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Starting Cannabis use disorder counseling in Cumming

What is cannabis use disorder counseling?

Cannabis use disorder counseling from our Thriveworks therapists in Cumming can help people manage their urges to use cannabis. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their cannabis use disorder, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those that their disorder may stem from, like trauma.

How does cannabis use disorder counseling work?

Cannabis use disorder counseling works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their disorder, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing cannabis use disorder counseling can also help to prevent relapse.

Is cannabis use disorder counseling conducted in person or online?

Cannabis use disorder counseling at Thriveworks Cumming, GA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does cannabis use disorder counseling last?

The length of cannabis use disorder counseling in Cumming depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their disorder, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in cannabis use disorder counseling in the first weeks to months.

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Therapy for Cannabis Use Disorder in Cumming, GA—Forsyth Therapists and Counselors

Thriveworks Cumming in Forsyth County offers treatment for Cannabis Use Disorder. Our counselors understand what it takes to detox from weed and gain control over its use.

If you think you could benefit from therapy for CUD, call today to schedule an appointment or book online to get started.

Cannabis Use and Addiction

DSM-5 defines CUD as pot usage for at least one year during which people have increased daily agitation and decreased daily functioning as measured by the presence of at least two of the following symptoms:

  • Spending substantial time obtaining, ingesting, and recovering from marijuana use.
  • Using more and more weed to experience the same high.
  • Feeling withdrawal symptoms when trying to quit or curb use.
  • Prioritizing weed over job, hygiene, family, school, and friends.
  • Continuing weed use despite harm to oneself, friends, family, or work.
  • Using pot more frequently.
  • Craving weed, even through dreams, images, smells, and obsessive thoughts.
  • Failed attempts to stop or lessen cannabis use.
  • Mixing pot and risky behavior such as driving a car while high.

The official diagnosis for CUD requires a minimum of two symptoms to be present in a person’s life, but the DSM-5 also gives a range for CUD’s severity based upon the total number of symptoms presented.

  1. DSM-5 (305.20 F12.10) Cannabis Use Disorder, Mild: 2-3 Symptoms
  2. DSM-5 (304.30 F12.20) Cannabis Use Disorder, Moderate: 4-5 Symptoms
  3. DSM-5 (304.30 F12.20) Cannabis Use Disorder, Severe: 6+ Symptoms

Treatment for CUD

THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis, is stored in the body through fat cells. Detoxing from cannabis, therefore, may take longer as the body has a harder time cleaning THC from fat cells than if it were water soluble. After detox, some people report experiencing the effects of weed for months after they stopped using it.

As cannabis is cleansed from their system, people may experience depression, insomnia, headaches, nightmares, digestive problems, sweats, and more. A common withdrawal symptom is intense emotional experiences. Some may feel depressed one moment, euphoric the next, then disgusted the next, then they begin the cycle all over again. Feelings may sweep over people, especially if they used cannabis to avoid difficult emotions or experiences.

Therapy has helped many people handle the difficulties of detox. Counseling may equip people with coping skills to survive detox and then resolve the challenging emotions they feel. Treatment for CUD is no quick-fix or silver bullet, but many people are glad they sought out help for their cannabis use. Some of the benefits they experience after treatment include,

  • Restored enjoyment of hobbies and interests
  • Improved memory and concentration
  • Better sleep
  • More money in the bank
  • Better relationships
  • Increased energy
  • Stabilized mood

Scheduling Therapy for CUD at Thriveworks Cumming, GA in Forsyth County

When you schedule therapy at Thriveworks Cumming, GA a scheduling specialist (i.e., a real person) will take your call and set up your appointment. We offer evening and weekend appointments and work with many insurance providers.

We are here for you. Call today or book online to get started.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Cumming accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Cumming
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Thriveworks makes it so easy and convenient for me to be able to participate in talk therapy. With someone who has a very complicated work schedule and a busy lifestyle I never would've started therapy if it had not been for thriveworks openness, and flexibility. Also, my counselor must have been handpicked for me by God himself. She is very knowledgeable and very understanding of my issues!
Read more Thriveworks makes it so easy and convenient for me to be able to participate in talk therapy. With someone who has a very complicated work schedule and a busy lifestyle I never would've started therapy if it had not been for thriveworks openness, and flexibility. Also, my counselor must have been handpicked for me by God himself. She is very knowledgeable and very understanding of my issues!
Heidi Sep 2025
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Hannah is very easy to talk to and does a good job summing up what I've shared and how I'm feeling in a way that feels heard and also helps me clearly grasp how I'm doing.
Terilyn Sep 2025
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I enjoyed her listening and easy to talk to her.
Stacie Sep 2025
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My therapist is very helpful and has given me useful tools to deal with my issues.
Shayne Jun 2025
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My experience with Lisa has been profoundly impactful. She brings a rare combination of clinical expertise, attunement, and genuine care to her work. I have always felt safe, respected, and deeply supported in our sessions. Lisa creates a therapeutic environment that fosters trust, growth, and meaningful change. I'm incredibly grateful for the work we've done together and the insight and compassion she brings to every interaction.
Read more My experience with Lisa has been profoundly impactful. She brings a rare combination of clinical expertise, attunement, and genuine care to her work. I have always felt safe, respected, and deeply supported in our sessions. Lisa creates a therapeutic environment that fosters trust, growth, and meaningful change. I'm incredibly grateful for the work we've done together and the insight and compassion she brings to every interaction.
Charlee Jun 2025
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From scheduling to the therapy sessions I have been able to be stress free and not worried they are so helpful and communicative nothing but amazing experiences
Carmen Jun 2025
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Can you make a feature where I can set my therapist because having to school the list for her every week is really annoying. I just want to see her availability somewhere on my dashboard so that it's clear and easier to set me next appointment
Mitchell Jun 2025
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Jana has been awesome. She understands me and my feelings! She is easy to talk to and she listens! I would highly recommend her to friends.
Tamara Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cumming is located on Southard Trace off of Castleberry Rd. We are next door to Skin By Design, and share a building with 400 North Sports Massage, Farmers Insurance, and Krixi Corporation. Caddyshack Golf Carts of Georgia is directly behind us. If you have trouble finding our office or have any questions about how to get here, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

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(770) 824-3025

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