Addiction Counseling
Addiction counseling is an evidence-based approach to help people understand the root cause of their addiction, build coping strategies, and sustain long-term recovery. At Alliance Psychology, we see seeking help as a sign of strength and believe recovery is always possible with the right support.
Our addiction counseling services are available in our Orem and Spanish Fork offices, as well as through secure telehealth sessions, making it easier to access care in a way that fits your life.
What Addiction Counseling Involves
Addiction counseling is designed to address more than just the symptoms of behavioral addiction. It helps people understand, manage, and change the deeper patterns that cause addiction to persist or prevent recovery. We support people facing a wide range of challenges, including struggles with pornography, gambling, and other compulsive behaviors.
- Exploring root causes, such as trauma, chronic stress, or underlying mental health concerns
- Developing healthier coping strategies to replace harmful behaviors
- Building and maintaining value-based living through structured support and accountability
- Preventing relapse with practical tools for recognizing and managing triggers
- Changing destructive behavior patterns and replacing them with positive, sustainable habits
- Focusing on long-term recovery, including rebuilding relationships, restoring confidence, and setting meaningful life goals
Types of Addiction Counseling We Offer
With over 25+ years of experience, our providers at Alliance Psychology use various evidence-based approaches to help people struggling with behavioral addictions such as pornography and gambling.
Individual Counseling: One-on-one sessions provide a private space to explore personal triggers, build coping strategies, and process the emotions behind addictive patterns. Our therapists tailor the approach to your goals, helping you move forward at your own pace.
Family Counseling: Since addiction affects the entire family, counseling helps loved ones understand the condition, improve communication, and support recovery while also caring for their own well-being.
Dual Diagnosis Counseling: For those facing both addiction and mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, or trauma, dual diagnosis counseling can address both issues together. Treating them simultaneously reduces the risk of relapse and supports overall healing.
Our Expertise in Addiction Counseling
At Alliance Psychology, recovery from addiction is guided by expert support and deep community roots.
- Experienced Team: Our providers have years of specialized training in addiction recovery and trauma-informed care.
- Supportive Environment: Every session is designed to be safe, confidential, and non-judgmental, allowing you to focus on your progress.
- Collaborative Care: We coordinate with psychiatrists and medical providers, when needed, for a comprehensive approach.
- Community Roots: As a veteran-owned practice serving Utah County for over 25 years, we bring trusted, local expertise to our care.
- Accessibility: With same-week appointments in our Orem and Spanish Fork clinics, plus secure telehealth sessions, support is easy to access and available when you need it.
- Patient-Centered Fit: If we aren’t the right match for your needs, we’ll help connect you with another trusted resource. Your recovery is always our priority.
What Our Patients Are Saying
Ryan has been a huge support in helping me work through personal and family struggles. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him or the other therapists at this office. It is clear they value those they serve.
Over the last several years, my family has needed services like those offered by Alliance Psychology. We have worked with practitioners at both locations and have only positive things to say about the office staff, the appearance and comfort of the offices, and the therapists themselves.
What to Expect During Addiction Counseling
Step 1: Initial Assessment
Your first appointment is typically scheduled the same week and is a private intake session. Our counselor will review your history, mental health, and patterns of addiction. Together, you’ll set personalized recovery goals.
Step 2: Creating a Customized Treatment Plan
Our therapist will design a plan tailored to your needs, which may include individual, group, or family counseling. The plan also addresses mental health concerns that may contribute to addiction.
Step 3: Therapy Sessions & Skill-Building
In-person or telehealth sessions focus on coping strategies, relapse prevention, and processing emotions. Evidence-based approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), are often used to change negative thought patterns.
Step 4: Long-Term Recovery & Support
Addiction counseling equips you with practical tools you can begin using immediately, while ongoing sessions, peer support groups, and regular therapist check-ins provide the guidance and accountability needed to maintain sobriety and long-term wellness.
Benefits of Addiction Counseling
Our therapists are dedicated to providing lasting tools to support resilience, healing, and long-term recovery from behavioral addictions.
- Improved coping strategies and emotional resilience
- Greater self-awareness of triggers and patterns
- Reduced risk of relapse through prevention planning
- Repaired & strengthened family or relationship bonds
- Improved overall mental health and daily functioning
- Support for building a sustainable lifestyle
How to Get Started With Addiction Counseling
At Alliance Psychology, we keep our process simple and supportive so people seeking help can focus on healing, feel guided at every step, and never face recovery alone.
- Reach Out: Call us at (801) 224-2313 or complete our secure online form for an appointment. Our team will answer your questions and verify insurance coverage.
- Consultation: You’ll meet with our therapist for a private intake session to discuss your needs, history, and goals.
- Begin Counseling: Start individualized sessions with ongoing support for recovery.
Take the First Step Today
Seeking help to recover from addiction takes courage, and every step forward matters. At Alliance Psychology, our therapists walk beside you with compassion, evidence-based care, and the belief that recovery is always possible.
Call us today at (801) 224-2313 or complete our online form to request your first appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
If addictive behaviors are interfering with your daily life, relationships, or health, counseling can help. A private consultation can clarify if this approach is a good fit.
We work with people facing behavioral addictions like pornography, gambling, or technology use.
Yes. We offer family counseling to help loved ones understand addiction, improve communication, and strengthen support systems.
