Addiction Psychiatry
The Therapy Company has highly-qualified psychiatrists that are well-positioned to provide addiction psychiatry. Whether you would prefer psychiatry in Preston at our facility or want to take advantage of our online psychiatry, our expert team is here to help. We are able to provide tailored treatment plans, depending on the addiction, that often include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, and Counselling. With the correct psychiatric help and assistance, you are much more likely to overcome your addiction. Not just now, for but longer-term with on-going treatment plans.
Addiction is the tendency to repeat harmful behaviours to the body and/or mind which is often in the form of substances. Addictions, such as gambling and alcohol use, can have catastrophic impacts on those struggling with the addiction itself, as well as those around them. Consequences include health, economic, and legal. For more information about our addiction psychiatry service, call us today on 01772 440321 or use our online contact form.
Alternatively, read the full blog post to find out more about:
•What addiction psychiatry consists of
•Signs it’s time to seek professional help
•Benefits of addiction psychiatry
Addiction Psychiatry – What Does Is Consist Of?
Addiction Psychiatry is a sub-speciality of psychiatry that consists of helping people with addictions to get control back over their lives. It consists of diagnosing, evaluating, and treating addictions that may include smoking, gambling, alcohol use, drug use, and many more. Addiction psychiatry looks at the psychological dependance to substances. Psychiatrists – just like The Therapy Company – provide an initial consultation where we take the time to understand your current situation, addiction(s), and ask further open-ended questions to learn more. Treatments may include;-
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Cognitive Behaviour (CBT) is widely used to help manage addictions of all types. CBT is a type of talking therapy that is centred around undoing deeply-ingrained thought patterns that may be leading to take action when it comes to substance abuse and addiction types. CBT specialists help you to first identify with negative thought patterns that have led to addiction. Once identified, sessions can then be spent reframing negative thoughts and replacing them with more valuable ones. Often, thoughts become actions or behaviours. This is why CBT is highly-effective on getting control on addictions.
Counselling
Another highly-effective mental health service provided for additions is on-going counselling. Counselling can be beneficial for individuals that have suffered from difficult life events, such as a relationship breakdown or work-related stress. Often the life or distressing event comes before the addiction but with counselling, you’ll have a qualified professional that is there to talk through all your difficult feelings and emotions. And of course, come up with a plan to tackle them. Sometimes, just having someone there to listen to you can make a world of difference. Counselling can help you to best navigate the changes in your feelings and emotions.
EMDR
The Therapy Company can also provide EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a third type of treatment that is proven to be effective with addictions. This is because the use of EMDR is beneficial for treating past traumas. Addictions often start as a result of traumas or hardships and the idea here is that EDMR will help the person suffering from addiction to have less compulsion towards a certain addiction or behaviour. EMDR unblocks the memory, images, triggers, and all other associated elements from a traumatic experience and enables the person to process them healthily.
Addiction Psychiatry – Signs It’s Time To Seek Help
As previously mentioned, addiction is the repeated involvement with harmful substance(s) or activities. Addictions can escalate quickly but below are some of the main signs to look out for that will indicate that it’s time to seek professional help:
Withdraw from responsibility – This is a common sign that it may be time to seek help. If you are withdrawing from responsibilities such as work, family commitment and other activities as a result of your addiction(s), we urge you to get in touch.
Paranoia – If you are suffering from paranoia and/or hallucinations as a result of an addiction, this is another indicator that addiction psychiatry may be the next best move for your mental health.
Mood swings – Suffering from consistent mood swings and fluctuations in behaviour is a clear symptom of addiction. Mood swings are often a result of anxiety or depressive episodes.
Secrecy – If you have noticed that you are perhaps being more secretive than usual in the way you are using substances or partaking in addictive activities, this may be another sign that you require professional help from addiction psychiatrists.
Benefits Of Addiction Psychiatrist
So, why psychiatry to treat your addiction? Psychiatry can be a fantastic starting point for getting to the bottom of your addiction and better understanding the reasons for your behaviours. We are seeing a significant rise in addictions and having the appropriate mental health support is paramount for your on-going recovery. Addiction psychiatry can help pinpoint specific issues and provide tailored treatments/solutions.
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Psychiatry For Addictions – FAQs
The Therapy Company are highly-qualified private psychiatrists on a mission to make a difference. Unlike public services, you won’t have to join a long waiting list to be seen by our specialists. This is because we are private and can offer a fast-response and tailored treatment plan to help you overcome and manage your current challenges. You can check out our 5-star reviews here.
Yes, of course. If you wish to check out our meet the team page and meet our private psychiatrists, please click here. All psychiatrists are qualified and accredited in their areas of expertise and are also registered with leading private medical insurers including Bupa, AXA, Aviva, WPA, and many others.
Our private psychiatrists treat various addictions, including alcohol, prescription medications, and behavioural addictions like gambling, internet use, and gaming. Psychiatrists play a critical role in diagnosing and treating a wide range of addictions, providing personalised care that addresses both the addiction itself and any underlying mental health issues.
The Therapy Company offers a variety of treatments for addictions, tailored to the specific needs of each individual. Treatments and tailored plans will depend on the specific addictions you are currently facing and battling against. Treatments may include CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), counselling, medication, and other behavioural therapies. Your tailored treatment plan will be centred around the initial appointment you have with us.
This ultimately depends on the severity of your addiction. For example, medication for addictions may be prescribed to manage withdrawal symptoms and / or reduce cravings. Addictions often stem from co-occurring mental conditions, such as anxiety or depression, and therefore may be required for relapse prevention.
The frequency of your visits will depend on a number of factors including the severity of the addiction(s). Initially, you can expect appointments to be more frequent. As time passes and progress is made, you can expect appointment frequency to drastically reduce. However, this depends on an individual to individual basis.
Yes. The Therapy Company has recently introduced online psychiatry for addictions for patients that can’t get to our facility in Preston. Initial consultations can be done from the comfort of your home, which can be preferable for patients, depending on the extent of symptoms and current mental well-being.
Private psychiatry for addictions offers several advantages and benefits that may appeal to individuals seeking specialised care and personalised treatment for their addiction-related issues. It is suitable for patients looking for prompt access to immediate care compared to public services, reducing delays in receiving crucial treatment and support.
If your addiction is taking a hold of your personal or professional life adversely, it may be time to seek professional help with The Therapy Company. For example, if substance use is impacting your life in several ways and you’re finding it difficult to stop despite wanting to, our private psychiatrists can help and offer an initial appointment to start with.
Although it can be overwhelming reaching out for the help you need, it’s a vital and brave first step. Get in touch with us today to arrange your initial appointment which can either be at our safe and relaxed environment in Preston or via an online appointment. Call us today at 01772 440321 or use our online contact form if you prefer.
