Substance abuse, also referred to as substance use disorder, is a chronic pattern of using drugs or alcohol in a way that negatively affects your life. It can impact your work, relationships, physical health, and emotional well-being. You might find yourself using more than intended, struggling to stop, or relying on substances to manage stress or escape painful emotions. People from all walks of life can experience this struggle. It’s more common than you think, and it’s nothing to be ashamed of.

At Westside Behavioral Care, our therapists work collaboratively with you to understand what’s driving your substance use and develop a personalized treatment plan. Many clients benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to recognize and change unhelpful patterns, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to regulate emotions and improve impulse control. For those with trauma histories, EMDR can help process painful memories. We also incorporate mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention techniques to help you build confidence and move toward long-term healing and stability.

We offer therapy both in person throughout the Greater Denver Area, including Aurora, Arvada, Lakewood, Boulder, and Littleton, and online across Colorado. All Westside therapists are in-network with Kaiser Permanente, and many are also contracted with other insurance providers to make care more accessible. No matter where you are in your recovery journey, help is available, and you don’t have to go through it alone.