Using too much cannabis can lead to several negative effects on your physical and mental health. Here are some potential risks to consider: Effects of Using Too Much Marijuana: Researchers estimate that 4 million people in the United States met the criteria for marijuana use disorder in 2015, but only 138,000 of them voluntarily sought treatment. If you are having a hard time stopping the use … Read More
Recovery looks different for everyone. David Weber & Robin Newman talk about addiction counseling in NY – specifically dealing with couples therapy. What do you believe would be helpful for couples who are currently active/struggling in their addictions? In the case of one person in the couple struggling with addiction, often, I recommend seeing someone separately for the addictive piece. It could be me too, but … Read More
ROBIN NEWMAN & DAVID WEBER: LI/NY Imago Relationship Therapists Discuss Ear Acupuncture + Counseling for People Dealing with Addiction in Long Island, New York. Regain control of your addiction. The Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island offers ear acupuncture as part of our services. Acupuncture is based on the points & principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine which emphasize preventing and dealing with the underlying causes of … Read More
Falling in love is fun (and intense)! From butterflies in the stomach, to feelings of euphoria, to not being able to think of anyone or anything else, here’s what happens to your brain when you find that special spark with someone. This is your brain on LOVE! The feeling that we know of as ‘love’ is actually an irresistible cocktail of hormones and chemicals. So what … Read More
It can be very hard to live with a family member / friend / partner who has a drinking or drug use disorder. It’s best not to try to control, excuse, or cover up their drinking or drug use. Instead, encourage and help them to get treatment. You may be able to do this by: Encouraging Treatment to a Loved One Suffering with Addiction: For more … Read More
It shouldn’t be a surprise that PTSD and alcohol abuse problems are related. People with PTSD are more likely to have drinking problems. Also, people with drinking problems often have PTSD. Learn how having PTSD & alcohol use problems at the same time can make symptoms of both, worse. Studies show that the relationship between PTSD and alcohol use problems can start with either issue. For … Read More
Quit Drinking for Good – Compassionate Therapy – Holistic Individualized Care Explore the signs / symptoms of alcohol abuse, and how our counselors can help you address the core issues that led to your addiction in the first place. Many people drink. But for some, drinking is more than just a recreational habit. What are the Signs of Alcohol Abuse / Addiction? The line between recreational … Read More
Counseling in Miller Place, Long Island for people suffering from addiction and are looking for help. Millions of people worldwide suffer from addiction, and it can be incredibly difficult to overcome on your own. Addiction can take many forms: drugs alcohol food sex/relationships/love gambling gaming shopping Counselors work with you to identify root causes of your addiction & help you develop healthier ways of coping with … Read More
We live in an age where a simple thought gives you what you want almost immediately – particularly in the world of gaming and virtual reality. This is a place where you can access something you crave without the rigors of physical relocation or patience. A value, that while very important to the human psyche, is no longer required. In fact, it is criticized and gaming … Read More
Addiction Therapy in Long Island, NY – Follow us on Facebook! For those struggling with or trying to overcome from an addiction – whether it be to tobacco, alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex – counseling is an essential part of the recovery process. Not only does the counseling process help provide an understanding of your addiction and the basis for it, but it can also furnish you … Read More