The primary goal of addiction treatment is to eliminate addictive behaviors. Patients with substance abuse or addiction problems should find addiction counselor immediately. The counselor’s goal is to show recovering addicts that they can feel good and enjoy life in far less self-destructive ways. Addiction counseling may be individual, group or a combination.
There are many addiction counselors available out there. Look for counselors who have designations “CADC,”"CSAC,”"CAC,” or “MAC” after their names. The best source for a good counselor is probably referrals from friends who have seen a counselor and can tell you firsthand that he or she is competent, friendly, and effective. A good counselor can be your best friend both in making the decision to kick your addiction and in staying addiction-free.
