Ringwood Counselling - Drug addiction therapists

The use of Cocaine, Crack and Heroin can soon escalate into an addiction. Although the use of these drugs can allow a temporary escape the problems of reality, the long term consequences lead to guilt and shame which eventually turn into an increasingly destructive cycle, often affecting family and friends.

Ringwood Counselling - Definition of drug addiction

An addiction is an inability to stop repetitive behaviour in spite of the harmful consequences. The stimulation and reward first felt, often need to be repeated on a regular basis.

Often an addiction masks a recurring depression or anxiety. which you feel unable to face.

Ringwood Counselling - Causes of drug addiction

There are many theories that try to explain addictions: genetic, cultural and social influences to name but a few.

For many people, the desire to escape from their present reality gives them a false sense of freedom, but this can trap them into a destructive behaviour.

At Ringwood Counselling, we can help you start to understand why you feel that you need to use and cope with the realities of life. Moving forward, underlying problems can then be addressed

Ringwood Counselling - Treatment for drug addicts

Admitting that you may have a drug problem is the largest step and probably over half of the battle in becoming clean.

Counselling is an effective form of treatment that deals with the emotional need to escape reality and hence use. It allows you to build a solid foundation for a new, healthier way of life and often the chance to build your self-esteem and self-respect.

Ringwood Counselling - Overcoming drug addiction

All you need to do is just click here to email us, or telephone the number at the top of the screen. You can discuss your issues with us in peaceful and relaxing surroundings at our therapy rooms in Ringwood.

Although we are based in Ringwood, we also cover the New Forest, Christchurch, Bransgore, Lymington, Brockenhurst, and Lyndhurst areas.