Virginia Counseling Services
Mental Health, Drug, & Alcohol Abuse Counseling and Therapy
I'm embarrassed to admit that I only just now remembered that it was Alcohol Awareness Month! It is a time dedicated to increasing public understanding of the dangers of alcohol misuse and promoting …
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LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) has been surrounded by myths for decades, but one question I get constantly is if you take LSD, does it stay in your spinal cord forever? This usually gets followed up …
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For those in recovery, social events can be among the first major challenges faced. While they offer opportunities for connection with friends and family, they can also present triggers that make …
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Alcohol is abused by millions of people worldwide. While many people enjoy a drink socially or to relax, it's important to understand when drinking crosses the line into dangerous …
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There’s tons of misinformation out there about what having a “problem” means. One of my common session discussions deals with trying to educate people about what a drug or alcohol “problem” really …
