Addiction/Substance Use
Have you found yourself relying on alcohol, prescription medication, or other substances to manage stress, anxiety, or emotional pain? Do you feel trapped in a cycle of craving, guilt, or shame—wanting to stop but unsure how? If so, you’re not alone—and compassionate, evidence-based help is available.
At Anchor Wellness Psychiatry, I provide comprehensive evaluation and medication management for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions, helping individuals safely begin and sustain recovery. Whether you’re seeking to reduce use, maintain sobriety, or address the underlying emotional challenges that drive addiction, you’ll receive personalized care rooted in understanding and respect.
Understanding Addiction
Addiction is not a moral failing—it’s a complex, chronic medical condition that affects the brain’s reward, motivation, and stress systems. Over time, substances can change the way the brain functions, making it difficult to stop using even when there’s a strong desire to do so.
Common signs of substance use disorders may include:
Needing more of a substance to achieve the same effect
Repeated attempts to cut back or stop without success
Cravings or preoccupation with obtaining or using substances
Withdrawal symptoms when not using
Neglecting responsibilities, relationships, or self-care
Continuing use despite negative consequences
Substance use often co-occurs with conditions like anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or bipolar disorder—and treating both together is key to long-term recovery.
Evidence-Based, Compassionate Treatment
At Anchor Wellness Psychiatry, I take a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach to treatment, integrating medication management and psychotherapeutic support to help you regain control of your life.
Depending on your needs, treatment may include:
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid, alcohol, or nicotine dependence using FDA-approved options such as buprenorphine, naltrexone, or acamprosate.
Medication management for co-occurring mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, or insomnia, which can often perpetuate substance use.
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation to identify underlying biological and emotional factors contributing to addiction.
Relapse prevention planning and lifestyle strategies to strengthen coping skills and resilience.
My goal is to meet you where you are—helping you stabilize, reduce harm, and move toward lasting wellness at your own pace.
Take the First Step Toward Recovery
Healing from addiction begins with one courageous step: reaching out for support. With compassionate, evidence-based care, it’s possible to rebuild a healthy, fulfilling life—free from the control of substances.
Contact Anchor Wellness Psychiatry today to schedule a confidential consultation, and start your journey toward recovery, balance, and renewed well-being.