Will my therapist judge me for what I’ve used or how much?
No. Our entire approach is built on the premise that shame is not a therapeutic tool. You will not be lectured, pressured, or made to feel bad for where you are. Full stop.[...]
FAQ Category: Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
Does Freesia work with clients who are also on medication-assisted treatment (MAT)?
Yes. We support clients using MAT (such as buprenorphine or naltrexone) and can coordinate with prescribers when appropriate. Therapy and MAT together produce better outcomes than either alone.[...]
What if I’m using multiple substances?
Polysubstance use is common, and our therapists are trained to work with it. We’ll help you understand the patterns, the risks, and what harm reduction looks like given your specific situation.[...]
Who is a good fit for online therapy with Freesia — is it only for people already in recovery?
Online therapy is for anyone who wants support — whether you’re questioning your substance use for the first time, exploring moderation or reduction, in early recovery, or have been living with addiction or co-occurring mental health issues for years. If [...]
What therapeutic approaches do you use for addiction and substance use disorder?
Our clinicians draw from evidence-based and client-centered modalities — including Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — to help you identify patterns, manage cravings and triggers, build coping skills, regulate emotions, and [...]
How does online therapy work — will it feel private, safe, and confidential? Does it actually work?
Yes. Our services are delivered via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth (video sessions), and you can join from the privacy of your home — whether you’re in a city or a rural area. Telehealth removes many common barriers to care (like travel, [...]
What kinds of substance use and addiction concerns do you treat?
We work with a wide range of concerns: alcohol or drug dependence, prescription misuse, binge drinking or chronic overuse, relapse prevention, co-occurring mental health issues (like anxiety, depression, or trauma), impulsivity or emotional dysregulation, shame, isolation, family or codependency issues, [...]
Do I need to be ready to quit completely before I start therapy?
No — with Freesia Therapy Collective, you don’t have to commit to sobriety before beginning. Our approach includes harm reduction, which means we’ll work with whatever your goals are: reducing use, improving safety, managing triggers, or exploring change at your [...]