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Discover how starting therapy with a substance abuse counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Starting Substance abuse counseling

What is substance abuse counseling?

Substance abuse counseling can help people manage their urges to use the substance they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their substance abuse from relationship issues to problems at work as well as those that their addiction may stem from like trauma.

How does substance abuse counseling work?

Thriveworks substance abuse counseling in Toms River, NJ works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their substance abuse, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing substance abuse counseling can also help to prevent relapse.

Is substance abuse counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks substance abuse counseling in Toms River, NJ is conducted both in person and through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does substance abuse counseling last?

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

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Substance Abuse Counseling in Toms River, NJ (Ocean County)

Toms River addiction counselors at Thriveworks understand the steep, slippery slope of addiction and we want to make it abundantly clear: you are not weak or broken for struggling with drug or alcohol use. There is so much out of control in our lives, but one thing is consistently in our realm: healing.

Only you can make the decision to start down the path of healing. Toms River substance abuse counseling is here to make that path as easy and productive as possible. We will support, encourage, and help you, but only you can make that first call. For more information or to schedule an appointment today, call Thriveworks in Toms River at 732-852-4977.

What Are the Effects of Addiction and Substance Abuse?

The long-term effects of drugs and alcohol are scary, so they can be hard to accept. Afterall, drugs and alcohol feel so good in the moment. They’re a welcome reprieve. But that reprieve has negative consequences stretching far into the future.

Some of the negative effects addiction and substance abuse can have include:

  • Cravings for the drug/alcohol continue throughout day
  • Unsustainable or reckless spending patterns; financial strains
  • Painful physical reactions to withdrawal (headache, anxiety, inability to sleep or oversleeping, muscle aches)
  • Changes in social patterns or groups
  • Lying or being secretive
  • Unable to feel happy or safe without a drug or alcohol high
  • Mood changes
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia
  • Physical health problems such as cancer, heart disease, or skin disease

It’s all too easy to get sucked into the trap of substance abuse, and it feels nearly impossible to break out. The good news is twofold: it’s not impossible, thousands of people have done it before, and you don’t have to do it alone! Thriveworks in Toms River is excited to meet you and start creating a future you’re excited for.

What Does Substance Abuse Counseling Look Like?

It will also take professionalism and researched therapeutic techniques to overcome a struggle with substance abuse, and that’s what we are here for! Some common practices and topics we might discuss in Toms River substance abuse therapy include:

  • Addressing the root need or desire behind using drugs.
  • Identifying and building a support system.
  • Connecting to your passions, goals, and reasons for quitting drugs.
  • Finding healthy coping mechanisms or alternative behavior to drug use.
  • Working through any co-morbid anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, or other mental health concerns that might come with substance abuse.
  • Creating a future plan that excites and motivates you.

Schedule Substance Abuse Counseling at Thriveworks Toms River

Your future is still out there, just waiting to be discovered. And the current you deserve the absolute best- no excuses! Substance abuse is a cheap lie of the best you can do- you are worth so much more than a couple of feel-good highs. So, no matter where on the path of recovery you are, know that you deserve complete healing and freedom. Toms River substance abuse counselors are here to help you get there.

To schedule an appointment or get more information, call us at 732-852-4977.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Toms River therapists and counselors accept 29 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth New Jersey

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS - HMO

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Self-pay costs at Toms River
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.0 Learn about verified reviews
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My therapist is Lesley Petersen and I have been a patient of hers for about four months now. She has been helping me through a stressful situation that I have been going through. I would recommend her because she is easy to talk to and non-judgmental.
Read more My therapist is Lesley Petersen and I have been a patient of hers for about four months now. She has been helping me through a stressful situation that I have been going through. I would recommend her because she is easy to talk to and non-judgmental.
Danielle Feb 2024
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awfully. Goes on vacation for two weeks. Double books me. Calls me one minute before our scheduled meeting time. Says the other person is inside the office and cannot see me. says to me I will call me that night and then says to me via a text message that I will call in the morning. Calls me at 11:am. We have our session where she keeps adding restrictions on me and says "it's nothing personal". Speaks very low that I cannot hear.Tells me she sees 50 people weekly and cannot talk on the phone.
Read more awfully. Goes on vacation for two weeks. Double books me. Calls me one minute before our scheduled meeting time. Says the other person is inside the office and cannot see me. says to me I will call me that night and then says to me via a text message that I will call in the morning. Calls me at 11:am. We have our session where she keeps adding restrictions on me and says "it's nothing personal". Speaks very low that I cannot hear.Tells me she sees 50 people weekly and cannot talk on the phone.
Martin Jan 2024
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I will tell everybody I know not to use thrive works.
Mark Dec 2023
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Robin is incredible. She is kind, compassionate, empathic, and extremely patient. She provided me with a safe environment that allowed me to vent comfortably. Robin was extremely helpful and provided me with excellent coping mechanisms that I will carry and use daily. She is truly extraordinary!
Read more Robin is incredible. She is kind, compassionate, empathic, and extremely patient. She provided me with a safe environment that allowed me to vent comfortably. Robin was extremely helpful and provided me with excellent coping mechanisms that I will carry and use daily. She is truly extraordinary!
Toms River Apr 2022
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★★★★★
Robin made me feel so comfortable and it was easy to ease into change.
Toms River Apr 2022
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Thriveworks is great and really cares for clients, I fully recommend them! And I honestly cannot say enough good things about Sharon Ryan. I never feel wrong, crazy, or judged while speaking with her. She is so comforting and provides excellent, accurate insights. I really appreciate her interest and understanding as well as her flexibility for appointments. I’ve been struggling with losing interest in hobbies that I once loved. With Sharon’s help, I’ve developed new interests I’ve always wanted to try and expanded my horizons. Thank you so much, truly, from the bottom of my heart!
Read more Thriveworks is great and really cares for clients, I fully recommend them! And I honestly cannot say enough good things about Sharon Ryan. I never feel wrong, crazy, or judged while speaking with her. She is so comforting and provides excellent, accurate insights. I really appreciate her interest and understanding as well as her flexibility for appointments. I’ve been struggling with losing interest in hobbies that I once loved. With Sharon’s help, I’ve developed new interests I’ve always wanted to try and expanded my horizons. Thank you so much, truly, from the bottom of my heart!
Toms River Feb 2022
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★★★★★
I recommend checking out Thriveworks to find a mental health care provider that can suit your needs. The owners are sweet, genuine people who make it their mission to help others by connecting therapists and those who want a little guidance. Your mental health is important (especially these days) and you don't need to being in a crisis to see a therapist! In fact, its better to seek out a therapist before you can't cope on your own.
Read more I recommend checking out Thriveworks to find a mental health care provider that can suit your needs. The owners are sweet, genuine people who make it their mission to help others by connecting therapists and those who want a little guidance. Your mental health is important (especially these days) and you don't need to being in a crisis to see a therapist! In fact, its better to seek out a therapist before you can't cope on your own.
Toms River Jan 2021
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★★★★★
If you're looking for counseling, this is definitely the place to go!
Toms River Dec 2020
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Toms River is located inside Allen Street Professional Center, between Water Street and Wilsey Way. Across Allen Street, you'll find Gallipoli Wealth Management. Our building is just around the corner from Huddy Park.

Phone number

(732) 795-5217

Languages spoken by NJ providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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