Cannabis use disorder counseling from our Thriveworks therapists in Peachtree City can help people manage their urges to use cannabis. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their cannabis use disorder, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those that their disorder may stem from, like trauma.
Cannabis use disorder counseling works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their disorder, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing cannabis use disorder counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
The length of cannabis use disorder counseling in Peachtree City depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their disorder, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in cannabis use disorder counseling in the first weeks to months.
Treating Cannabis Use Disorder in Peachtree City, GA—Therapy and Counseling
Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) is recognized by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Thriveworks Peachtree City offers treatment for Cannabis Use Disorder. Our therapists know what it takes to help you.
If you’re ready to schedule a session to work with one of our therapists to manage your cannabis use, simply call us or schedule online to get started today.
CUD: What Is It?
Cannabis dependency is acknowledged in DSM-5 as Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD). DSM-5 defines CUD as pot use for at least one year with lowered functioning and increased agitation as shown through two or more of the following symptoms:
- Dedicating considerable time to obtaining, ingesting, and recovering from marijuana use.
- Prioritizing weed over job, hygiene, family, school, and friends.
- Experiencing withdrawal when trying to quit or curb use.
- Continued pot use despite harm to oneself, family, friends, or work.
- Using weed more frequently.
- Using greater amounts of weed to experience the same high.
- Attempting to stop or lessen cannabis use without success.
- Mixing pot and risky behavior such as driving a car while high.
- Craving weed, even through images, dreams, smells, and obsessive thoughts.
Not all cases of CUD as the same level of intensity. DSM-5 gives varying degrees of dependence, based upon the displayed symptoms.
1. DSM-5 (305.20 F12.10) Cannabis Use Disorder, Mild
Two to three symptoms suggest Mild CUD.
2. DSM-5 (304.30 F12.20) Cannabis Use Disorder, Moderate
Four to five symptoms suggest Moderate CUD.
3. DSM-5 (304.30 F12.20) Cannabis Use Disorder, Severe
Six or more symptoms suggest Severe CUD.
Treating CUD and the Benefits of Detox
There are many potential treatment options by our therapists at Thriveworks Peachtree City, including:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps individuals identify and challenge thoughts and behaviors related to cannabis use, develop coping skills, and prevent relapse.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI): Facilitates motivation for change by exploring ambivalence about cannabis use and enhancing commitment to treatment goals.
- Contingency Management: Utilizes incentives or rewards to reinforce abstinence from cannabis and promote engagement in treatment.
- Support Groups: Provides a supportive environment for individuals to share experiences, receive validation, and gain insight into cannabis use disorder while receiving peer support.
- Family Therapy: Involves family members in the therapeutic process to address family dynamics and communication patterns that may contribute to cannabis use disorder.
Scheduling Therapy through Thriveworks Peachtree City
If your life is becoming more complicated and consumed with pot use, then reaching out to schedule with Thriveworks Peachtree City could be helpful. Schedule your session today by scheduling online or call today.
