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My aim is to help my clients figure out what is keeping them from realizing their goals and working with them to identify strategies for overcoming those obstacles.
Abdul is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who specializes in working with adults who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, bereavement, and substance use disorders. He helps them transform their lives by learning to think about their lives in new and less hurtful ways.
Abdul holds a master’s degree in social work from Howard University’s School of Social Work. Prior to getting his MSW, he was working at an outpatient community mental health center and working on getting certified as an addiction counselor. He employs a variety of techniques including psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, Socratic questioning, and unconditional positive regard. His treatment orientation is heavily influenced by rational emotive and cognitive approaches. Abdul always aims to help clients understand what they want from their lives and to motivate them to achieve those goals.
Abdul's practice is rooted in humanism, the belief that people are self-motivated to pursue their own happiness. He sees his role as a guide who can support you on your journey toward happiness. Abdul accepts that all people are unique, with unique biology, chemistry, life stories, and life goals all their own. He understands that not everyone gets the same start in life and that each of us is uniquely shaped by the challenges and opportunities we encounter in our families of origin, our communities, and our society at large.
Abdul's goal as a professional is to support you as you strive for happiness and help you identify challenges and develop skills to overcome them. Ultimately, he believes that each person he meets is on a quest, searching for a rewarding, meaningful, and fulfilling life. His role is simply to help you get to your destination. "Noted psychiatrist and addiction expert Gabor Maté said that only when compassion is present can healing truly take place. My goal is to be that compassionate presence in your life as you work to understand yourself, identify the source of your unhappiness, and work with you to discover the happiness and life satisfaction that you deserve," says Abdul.
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Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in Charleston, SC can help people manage their urges to use the substance or engage in the activity they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their addiction, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those whose addiction may stem from issues like trauma.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks in Charleston, SC works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their addiction, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing addiction counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of addiction counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their addiction, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in addiction counseling in the first weeks to months.
Thriveworks Charleston addiction counseling can assist individuals in managing their addiction and counteracting their cravings without using substances or other addictions.
Addiction counseling and therapy at Thriveworks Charleston has helped many people with their addictions. The addiction counselors and psychologists at Thriveworks help their clients overcome their suffering, enjoy fruitful lives, and build meaningful relationships. If you think you could benefit from the assistance of an addiction counselor, reach out to Thriveworks Charleston today by giving us a call at (843) 480-4034.
Whether it is a substance or process addiction, each case can be examined with the help of a professional therapist who can guide individuals through the difficulties that come with their addiction. Some reasons for addictions include:
Most abused drugs produce magnified feelings of pleasure. The initial sensation of euphoria is followed by other effects that are different depending on the type of substance used. Stimulants, such as cocaine, produce a “high” that is followed by feelings of power, self-confidence and increased energy.
2. To feel better.
Many people who suffer from social anxiety, stress-related disorders, and depression begin using drugs to lessen their distressing feelings. Stress can play a big role in drug use–in the beginning, in continuing, and in relapsing patients recovering from addiction.
Drug abuse occurs in all sports and at most levels of competition. Athletes may turn to drugs for various reasons, including performance enhancement, to self-treat otherwise untreated mental illness and to deal with stressors, such as pressure to perform, injuries, physical pain and retirement from the sport. These various pressures can lead to initial experimentation and move to continued use of drugs, such as prescription stimulants or steroids.
Call Thriveworks Charleston at (843) 480-4034 to schedule a session or to find out more about how addiction counseling and therapy can help you get on the road to a healthier, stronger you. A scheduling specialist will answer your call and help you find a convenient day and time to come in! Rest assured that we have flexible scheduling opportunities, including extended hours in evenings and on weekends.
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