Individual Counseling or Therapy
Individual counseling or therapy, is where a client meets one-on-one with an addictions counselor, usually in fifty-minute sessions. Such a working relationship may last for only a few sessions or may continue for much longer, depending on the needs of the client. Although talking to a counselor for the first time can feel awkward or embarrassing, many clients access our services each year. Evaluation of our services suggests that we are able to effectively help clients deal with a variety of issues and improve their quality of life.
Clients come to Sigma for a wide range of reasons, hoping to feel and function better. Common issues include: substance abuse and dependency concerns, general anxiety and stress as it relates to alcohol and drug use, difficulties from childhood and family experiences (past and present), relationship struggles, depression, homesickness because of being raised in family systems where alcohol and drugs issues caused problems.
Clients also come to Sigma to work toward developing a better self-image, to explore existential themes (e.g. "What's my purpose?" or "Why am I here?"), or to achieve personal growth. The approach to such treatment varies from person-to-person, but may for some include a good deal of initial work involving the client's past experiences, and for others may emphasize current experiences. We hope to provide a supportive environment in which our clients are able to work toward their unique goals. In most cases, we can schedule your initial appointment within two days of your phone call.
If you should ever feel that you are in an emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest Emergency Room. Their they have professional staff on-call who can help you immediately.
For descriptive psychological articles and other information pertaining to the issues above as well as many others, please click the link below to access the American Psychological Association website. Once there, type your request into the search box.
For more information on addictions and other psychological issues such as depression or anxiety, visit APA information on Addictions and from there you can search the APA's database of articles.
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