Substance Use Difficulties

What it is:

Sometimes alcohol or drugs become a way to cope with stress, trauma, or emotional pain. Over time, what started as relief can begin to feel out of control. And boy is society kind to those of us who use more than we need to – not! Counselling is a safe space, without judgement, criticism, or the relentless moral failure that society awards us.

How to know if you need support:

• You rely on substances to manage difficult feelings
• You've tried to cut back but still struggle
• It's impacting relationships, work or health
• You feel shame around your use

How you'll know it's getting better:

• The shame around your use will begin to soften.
• You are able to be gentler with yourself around your substance use.
• You develop healthier coping strategies – ones that align with you as a person.
• You regain a sense of control and power over the decisions you make.
• Your relationships improve.