Drug addiction is a complicated disease characterized by intense and, sometimes, totally uncontrollable drug craving; the compulsive seeking of drugs and consumption that persists even in the face of destructive consequences. Even though the road to drug addiction starts with the voluntary act of using drugs, a person's ability to decide not to do so becomes compromised, and seeking and consuming the drug becomes compulsive.
Due to the fact that drug abuse and addiction can negatively affect many facets of a person's life, treatment is not simple. Effective treatment programs typically incorporate many components, each directed to a specific aspect of the disease and its consequences. Addiction treatment helps the person to stop consuming drugs, sustain a drug-free lifestyle, and achieve productive functioning in the family, at work, and in society at large. Since addiction is typically a chronic disease, people cannot just stop using drugs for a few days and be cured. Most addicts need long-term or repeated episodes of care in order to achieve the ultimate goal of sustained abstinence and recovery in their lives.
Medication and cognitive behavioural therapy, especially when combined, can be essential elements of a comprehensive therapeutic process that typically starts with detoxification, followed by treatment and relapse prevention. Ameliorating withdrawal symptoms is important in the first stage of treatment; preventing relapse is necessary for sustaining its effects. Occasionally, as with other chronic conditions, episodes of relapse could necessitate a return to earlier treatment components. A continuum of care that includes a customized treatment program—addressing all aspects of a person's life, including medical and mental health services—and follow–up options (e.g., community – or family-based recovery support systems) can be crucial to a person's success in achieving and sustaining a drug–free lifestyle.
The Metamorphosis approach not only includes the above, but we differ from most other treatment programs in that we start working with the client and family during the detoxification process. We have developed a technique (using self-hypnosis) to eliminate cravings.
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About Us
- Metamorphosis - The Toronto Psychosomatic Clinic
- You will be amazed to discover that controlling your emotional stumbling blocks and medical illnesses can be as easy as pressing delete...once you know how! We treat an array of emotional problems and specialize in working with people who are seeking results. • Migraines and Headaches • Irritable Bowel Syndrome • Phobias / Anxiety / Panic Attacks • Work Stress and Road Rage • Exam Anxiety • Weight Loss Addictions to: • Cocaine • Sex • Smoking • Chocolate • Alcohol. We teach our clients to understand why they struggle to function optimally and what it means to be emotionally fit - A sense of calm, contentment, and confidence with the capacity to enjoy life to the fullest. Our friendly and experienced team is comprised of a number of Masters level psychotherapists and hypnotherapy experts with backgrounds in the disciplines of psychiatry, psychology, and social work. Our approach is tailored individually and we use a blend of Cognitive Therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Hypnotherapy (which includes the teaching of self-hypnosis) to gain control over distressing symptoms and maladaptive behaviour.