Recovering from problematic alcohol use ought to be tailored to the individual who is suffering. Some may require a medical detoxification, while others may utilize an in-patient recovery setting, intensive outpatient services, 12 step support groups, psychotherapy, or other community, religious, or mental health support services.
Wherever a person’s journey into recovery began, the physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual healing unfolds as a process. Although the reduction or abstinence of alcohol consumption in itself can improve the quality of a problematic drinker’s life, some men and women continue to struggle emotionally from past trauma, negative thought patterns about themselves, relationship issues, forgiveness, or adopting a new sober way of living without carrying shame from their past.
Recovery from problematic drinking presents an opportunity to learn to love all parts of oneself: past and present. In order to restore a strong and healthy self-image, acceptance and grace for oneself and others is key. Emotional health is often developed through:
- Awareness of areas of desired/needed growth in yourself
- A willingness to self reflect and explore those issues
- Having an open mind to alternative coping skills, relational skills, thinking patterns and behavioral patterns.
If you would like to work on any of these areas of your life, I would be honored and privileged to walk alongside you on your journey of recovery, self-discovery and healing. The road to physical, psychological and spiritual recovery does not need to be done alone.
Michelle Hill, MFTI
(949) 359-1353
Marriage and Family Therapist Intern IMF 91401
Registered Addiction Treatment Counselor 7919-R
Supervised By: Glenn E. McClellan, Ph.D. License # psy 14169
