Addictions arenât limited to substances. They can also involve behaviors that take over your life, such as gambling, watching pornography, or overusing technology. At Recovery Ways, our process addiction programming is designed to help individuals regain control, restore balance, and build healthier habits. We provide comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to the unique patterns and challenges of behavioral addictions, addressing both the emotional and psychological factors that drive these behaviors.
By focusing on both the underlying causes and the behaviors themselves, our team empowers individuals to reclaim their lives and move forward with confidence, clarity, and lasting change. Get in touch with our intake specialists today to learn how our programs can change your life!
What Is a Process Addiction?
A process addiction, also known as a behavioral addiction, involves compulsive engagement in a behavior despite negative impacts on oneâs health, relationships, or daily life. Unlike substance addictions, process addictions do not involve drugs or alcohol, but the behaviorsâsuch as gambling, shopping, gaming, or internet useâcan activate the brainâs reward system in similar ways, creating strong cravings and loss of control. Over time, these behaviors can interfere with work, family, and social life, and may contribute to emotional distress, anxiety, or depression. Recognizing a process addiction is the first step toward seeking help and developing healthier coping strategies.
Evidence-Based Process Addiction Treatment Options
At Recovery Ways, we provide specialized treatment for process addictions, helping individuals break free from behaviors that have taken control of their lives. Our programs are tailored to address the underlying causes of compulsive behaviors, while teaching practical strategies for managing urges and making healthier choices.
Clients participate in evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and occupational therapy, that focus on building coping skills, improving emotional regulation, and addressing any co-occurring mental health and/or substance use concerns. With the guidance of experienced clinicians, clients learn to identify triggers, develop long-term relapse prevention plans, and rebuild relationships and routines disrupted by addiction. Our process addiction rehab empowers individuals to regain balance, restore control, and create a healthier, more fulfilling life.
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Behavioral Addictions We Treat
Gambling
Compulsive gambling is an uncontrollable urge to place bets, even when it creates serious financial or personal problems. Over time, it can damage relationships, increase stress, and lead to feelings of guilt or shame. Treatment helps individuals regain control, manage impulses, and rebuild stability in their lives.
Pornography
Excessive pornography use can interfere with intimacy, relationships, and daily functioning. Many individuals struggle with secrecy, shame, and compulsive behaviors that feel out of control. Therapy focuses on understanding triggers, developing healthier habits, and restoring balance in personal relationships.
Video Games
Gaming addiction occurs when playing video games dominates a personâs time and priorities, often impacting work, school, or social connections. It can lead to social isolation, disrupted routines, and emotional distress. Our process addiction programming helps individuals set boundaries, build coping skills, and reestablish a healthy balance between gaming and daily life.
Social Media
Compulsive social media use can create a constant need for validation and connection online, often at the expense of real-world relationships and responsibilities. It may contribute to anxiety, depression, and decreased productivity. Recovery Ways helps clients recognize patterns, manage usage, and develop healthier ways to connect and engage.
Shopping
Shopping, or compulsive buying, is characterized by impulsive purchases that create financial strain or emotional distress. Individuals may feel temporary relief or excitement while shopping but regret it later. Treatment focuses on identifying triggers, controlling impulses, and establishing healthy spending habits.
Sex & Love
Addictions related to sex or romantic attachment involve obsessive behaviors that interfere with relationships, emotional health, or daily responsibilities. These patterns often mask deeper emotional needs or unresolved trauma. Therapy addresses the root causes, promotes self-awareness, and helps clients build healthier connections and boundaries.
Break Free From the Cycle of Addiction With Recovery Ways
Recovery Ways is here to help individuals struggling with behavioral addictions regain control and build healthier, more balanced lives. Our evidence-based treatments, personalized therapy, and supportive community provide the tools needed to break compulsive patterns and maintain lasting recovery.
Take the first step toward change today! Contact our team to learn more about our process addiction programs and start your journey to wellness.
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