Addiction
Explore educational content on addiction, recovery, and coping tools. Read therapist insights from LifeStance experts.
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Blog Posts
How Trauma Leads to Addiction and Substance Use—and What Helps People Heal
Discover how trauma fuels addiction and substance use and why trauma-informed care is key to recovery.
My Journey from Addiction to Recovery: Proof That Change Is Possible
Learn how a licensed and SMART-certified therapist overcame addiction, embraced recovery, and now is helping others find hope and healing.
How to Help Someone with a Porn Addiction: A Therapist’s Perspective
Learn how to help a porn addict with expert insights on recognizing symptoms, treatments, and supportive recovery strategies for individuals and partners.
Podcasts
Understanding and Overcoming Porn Addiction – Podcast
In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Dunn, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, who helps unpack the complexities of porn addiction.
From Addiction to Recovery – Podcast
September is National Recovery Month. LifeStance therapist James Andrew Dewey joins us and courageously shares his personal story of addiction and recovery.
Understanding the Trauma-Substance Use Connection
We are joined by Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Melissa Cribb to explore the intricate relationship between trauma and substance use disorders.
Related Services & Conditions
Porn Addiction Treatments
We offer confidential porn addiction treatment and counseling in-person and online. Get help by scheduling your appointment today.
Substance Use Disorder
Understand Substance Use Disorder: the criteria used to diagnose it, what might cause it, and how to cope with it.
Substance Abuse Treatments
We offer substance abuse treatment plans in outpatient settings. Our psychiatrists and substance abuse counselors offer in-person and online help for drug addiction.