Addiction Counseling in Florida
Helping You Break Free From Addiction and Reclaim Your Life
You're Stuck in a Cycle You Can't Break
Maybe you've tried to quit before
You've promised yourself, promised the people you love. But the pull is too strong, and you keep going back.
You're not using because you want to hurt anyone, you're using because it's the only way you know how to escape the pain, the loneliness, the overwhelming feelings you don't know how to handle any other way.
But the temporary relief has always come with a price. Your relationships are suffering. Your job, your health, and your sense of who you are all feel like they’re slipping away. And even knowing all of this, you still can't seem to break free.
Do Any of These Sound Familiar?
You've tried to quit before, but you keep going back
You're using substances or behaviors to numb pain, escape reality, or feel something
You lie to the people you love about how much you're using or doing
You've lost relationships, jobs, or opportunities because of your addiction
You feel ashamed, but you don't know how to stop
If this sounds like you, know that recovery is possible.
Addiction Takes Many Forms
When most people think of addiction, they think of drugs and alcohol, but addiction shows up in many ways, and all of them can be equally destructive.
I work with all types of addiction, including:
Alcoholism
Drug addiction
Sex addiction
Food addiction
Spending addiction
Shopping addiction
Internet addiction
Gambling addiction
I work with other addictive behaviors beyond this list. If you're struggling with something that feels compulsive and out of control, reach out.
I've Been Where You Are
I've been clean and sober since 1985
I was arrested three times for drug possession before I finally got help, so I know what it's like to feel lost, broken, and trapped in a cycle you can't escape. But I also know that recovery is possible. I've seen many individuals, just like you, break free from addiction and reclaim their lives.
Treatment saved my life, and becoming a therapist became my life's work. I've dedicated over 30 years to helping people break free from addiction, and I understand, firsthand, what it takes to get there.
When you work with me, you're not just getting academic training; you're gaining valuable experience. You're working with someone who's been in the trenches and made it to the other side.
Addiction Counseling Can Help You Break Free
Addiction dounseling isn't about willpower or just saying no. It's about understanding what's driving the addiction, healing the wounds underneath it, and building the skills you need to stay in recovery.
Imagine if you could:
Wake up without immediately thinking about using
Feel grounded in your life instead of constantly escaping it
Rebuild trust with the people you've hurt
Finally understand what's been keeping you stuck, and know how to break free
Live without shame, without secrets, without the constant pull of addiction
Counseling can help you get there.
Here's How We'll Work Together
In our sessions, I'm actively listening, asking questions, and helping you connect the dots between your addiction and what's really driving it, whether that's trauma, pain, family patterns, or something you haven't fully understood yet. You'll be in a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be honest about what's going on.
We'll start by understanding your addiction and what's keeping you stuck. Then we'll work together to build the tools, skills, and support you need to recover.
Here's what that looks like:
01
We'll create a safe space
where you can be honest about what's going on without judgment
02
We'll explore what's underneath the addiction
the pain you're trying to numb, the patterns that keep pulling you back
03
We'll address what's happening right now
managing cravings, building healthy coping skills, and preventing relapse
04
We'll set goals together
both short-term sobriety and long-term recovery
05
I'll give you strategies tailored to your life
not generic advice, but fundamental tools that work for you
06
We'll track your progress
so you can see that you're getting stronger, even when it feels slow
I've spent 30+ years helping people move from addiction to recovery, from stuck to free.
I know how to help you see the patterns you can't see on your own, and that insight is often what begins to shift everything.
Consultation for Families
and Loved Ones
You're losing sleep over someone else's addiction, and you don't know what to do.
Maybe both your parents have an addiction. Perhaps it's your spouse, child, or sibling. You're carrying the weight of their addiction on your shoulders, asking, “What should I do?”
I offer consultation for families and individuals who love someone struggling with addiction
We'll discuss what's happening, and I'll provide you with direction, feedback, and guidance on how to move forward.
You don't have to be in active counseling to reach out for consultation. Sometimes you just need someone who understands addiction to help you see clearly and know what to do next.
Online Addiction Therapy And Consultation From Anywhere in Florida
I work exclusively through secure online sessions, which means you can get support without leaving your home or office.
Whether you're in Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Tallahassee, Gainesville, or anywhere else in Florida, we can work together.
Let's Get Started
You're not alone in this struggle
Whether you're the one struggling or the one loving someone who is, I'm here to help you find your way forward.
Call me at (727) 394-7325 or email me to schedule your complimentary 20-minute phone consultation. Rest assured, your privacy is my priority, and all our communications will be strictly confidential.
Let's talk about what's going on and how I can help you move toward a recovery journey.