Top addiction therapists in 80917: Colorado Springs, CO.

Not all addiction looks dramatic. You may be functioning, holding it together, but relying on alcohol or cigarettes to take the edge off, cope with stress, or get through the day. These habits often start as relief but grow into something that controls more than you intended. I help adults understand the role these substances play, what they're trying to numb or manage, and how to build alternatives that are honest and doable. You don’t need shame. You need clarity, support, and a reason to believe change is possible.

Addiction often develops as a way of coping with overwhelming emotions, stress, or past experiences. Therapy helps clients understand the patterns driving substance use or compulsive behaviors while building healthier coping strategies and support systems. Many clients experience increased self-awareness, improved emotional regulation, reduced shame, and greater stability, supporting meaningful change, recovery, and improved functioning in relationships and daily life.