Harm Reduction Therapy In Chicago, IL

Harm reduction therapy has been shown to be effective for folks struggling with substance use or addictive behaviors. Some areas where harm reduction therapy can be most helpful include:

• Reducing harm: Yep, we know this one’s obvious. But some of the specific ways this therapy can help are reducing the risk of overdose and the spread of infectious diseases and improving overall health, well-being and functioning.
• Gradual behavior change: Unlike traditional abstinence-focused approaches, harm reduction therapy recognizes that change is a gradual process. Not everyone is ready, able or willing to completely stop their substance use or addictive behaviors. Harm reduction therapy promotes sustainable and meaningful behavior change through realistic goals and incremental changes.
• Enhanced quality of life: Harm reduction therapy aims to improve a person’s overall quality of life, even if complete abstinence is not the immediate goal. By reducing the harm associated with substance use or addictive behaviors, folks can experience improvements in their physical health, mental well-being, relationships and overall functioning. This can lead to increased stability, an improved sense of belonging, and a better sense of control over one’s life.
• Holistic approach: Harm reduction therapists focus on the whole person and their experiences. We recognize that substance use or addictive behaviors are often intertwined with various social, economic and environmental factors. Therefore, the therapeutic approach extends beyond addressing the substance use itself and encompasses other areas of a person’s life, such as mental health, housing, employment and social support. This comprehensive approach contributes to the effectiveness of harm reduction therapy.

If you want to learn more about harm reduction therapy, please reach out to us. We’ll treat you with the respect you deserve and help you find ways to reduce harm while making your own choices about your life.