Substance Abuse
Cannabis can become a problem when it interferes with motivation, relationships, mood, or responsibilities—and feels hard to stop. Treatment supports healthier coping, routine, and long-term balance.
Cannabis use can become problematic when it interferes with motivation, mood, relationships, or responsibilities—and feels hard to stop despite negative consequences. Some people experience cannabis as calming. Others notice increased anxiety, emotional blunting, or a “stuck” routine over time.
People may use cannabis to cope with anxiety, sleep issues, boredom, or emotional pain. Over time, that coping strategy can crowd out healthier options.
Treatment supports coping skills, emotion regulation, and accountability—helping you build routines that work without relying on cannabis. Recovery often includes replacing the role cannabis played (sleep aid, stress relief, social lubricant) with skills that provide real long-term relief.
Many people use cannabis for anxiety or sleep. Over time, some notice more anxiety, reduced motivation, or disrupted sleep quality. In recovery, building sleep routine and anxiety coping skills is often a major focus—so stopping doesn’t feel like losing your only relief.
Early cannabis recovery often improves with structure and replacement habits.
If you or someone you love needs help, we can walk you through next steps and build a plan that fits your situation.
Educational information only; not medical advice. If you feel unsafe or at risk of harming yourself or others, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.