Therapy For Addiction – Reclaim Control, One Step at a Time
Addictions and behaviors, whether they involve substance use, binge-watching, gaming, social media browsing, or gambling, sometimes begin as a coping mechanism for stress, loneliness, or emotional suffering. However, they can have a long-term impact on your relationships, health, and sense of self.
At Catalyst Psyche Inc, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for anyone struggling with substance abuse or behavioral addictions. There is no judgment. There is no shame. Just a safe environment to discover what lies beneath the pattern—and begin making long-term, significant change.
Understanding Addiction Cycle
Addiction isn’t about weak willpower—it’s a complex emotional and neurological response. Often rooted in trauma, unmet needs, or unresolved pain, addictive behaviors become a way to escape or soothe inner distress.
Addiction often follows a repeating pattern that can feel hard to break. Recognizing the cycle is the first step toward change. Here’s how it typically unfolds:
Emotional Trigger – A difficult emotion—like stress, loneliness, anger, or shame—sets the cycle in motion.
Craving – You begin to crave a specific substance or behavior that offers temporary relief or escape.
Ritual – Preparatory actions or routines build anticipation (like pouring a drink, opening an app, or isolating yourself).
Using – You engage in the addictive behavior to numb or distract yourself from the discomfort.
Guilt – Afterward, feelings of guilt, regret, or shame often set in—reinforcing the emotional pain and restarting the cycle.
Our Approach
We use therapeutic procedures such as:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Habit Change
- Motivational Interviewing for Recovery Support.
- Trauma-informed treatment for root cause recovery.
- Mindfulness and relapse prevention tools.
You’re Not Your Habit – Recovery is not about perfection; it is about development and self-compassion. Let us work together to make you feel powerful, not humiliated. A more grounded, balanced life is attainable. We are here to walk alongside you.
