Being an addict is a life that no one wants. Unfortunately, it is one that millions of men and women lead on a daily basis. One of the best ways to get clean is to check into a reputable treatment center to utilize their comprehensive services. Read on to learn more about rehab and counseling services and clicking with your counselor.
Inpatient or Outpatient?
One of the first decisions you will have to make is whether or not you choose an inpatient or outpatient facility. Of course, what you decide on will be a completely personal choice that will be based on many factors. If you check into an inpatient facility while you are working, you will have to either quit your job, use vacation days, or ask for a leave of absence. You’ll also have to pay more for inpatient services, which may or may not be covered under your insurance plan.
Choosing outpatient treatment may give you a little more leeway when it comes to your personal obligations. There are many rehab facilities that offer day, evening, and weekend times that will work around your schedule. You’ll also be able to change locations easier if you are not happy with the services you receive at the first one. Consider the pros and cons to each before making your decision.
Utilizing Counseling Services
If you do choose an outpatient treatment center for your needs, you will be assigned your own counselor during your visits. It is very important to click with the counselor that has been assigned to you. You may need to give them a chance to get to know you, so make sure you show up to a few sessions to give it time. However, there may be a time where you don’t believe that your counselor is helping you. If you can’t make a solid connection and trust your therapist, then your sessions may not help you at all. In fact, they could cause you to backslide. It’s okay to want to change counselors if you feel the need to.
Signs of Questionable Counseling
We all know how it is to just “click” with someone, and your counselor should be no different. If you are uncomfortable around your counselor even after the first couple of sessions, then it may be time to look for another one. There are red flags to look out for, listed below:
•They are judgmental and critical of your lifestyle and behavior
•They treat you as an inferior during your sessions
•They try to initiate physical contact without consent from you
•They allow you to blame your partner, friends, or family
•They do not sufficiently address any underlying medical conditions that could be causing you to use
•They do not address mental health problems
•They guarantee that they will cure you
•They act like a friend and not a professional
•They speak in “psychobabble”, leaving you confused and frustrated
•They don’t seem to remember your name or your situation after a couple of visits
These are just a few of the red flags to look for when you visit your counselor for the first time. No matter what, you should always feel comfortable and safe when you are in therapy. While it is hard to define what will make the two of you “click”, you will know it when you have it.
Finding Another Outpatient Center
If you are not happy with your current counselor, do not hesitate to change outpatient centers. One of the perks of committing to outpatient instead of inpatient is that it is much easier to change locations. Once you commit to an inpatient facility, it may be harder to find a new counselor. Simply begin checking out other rehabs to find another therapist. Do some research on the facility and their staff before you commit. Many counselors will have real reviews of them online, so take the time to read up on their services first.
Remember, you should never stay with a counselor that you are not happy with. Not everyone clicks with the first therapist they have a session with. It often takes a little bit of trial and error to find the right fit.
Checking Into an Outpatient Rehab
When it is time to check into rehab, let our wonderful facility help. We have an amazing staff of counselors, doctors, nurses, and more standing by to give you the assistance you need. Call today at 844-639-8371 to learn what we can do for you today!