Addiction is a complex and challenging issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Addiction Counselling with Rob McClintock Counselling provides support and guidance for individuals struggling with addiction to overcome their challenges and achieve lasting recovery. As someone who has lived experience of both Addiction and Recovery, I believe that my approach and support is an optimal & holistic method that works.
What happens in Addiction Counselling?
My approach to Addiction Therapy is a process that involves a variety of conversations and practices to establish a plan that moves a person from addictive survival to Self aware growth. The form of Counselling and techniques I use, help individuals understand and overcome their addiction.
My Addiction counselling sessions take place individually, either face to face or via the Zoom platform.
The goal of Addiction Counselling is to help my clients develop healthy Recovery Capital & emotional management skills that support a change negative behaviours & thoughts to maintained lasting recovery.
The role I take in an individuals recovery process is through providing support, guidance, and accountability to my clients. I have great success in guiding my clients to identify the triggers and develop coping strategies to prevent relapse.
How do I help someone get over an addiction?
For me, helping a client is no different to me helping a loved one struggling with addiction. At one stage in my life, that loved one was Me. The education and training that I have completed has given me the essentials to provide support and encouragement throughout a clients recovery journey. Because of my own lived experience and recovery journey I understand that addiction is a complex issue that requires professional help to overcome fully.
If you are someone who is supporting a person through addiction recovery, the kindest offering is to encourage your loved one to seek professional addiction counseling services as soon as possible. This approach provides a safe and supportive environment and supports you the carer by ensuring that you are not having to carry the full weight of recovery alone.
Remember there are support systems and community resources that are available to you.
Can you get rid of an addiction on your own?
From my own experience, overcoming addiction alone is incredibly challenging and often lead to me replacing the original substance of addiction with something else. For me it was gambling, and then self medication. Addiction is a complex issue that requires professional help and support to overcome fully. Without the guidance of an addiction counsellor, individuals may be unable to identify triggers, develop Recovery Capital, or maintain lasting recovery.
Attempting to recover without professional help can also be dangerous and lead to serious health complications. I suggest that clients discussion Recovery options and pathways with their GP.
What should you not say to someone in recovery?
When supporting someone in recovery, it is crucial to be mindful of the language you use. Certain phrases or comments can be harmful and trigger a relapse. Some things to avoid saying to someone in recovery include:
"Just quit already."
"It's your fault for getting addicted."
"You can't do it."
"One drink or hit won't hurt."
Instead, provide support and encouragement in a positive way. Acknowledge their hard work and progress and offer to help in any way you can.
Engaging with me for Addiction counselling provides you with the support and guidance you may need to overcome the challenges and achieve lasting recovery. By seeking professional help and support from loved ones, I believe you can develop healthy Recovery skills & capital in order to maintain lasting recovery. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, don't hesitate to book in a free confidential discovery call.
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