Substance is the Symptom

This is the founding principle of our structure at Avena Healthcare. Analysing the relationship we have to substances is key in addiction recovery. You may have heard the term ‘The addictive Mind’ or ‘Cross Addiction’ in your recovery journeys in the past. Where one addiction is typically substituted for another. This is because the substance itself is generally not the issue at hand. The issue is that, in the bigger picture of our life, we are experiencing pain, disconnect or conflict. Substances; they help us escape or manage that reality. 

Ask yourself: What is the healthy aim of my use?

You will never progress on life’s journey when substances become the crutch holding you up. Let us build the foundations you need to walk freely to a life of wellness and recovery. 

Read more about how we personalise care below: 

https://www.avenahealthcare.org/post/overcoming-substance-use-disorders-with-personalized-care