Alcohol and Drug Rehab Counseling
My name is Mr. Pitt. I’ve been a rehab counselor for over 20 years. My specialty is rehabilitation counseling for drug addicts and alcoholics. It is a commonly held misconception that this is the only type of rehab counseling when in fact there are rehab counselors for disabled people, for people with career issues, and with a wide range of medical and behavioral problems.
I am not a trained psychologist or psycho-therapist but I do find the theories and practices of these disciplines are very helpful to me in my professional career. There is often a ‘hidden’ cause for people’s addictions to alcohol and drugs. Being able to make people introvert and examine possible reasons and events that might have triggered the disease of addiction is a most fruitful course of action for rehab counseling.
As with a psychologist my job is to listen. I not only listen; I listen sympathetically. I do not judge. In my one-to-one counseling sessions I encourage my patients to say anything that is on their mind no matter how objectionable it might sound to ‘normal’ people.
I do not hold to the 12 step method used by Alcoholics Anonymous. Although their 12 step methodology has had very good results over the years I feel it is too god-orientated and also encourages too much passivity. AA seems hung up on the notion that all recovering addicts must first acknowledge the existence of some type of Supreme Being, and that they should submit their will to this being. I don’t see how religious ideology is helpful to a recovering addict if that person does not have any religious beliefs to start with. Why complicate the issue to recovering from drug and alcohol dependency by clouding the waters with theological issues? I’m happy if a Catholic comes for my counseling and finds strength in his or her religious beliefs to resist the substances that have caused problems in their life. I’m not willing to tell a practicing Buddhist who believes there is no god to change their metaphysical notions to accommodate a deity that makes no sense to them.
What I do like about the AA 12 steps method is the insistence on group support. It is often very helpful for a recovering addict to hear the experiences of other recovering addicts and those who have already beaten the disease. It makes the goal of recovery seem closer and more feasible.
I also think there is much to be said for the AA insistence that the recovering addict seek to redress the wrongs they have done to people. It can be very depressing and negative to take the first steps of admitting addiction and disease, and then detailing all the ways in which your life has been derailed and how you have hurt the loved ones in your life. There is a lot of therapeutic value in patients seeking to make amends to the people they have hurt with their behavior and actions.
I feel the really successful rehab programs are those that are not entirely based in an office or group session. People have to take their therapy out of these environments and apply them to all aspects of life. They will have to leave rehab institutions at some point and so this process should start as soon as is appropriate. The rehabilitation facility where I work separates people from society to remove temptation, to allow people to ‘dry out’. However, once the initial period of ‘cold turkey’ has finished then preparation to re-join society must be started immediately. That is why we allow patients home visits and weekends away from the facility. Patients must not be made to feel like ‘prisoners’. Rather they must take responsibility for their own recovery.
This website is designed as a resource for people training to be rehab counselors. It is also about showing people that there are plenty of substitutes in life for alcohol and drugs. I intend to stimulate recovering addicts’ interests in life. Thus, I write about travel, about home products, about music, about many topics. Where once drugs and alcohol was the mainstay of interest, the every day, the mundane, the flow of life must be re-embraced. This is effective counseling.
Shopping addiction and my struggle to overcome it
My biggest problem is the lack of balance between earning ad spending. I try to calculate my spending by creating Excel sheet on my desktop so I know exactly what I the amount that I plan to save. Unfortunately, at the end of the moth balance on my saving account is always the same 0, 00.
Every month starts the same. I am evaluating a spending plan but my life seems to be unpredictable. There are always some dinners and drinks with friends that are planed in last moment. And shiny shoes are smiling at me from the window of my favourite shop. In one moment I have realized that the belt I have at home would feet perfectly to these shoes. And If I think about new jeans and scarves I bought last night online, the perspective of wearing them with last season jacket sounds not that bad. But still my biggest addiction is jewellery. I simply cannot resist buying a new pair of earrings or bracelets and necklaces. Everything seems to be an investment that can enjoy for years. I must say that simply I love beautiful things. But the irony is that those things are the most expensive. I started to look for a help because I knew that in few month I can be bankrupt. After few meetings with my friend who is also a very good psychologist and counselor I understood what I should do. It looks like my addiction to buying jewellery is the addiction that causes the most of damage in my budget. My friend has helped me to pick pieces of my jewellery that I never wear or that are a part of forgotten and dusted heritage. I decided to sell gold pieces to vintage shops, to my friends and online. I was surprised by the amount I have earned. I have decided to trust to my boyfriend and to use the money for long term investment. I got my ‘wear more and buy less’ lesson and every month I can save few hundreds dollars.
Overcoming anxiety and fear through Entrepreneurship
While having lunch outside today at my favorite restaurant, I cannot help but notice the many establishments that line the streets. And I know for a fact that the competition is getting more and more intense and cut throat for various businesses in different fields in business. That is basically why it becomes important for a business executive to make it a point to come up with more ways to gain an edge over the competitors and remain ahead of the game.
I then thought about the many patients I have consulted and how they dealt with panic attacks and bouts of anxiety. Many of them have big dreams and aspirations but never seemed to follow their dreams due to a complete lack of confidence.
Since you are reading this blog, I will give you one tip that will help you overcome anxiety: try internet marketing. Nothing feels better than knowing that you are in full control of your destiny and are not dependent on anyone else. As a matter of fact, a representative from an seo agency says that entrepreneurship is a strong remedy for low self confidence and laziness. By being constantly active, your self confidence improves and all the while generating income for yourself.
As you may know, more and more customers and potential clientele are already turning to the internet for their various needs. Thus, having a strong presence in the World Wide Web will give you more exposure that can ultimately lead to a boost in your sales in the future.
But of course, it is not enough for you to start with a bang. Maintenance is also very much important as well so you will remain ahead of the game. Again, you can hire the services of internet marketing companies for this purpose. They have various services which you can avail of. For instance, you can avail of services for search engine optimization. Or you can opt to use social media. And lastly, article marketing is also another option you can try.
Dealing With Depression Through Physical Activity
Dealing with a family member or friend who suffers from depression can be extremely difficult, especially for the uninitiated. One of best recommendations I have heard is taking plenty of regular exercise but often it is difficult to motivate your friend or family member into doing that, especially when they feel they are at the depths of despair. Here are a few ideas on how to help out.
Try and encourage them to exercise for just two and a half hours a week . That is not a lot of time in anyones book. That could be a half an hour walk, 5 days a week or some other form of physical work. Perhaps they are a keen gardener – encouraging them to work outside in the garden can really help beat back depression and is great for physical health too.
Maybe a home gym will encourage them to exercise more? Think about installing a treadmill, exercise bike or even an concept 2 rowing machine. Any combination or any single piece of apparatus will work, just only buy the kit you can afford!
Encourage them to join some sort of team sport. Getting the exercise will help a great deal but having to interact and be part of a team can really bring people out of their shell and make them more confident and bubbly. This can make a massive dent into those feelings of depression and despair.
Alcohol Detox Symptoms
Alcohol dependence is a condition wherein a person is physically or mentally addicted to alcohol. This disease, which is also known as alcoholism, can be treated through counseling, alcohol education or detoxification.
Alcohol detoxification is one of the primary treatments being given to alcohol dependents. It is the process of flushing out the alcohol content in the body. This is usually done at a clinic or a hospital for patients with moderate to severe alcohol dependence, or in an outpatient setting for those with mild alcohol cases. The treatment generally takes about 4 to 7 days. However, there are alcohol detox symptoms accompanying this process. These symptoms range from mild to life-threatening, which is why it is important for a person undergoing alcohol detoxification to consult a doctor and constantly check in with a health professional.
Alcohol detox symptoms usually occur as early as 4 to 12 hours from the last alcohol consumption and can last for days. The severity of the symptoms experienced depends on the severity of a person’s alcohol dependence. The most common mild symptoms include sweating (usually at night), tremors, nausea, vomiting, pulsating headaches, anxiety, difficulty falling asleep, mild mood swings. Other symptoms are increase in blood pressure, rapid heart rate, loss of appetite, irritability, fatigue, dilated pupils, and clammy skin. These are usually not dangerous but accompanied by craving for alcohol.
Severe symptoms of alcohol detox called Delirium Tremens are agitation, hallucinations which are usually visual, convulsions and seizures. This commonly affects people with a 10-year history or more of alcoholism. These symptoms may occur 3 days after the last drink, but can also manifest up to 7 to 10 days after the last alcohol consumption. The symptoms are managed by doctors with medications and usually require hospitalization. This is considered a medical emergency and health professionals must be contacted promptly. It can lead to death if left untreated.
The goal of treatment during detoxification is to relieve the alcohol detox symptoms experienced by patients. This may help treat physical dependence on alcohol; however, further treatment is necessary to recover from alcohol abuse.
How Does Exercise Help People Overcome Substance Abuse Demons?
Could pulling on a pair of sneakers and taking a jog around the park actually help those battling substance abuse win their fight? Or buying a pair of fancy soccer cleats like the Adidas F50 adizero and participating in a kick around? According to a number of experts the answer is yes.
In fact many drug treatment programs already include exercise of some form in their curriculum but until recently there had been very little research commissioned into just how exercise like playing soccer, jogging or even just brisk walking helped addicts.
Now though the National Institute on Drug Abuse has provided increased funds for researchers to look more deeply into the exercise and recovery link. and already it has been found that exercise does not just help those who already have substance abuse problems but also prevents those who do not from falling into a habit.
For example one study found that teenagers who participated in some form of exercise every day were 40% less likely to smoke cigarettes than their peers and half as likely to smoke marijuana.
Here also are some of the early findings of a research study that is ongoing at Brown University:
- Rats given the opportunity to ingest amphetamines left in their cages if they had a wheel to run on. To researchers this indicates that the exercise stimulated a “reward pathway” in their brains, leaving them less likely to be lured by the drug.
- In the rats that exercised researchers found that the physical activity increased production of stem cells in the regions of the brain related to learning and mood.
- In monkeys, young monkeys who had not been exposed to exercise and playing with others as babies actually binge drank when offered alcohol. Their exercising counterparts for the most part did not.
Saving a Life With Power of Attorney?
I recently had a young woman come to me, desperate to help her alcoholic mother. Her mother lived alone and her life was spiraling out of control with a devastating addiction that caused her to lose her job, her home, and most of her life savings.
This young woman had been studying power of attorney in a college course and wondered if it would be of help to her mother. She hoped to gain power of attorney over her mother and start the process of getting her mother’s life back together. I told her that a power of attorney cannot be obtained involuntarily; a person must competently relinquish control of certain aspects of their life using this form.
She was able to convince her mother to give her power of attorney over her finances so that she could pay bills on her mother’s behalf. Previously, her mother was not in the right mind to pay the bills, which caused a lot of additional fees. With this young woman having the power to pay the bills, her mother’s finances were in much better order.
Unfortunately a power of attorney cannot save a life; it doesn’t offer the kind of control that something like a guardianship can. However, it can make some aspects of addiction easier. It is something that involved parties can consider as a possible option in some situations.
A Recovering Alcoholic – A Success Story
Alcohol addiction is a serious disorder that damages the lives of millions of Americans each year. Not only does it impact the lives of sufferers, but also the lives of their families and friends – sometimes seriously, as some alcoholics tend to violence when they have been drinking.
I recall one story I was told by one sufferer which would have been amusing if it weren’t so disturbing. They would break everything in sight after a heavy night of drinking. Cups, saucers, dinnerware sets, even refrigerators – nothing was safe.
Thankfully this gentleman was single – I would have been most concerned if he had shared a home with someone who may have found themselves in the flight path of a dinner plate thrown across the room. While this man has been sober for several years now, he tells me that he think he went through several entire dinnerware sets before finally purchasing some plastic shatter proof plates from his local department store – finally reducing the damages.
Clearly, for sufferers like this, replacing the contents of their kitchen is no substitute for a proper rehab program. Reducing the severity of the symptoms of drinking is merely a work around; the goal should be to eliminate the behavior – i.e. the drinking – that is the root cause of the problem.
Today this man is a successful businessman, and is a model for other alcoholics looking for positive remodels as encouragement that the path to recovery is worth pursuing. He has the best refrigerator possible for an alcohol addict – it is completely empty of all forms of alcoholic beverages – and his mini bar only contains orange juice.
While no alcoholic can ever truly be declared cured, I have high hopes this man will stay sober for the indefinite future.
What Responsibility Does a Wine Club Have?
I’ve often considered what level of responsibility a wine of the month club might have when it comes to alcohol addition. I realize, especially those clubs which only ship a few bottles a month might say that they are only contributing a small amount to the problem, but any contribution is a bad thing right?
I have come to the conclusion in my practice that a wine club does bear some responsibility, but it is more important to stop the negative behavior (the drinking) and deal with the underlining issues of guilt or negative self associations which are truly leading to a downward spiral.
Plenty of people enjoy alcohol responsibly, so going back to Prohibition IMO does not make sense.
Addiction And Its Toll On Finances
One of the problems of addiction is that it is a drain on funds. It really doesn’t matter what you are addicted to whether it be cigarettes, alcohol, drugs, or anything else. It costs money to fuel that desire. So you end up with the two problems: your addiction itself which can ruin lives and a shortage of money that comes about as a result of the addiction.
People who are struggling often find themselves in a downward spiral. They might start to perform poorly in their job which then results in them losing it. As the addiction takes over, nothing seems to matter and they start doing things that become more harmful. Their money dries up and they become desperate. They look for debt relief grants and any other miracle solution to their money problems and only the lucky ones have a family member that is willing to help.
The sad part though, is that nothing can be done until the person with the addiction truly wants to make a change. That often doesn’t come until they hit the very bottom and by then they are already wiped out financially and emotionally. Even if they are somehow able to rid them self of the addiction, their life will never be the same. They will have to spend years building it back up, all the while being very careful to never have a relapse.
Addicts often never make full financial recoveries that get them back to the point where they were before they fell ill. That means they have to struggle on multiple levels for the rest of their lives. Finding a good counselor can be crucial in helping them ground their feet and get turned around but that counselor or program can’t help them much with the financial side. They are truly on their own there and have to work hard to build back the trust they lost from others so that they can return to rewarding jobs.
The Family Coat Of Arms And Origins Of The Name Pitt
Mr Pitt, you are doing a great job by providing counselling, especially as nobody else seems to counsel those with career issues, and those who are disabled. I salute you sir and wish you well. I don’t personally have any problems that you could help with, but I still wish to express my thanks and respect for the help you provide to those who need it.
As an expression of my thanks I thought you might to know about the origins of your surname, Pitt. Before moving to the USA, the name was found in the village of Pett in Kent. The name comes from the Old English Pytt which means a pit, and is what is known as a ‘habitation’ name. Habitation names were given to people who lived near topographic places like a hill, stream or, in this case, a pit.
The family coat of arms has a black background with three gold balls and a horizontal band across the middle of the shield with blue and silver squares. The family motto is Per ardua liberi which translates as ‘Free through difficulties’.
The heritage of the name Pitt is thought to have arrived in England from Holland or Belgium and is descended from noble families, many of whom were involved in the paper industry. Indeed, the Pitt family emerged as a notable family in Devon where a notable Flemish industrialist held estates at Boconnock. This family evolved into the Barons Camelford.
Famous people who share your surname include two British Prime Ministers, Pitt the Elder and Pitt the Younger.
Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs of Successful Rehab Centers
Let’s take a look of what sucessful alcohol & drug rehab centers generally offer in their treatment programs.
During the drug and alcohol treatment program portion, the active addiction is addressed, beginning with detoxification from the drugs and/or alcohol (with medication as required), then involvement in a twelve step program; obtaining a sponsor; actively working the twelve steps through group and peer tutoring and living with peers in various stages of recovery help build a strong foundation on which an addict or alcoholic can begin to grow.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL TREATMENT / CO-OCCURRING DISORDER PROGRAM
Dual-diagnosis and treatment for co-occurring disorder means that we view substance abuse as a symptom of underlying psychological issues. People experiment with drugs or alcohol initially because of peer pressure. When that invisible line is crossed into addiction, however, the using becomes driven by depression and/or anxiety. As a dual-diagnosis program we emphasize the twelve-steps of recovery. Our clients attend multiple twelve-step meetings and participate in twelve-step work to gain freedom from from alcohol and/or drug addiction. In addition, our clients participate in individual and group counseling in order to alleviate the depression and anxiety underlying the addiction.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Individual therapy consists of meeting one-on-one with a licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Alcohol Treatment Specialist to address the underlying psychological issues behind the addiction, usually depression and/or anxiety. The therapists will aid the client in exploring the root cause of the anger, depression, anxiety or/and manic depression symptoms. When the anger is released, the anxiety and depression are alleviated, thereby allowing happiness to move in. Therapists are experienced and trained to address such issues as; child abuse, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), hostile relationships, family of origin issues and other core issues.
GROUP THERAPY
Group therapy is geared toward understanding and finding a resolution to the faulty belief systems and root causes of alcohol and drug addiction within the context of a group of peers. Generally, individuals believe that they are the only one that been abused, neglected or mistreated. When they talk about these issues among peers and with trained therapists, they are able to see and hear how others in the “same program” are resolving issues. This allows the client to give and receive peer support while simultaneously knowing that they are not alone, thereby helping to alleviate feelings of guilt and worthlessness.
FAMILY THERAPY
In order for clients to remain clean and sober, they must have a support system when they leave the alcohol and drug treatment center. This does not necessarily mean family members, but significant friends or significant “others”, who will be there for support after the dual diagnosis treatment portion of the program has ended. Family therapy sessions function to help the client work out issues with family members or friends, learn about available support systems when they leave and plan for issues such as housing, belonging, dependency and so forth. Counseling groups are facilitated by trained licensed professionals.
MEDICAL EVALUATION
A comprehensive medical evaluation is conducted during the alcohol and/or drug detoxification process. The medical team will carefully assess each client’s individual situation. Laboratory analysis including liver and kidney functions, complete blood counts and metabolic blood workups are used in the medical evaluation as needed.
AFFILIATED MEDICAL TEAM
Our affiliated medical team includes an addiction medicine specialist, a physician’s assistant, a licensed clinical psychologist and nurse practitioners with decades of experience in behavioral medicine, pain management and addiction medicine. Our medical team will do a full and comprehensive assessment, carefully evaluating each client’s history and current issues. Each client’s current condition, as well as medication will be closely monitored, with the medical team on call twenty-four hours a day.
SPIRITUAL COUNSELING
Healing the mind, body and spirit can include spiritual counseling. If you would like some help with a question relating to a spiritual matter or some prayer for your well-being, healing or recovery from addiction, we have advisors available upon your request.
TWELVE-STEP PROCESS
Working the twelve steps of recovery sets the foundation for your journey outside of the program. Our clients will be introduced to the twelve-step process and sponsorship. They will begin working on the steps in a group session. The client will be educated on what each step represents and also how and when it can be applied to his/her life.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
Vital to an individual’s well being is proper exercise. Taking into consideration the status of the alcohol and drug treatment program client’s current physical condition, an individualized exercise program will be established.
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Massage therapy is one of the most effective natural tools for healing the body from the damages caused by the life style in association with alcohol and drug addiction. The nurturing touch is simple, instinctual and more powerful than we can imagine. Some of the many studies on therapeutic massage show conclusively that it reduces stress, alleviates depression, reduces pain and boosts the immune system. Therapeutic massages are not included in our alcohol and drug treatment programs, however they are available upon request for an additional fee.
YOGA
Classes are offered at our physical fitness center twice a week. A committed yoga practice produces personal transformation, energy and growth. A regular practice contributes to a fuller realization of all aspects of your own self-potential as it creates physical, mental and spiritual health and well-being.
Developing a Career as Therapy
When life becomes de-railed and mental disease ensues it can be very, very hard to get back on track. As a counselor I am acutely aware that there is no magic wand I can wave to make my patients recover and lead normal lives again. A lot of effort from the patient is also necessary. If for example, someone has a drug problem then the resolve to quit and reform needs to come from the patient. I can prescribe courses of drugs and suitable rehab instituations, but when the patient gets back into the every day world the temptation of drugs and alcohol is always there. Only they can deal with this.
As I’ve written before, I’m not a dogmatist in the field of counselling or psychiatry. Rather I’m a pragmatist – whatever works is the best treatment for the patient. Whether that therapy conforms to Freudian, Jungian or any other type of intellectual model is largely irrelevant to me.
One of the things I’ve noticed is that a lot of succor comes from getting the patient’s mind off the things that they dwell upon and that are causing them mental and behavioral problems. I encourage my patients to try many things. Recently, I’ve re-discovered the old adage about the therapy of work. As long as a patient hasn’t come to me in the first place because the pressure of work, I often suggest to him or her to try studying for a new career. I had one woman who was suffering from depression after her child left home. She felt ’redundant’. I suggested she try to train for a job. It turns out that she had studied engineering at college. She took a refresher course at community college and soon got a ground floor job in a company that makes carbon brushes for elevators. She found at first she enjoyed working on the machines making the carbon brushes and eventually she was promoted, and now takes an active part in the running of the factory and planning production. This new responsibilty has restored her self worth, as well as improved her finances.
Healing Power of Nature
I’m a firm believer in the healing powers of nature. So many of our modern drugs are derived from plants and trees. They say there is a cure for every ailment to be found in the bio-diversity of the Amazon. Earthquakes, tsunamis, disease epidemics are all examples of how cruel nature can be at times, but it is also remarkable how kind and healing nature can also be. I also believe this to be true of mental health.
The modern person in the developed world spends 90% of his or her time indoors. I always find this a shocking statistic. We seem to have lifestyles which are alienating us from our roots. No matter how much we like to think we are ’special’ we are all part of nature; we are all just specialized primates who for some reason have turned our backs on nature.
The case of providing therapy for people with mental problems is instructive. Often it is people isolated indoor spaces for too long who develop mental health issues. The case can be that a person becomes afraid of outside.
Recently, I took a patient on a trip to Thailand. We stayed on the peaceful beach of Ban Po in Koh Samui. It is a long beach with few tourists. The scenery is magnificent. There are birds in the sky, tropical flowers, butterflies and of course the ever shifting sea to capture the attention. The healing noise of the sea lapping on the shore helps to lull one to sleep. It also helps us to connect with the rhythms of nature.
My paitent also found it beneficial to swim in the warm sea. Immersing in water is evocative of being in the womb as a child. It encapsulates; it nourishes and it has primal power to heal. Perhaps it is no wonder that Jesus choose fishermen to continue his healing mission after he went.
Recovering From Food Addiction
There are many kinds of unhealthy addictions that people fall victim to during their life. One of these is an addiction to eating which can lead to chronic obesity and shortened life spans.
Some people will resort to eating unhealthy foods such as potato chips any time they are feeling bored or depressed. Thankfully, this does not have to be a death sentence. There are ways to reform ones habits to eat healthier and shed the extra pounds that over eating have caused them to put on.
Simple changes these can make are to switch their carb intakes from potato chips to something healthier like baked potatoes. While many nutritionists will claim no form of potato is particularly healthy, it can be counter productive to take all delicious foods away from people as they may more likely to rebel against what appears to be a diet.
A good bake potato is actually relatively low in calories. If eaten with just a dash of sour cream – not a whole tub! – and some chives it is actually a remarkably healthy meal or snack. Certainly no-one could argue that a bake potato isn’t healthier than a bag of potato chips.
If sufferers of over eating gradually make a series of dietary changes like these, over time they can add up and have a substantial positive effect on their health. They are a great first step on the path to recovery.
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Different exercise regime entails a lesser number of scheduling errors plus more productive use of everyone’s moment. Effective following, custom-made affected individual information with records software that allows the therapists to report patient’s benefits while they will reduced errors as you go along and eliminate the need to try to catch up in crucial documents. They will spend more time helping their sufferers and much less occasion checking these people. Software solutions that routinely record billable time once your therapists finished their paperwork is especially effective and considerably minimizes time.
Wine Gifts After Recovery
It’s never advisable for someone to put themselves in warms way when it comes to their addictions. One thing that is difficult though, if you’re an alcoholic, how can you avoid alcohol altogether? What if you have family members who really enjoy wine?
Personally, it seems to me that giving wine gifts isn’t necessary the problem in itself, but how they are purchased certainly can be an issue. If you need to buy a wine gift for a friend or family member during recovery it can be problematic to be sure. The easiest way to do it in my opinion is to ask a friend or family member who knows your situation to take care of the purchase for you, as putting yourself in that situation isn’t smart!