Health & Wellbeing

Substance Abuse

 

Substance use counselors advise people who struggle with alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems. They provide treatment and support to help people recover from addiction or modify problem behaviors.

Substance abuse counseling involves:

  • Identifying the underlying causes of addiction
  • Developing coping strategies
  • Providing relapse prevention techniques
  • Understanding habit formation
  • Identifying triggers
  • Engaging in effective communication
  • Improving life skills

Edelman Substance Abuse and Mental Health Support
Contact information to schedule an appointment:
Ryan Funk, BA, CADC-III    
mobile: 213-364-3965  
email: rfunk@dmh.lacounty.gov