In an attempt to decrease pain and feel better, many good hearted and intelligent people find themselves in the grips of an addiction or a compulsion. These can range from substance abuse to sexual acting out, to overeating to self-harming behaviors. Addiction therapy can help you bring more awareness to the underlying needs and feelings so we can increase your ability to make choices that fit your life better. We can explore the underlying needs, and decrease shame and guilt that can sometimes makes these areas difficult to discuss.