Edge Counseling: Empowering You to Overcome Addiction
At Edge Counseling, we understand that addressing addiction and seeking recovery can be challenging, especially for individuals who are living at home, juggling a full-time job, or attending school. That's why we have designed our Edge Counseling program specifically to cater to these unique circumstances, providing addiction resources that fit seamlessly into your daily life.
What Sets Edge Counseling Apart?
Our program recognizes the importance of providing support and resources that are both accessible and flexible. We believe that recovery should not be an obstacle to living a fulfilling life, but rather a catalyst for personal growth and empowerment. Here's what you can expect when you embark on your journey with Edge Counseling:
Tailored Support: Our experienced and compassionate counselors will work closely with you to create an individualized plan that aligns with your specific needs and goals. We understand that everyone's journey is unique, and we are committed to providing personalized attention, guidance, and support throughout the recovery process.
Convenient Scheduling: We recognize daily life demands, whether managing a full-time job or balancing school commitments. That's why our program offers flexible scheduling options, including early morning sessions, to ensure you can receive the support you need without disrupting your routine.
Comprehensive Resources: Edge Counseling provides a wide range of addiction resources to help you navigate your path to recovery. We offer the tools and knowledge necessary for sustained healing, from evidence-based counseling techniques to psychoeducational workshops. Our program also incorporates strategies for stress management, relapse prevention, and building healthy coping mechanisms.
Virtual Support: We understand that not everyone can reach a physical location. That's why we offer virtual counseling sessions, allowing you to receive support from the comfort of your own space. Our secure virtual platform ensures your privacy and confidentiality, allowing you to connect with our expert counselors no matter where you are located.
Ongoing Support: Recovery is a lifelong journey, and we are committed to being with you every step of the way. Our program offers ongoing support even after you have completed the initial stages of recovery. We provide relapse prevention strategies, regular check-ins, and access to a vibrant community of individuals who have faced similar challenges and are dedicated to supporting one another's journeys.
Begin Your Journey Today
If you are living at home, have a full-time job, or are attending school, Edge Counseling is here to support you on your path to overcoming substance use. Take the first step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life by contacting us to schedule an initial assessment. Let our dedicated team of professionals empower you to achieve lasting recovery while maintaining your responsibilities and pursuing your goals. At Edge Counseling, we believe in your potential for transformation and are committed to walking alongside you on your journey to success.
Hi, I’m Melissa
As a dedicated and compassionate Certified Substance Abuse Counselor in Idaho and Oregon, I am committed to accompanying you toward achieving long-term sobriety. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach; I understand this path is unique for each person and requires a personalized approach.
I earned my Substance Abuse Counselor certification from the esteemed Idaho Board of Alcohol/Drug Counselor Certification (IBADCC), The Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon, a bachelor’s in psychology from Waldorf University, and am currently pursuing my master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with the University of Louisiana at Monroe.
With over a decade of experience in social services and later the counseling profession, I have worked with various populations, from teenagers to adults, and have supported individuals through many stages of recovery. My experience in both outpatient and partial hospitalization settings has allowed me to gain a deep appreciation for the unique challenges you face on your journey to sobriety.
What can you get out of our sessions together, you may ask? You’ll find it is a form of non-directive talk therapy that empowers you to take an active role in your recovery journey; in other words, you will have a compassionate listener in a safe space to self-explore.
I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and I am exploring the opportunities offered by working in the spirit of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I look forward to walking alongside you on this journey!
My Approach
Various therapeutic techniques are employed during group and individual sessions to facilitate healing and recovery. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing (MI), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are among the evidence-based approaches utilized. These therapeutic modalities help individuals identify underlying emotional triggers and distorted thought patterns associated with substance abuse. By challenging these negative beliefs and learning new coping skills, participants can develop healthier habits and make positive life changes.
COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY
An approach that collaboratively works with you to identify and modify the negative thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that may be contributing to drug or alcohol use by challenging these beliefs and replacing them with more realistic and adaptive thoughts that gradually shift your mindset towards a more positive and recovery-oriented perspective by exploration of behavior patterns and triggers that lead to substance use. Through self-monitoring and behavioral experiments, you will learn to identify and modify the situational factors that influence substance use, including high-risk environments or social networks. By developing effective strategies and skills for dealing with cravings and avoiding relapse, you will gain increased control over impulses and actions. Empowering you to break free from the cycle of addiction and build a foundation for long-lasting recovery.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
An action-oriented approach that integrates elements from traditional behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. This therapeutic approach empowers you to confront inner emotions without avoidance, denial, or struggle and to acknowledge that your feelings are valid responses to specific situations. Through acceptance, you are encouraged to embrace difficulties and make meaningful changes in behavior, irrespective of life circumstances and emotional reactions. Empowering you to cultivate a greater sense of resilience and move forward in your life with purpose and intention.
Motivational interviewing
A collaborative, person-centered approach to counseling that aims to evoke your intrinsic motivation to bring about positive change in your behavior. MI recognizes that meaningful change is more likely to occur when you are internally motivated and ready to make a shift in your life. Instead of imposing advice or solutions, my role as a counselor in motivational interviewing is to guide you through self-exploration, helping you resolve ambivalence and elicit your own motivations and goals. Recognizing that you possess your unique set of strengths, abilities, and resources, which can be tapped into to stimulate change, empowers you to claim ownership of your decisions and actions that lead to sustainable positive change.
Dialectical behavior therapy
A collaborative approach provides support, validation, and guidance throughout the treatment process, emphasizing the development of mindfulness skills to increase awareness of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors without judgment. Mindfulness allows you to observe cravings, triggers, and other vulnerabilities associated with substance abuse, helping you build resilience and make healthier choices. DBT teaches specific coping strategies that will support you in navigating distressing situations without resorting to substance abuse. These techniques include self-soothing activities, seeking support, and finding healthy distractions.