? How can you get control of your own life again? Over the years, I've helped clients figure out their role when they love someone who uses substances. I will help you figure out your options and make a plan that makes sense for your unique situation. If you're the one using or has hurt others with your past use, you will learn how to take better care of yourself and those you love.

Whether you are struggling with sex addiction, chemical addiction, alcholol abuse or a behavioral addiction like shopping, psychotehrapy can help you get in contriol of your life. Addiction is a way that people escape bad feelings. Psychotherapy for addictions can help you get your life back, a life where you are in control and not the addiction.

If you are feeling controlled by your addiction and feel like you are losing your quality of life, I provide individual therapy for various addictions such as food and alcohol. While in therapy you can begin to learn about this out of control aspect of yourself. Addictions are a sign of a need for help and intervention. Coming to understand what this part of your life serves for you and it's destructiveness is part of the healing. Often shame, grief and depression inhibit the ability to reach out for help. Breaking this cylce and reaching out for professional help can be the first step to change.

This is a strong are of specialization for our clinic. Addiction is becoming one of the number one issues of this country. There is often a genetic potential and can be greatly influenced by early development in dysfunctional families. Addiction is often a coping mechanism to deal with mental health or other issues. Any coping mechanism that is taken to the point where it becomes a problem (out of control), can become a problem, including alcohol, substances, gambling, food, anger, and sex.

Are your family members or friends concerned with your alcohol or drug use? Are you ready to make a change? Are you worried that your substance use is damaging your relationships? Together, we will explore your underlying reasons for using substances, while working to understand and manage the triggers that hinder your recovery process. I offer individual, couple, and family therapy to help you overcome addiction while strengthening your support system as you progress toward health.

I specialize in sexual additions for men. I have been successful in helping many men stop looking at pornography on a daily basis. My approach is based on the premise that pornography is a behavior that stems from another issue. If we can address the other issue than the need for pornography or other unhealthy sexual outlets becomes unneeded. When it becomes unneeded it ends up naturally stopping. Men who have struggled to maintain free from sexual temptations are often struggling because they are improperly using that to address another need in their life. I am straight forward in how I communicate about this topic so if you are ready to be free give me a call!

I treat individuals working through sex or porn addiction. I am seeking certification as a Sex Addiction Therapist. I work to help you understand your patterns and obsessions and work towards finding new ways to relate for a healthy sexuality. I work with couples to help heal sexual betrayals. I also use EMDR to help my clients work through past traumas that might be contributing to your addictions.