by Laura Geftman, LCSW Undoubtedly someone once told you if you don’t use drugs, you won’t get addicted. Seems pretty simple but it’s not. There’s more to understand about the…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW   There are a wide range of treatment options for those struggling with addiction. Devising the best treatment plan is the most important to part in…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW Addiction has long been related to substance abuse with a physical dependence (with withdrawal symptoms.) We see various depictions of addicts in every form of pop…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW In addiction, they say the first step is admitting you have a problem. How can you admit it if you don’t know what it really looks…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW Breakups are hard- especially when it’s with your addiction. Sounds kinda funny but it’s not. In addiction we create a longer term relationship with the person…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW Following up on your addiction recovery, it’s important not to develop bad habit that will challenge your sobriety. Behavioral patterns can put you at risk for…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW If you know one thing about addiction recovery, it’s probably “one day at a time.” This slogan is synonymous with the program. However it’s not the…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW  There’s nothing better than finding that song that you connect with on so many levels. The beat makes you want to move your body, and the…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW In the throws of addiction, it can be difficult to understand that a doctor could possibly understand all that you’re going through.  Thinking about getting a…

by Laura Geftman, LCSW Journaling and recovery are quite a pair. They seem to go hand in hand. As you don’t have access to your therapist, sponsor, meeting, etc…every second…