Drug & Alcohol Counseling in Durango, Colorado
You’re starting to wonder if your relationship with alcohol or other substances isn’t working the way it used to.
Maybe nothing feels “out of control”—
but something feels off.
What used to help you unwind or cope might be starting to take more than it gives back.
You don’t have to hit rock bottom to take a closer look.
If something isn’t working the way it used to, that’s worth paying attention to.
You might be noticing:
You’re drinking or using more than you used to
You’ve tried to cut back, but it’s harder than expected
It’s becoming your go-to way to cope with stress or emotions
It’s starting to affect your relationships, work, or how you feel about yourself
This doesn’t always look like what people think of as “addiction.”
It can also look like…
You get through the day—and rely on alcohol or substances to come down every night
You tell yourself “this is fine,” but something in you isn’t fully convinced
You keep meaning to change it, but the pattern keeps repeating
You feel stuck between “I don’t think this is a big problem” and “I don’t like where this is going”
This doesn’t mean something is wrong with you.
It means something isn’t working the way it used to—and your system is trying to manage more than it can handle on its own.
Therapy isn’t about labeling or forcing change.
It’s about understanding what’s driving the pattern—
and building something that actually works better for you.
What working with Chelsea looks like
Understanding the role substances are playing in your life
Recognizing patterns and what’s underneath them
Learning how to manage stress, anxiety, or emotions without relying on substances
Developing practical tools you can actually use in your daily life
Having someone in your corner who is direct, supportive, and not judging you
Chelsea brings over a decade of experience and specialized training in substance use treatment—but more importantly, she meets you where you are.
“I met Chelsea during a really difficult time in my life. She helped me learn the tools I need for long-term sobriety. I have been sober for over a year now, thanks to her help.”
Approaches we may use:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Practical coping and regulation strategies
Trauma-informed approaches when relevant
If any part of this feels familiar…
Ready to take a closer look?
You don’t have to commit to changing everything.
We’ll start with a conversation and go from there.