Begin the Journey of Reclaiming Your
Life From Addiction Today!
Welcome to a place of healing and hope. I'm Dr. Joseph Kirkpatrick, and I specialize in helping individuals overcome the challenges of addiction to find freedom and renewal. Addiction can feel like a relentless battle, but you don't have to face it alone. With decades of expertise and a compassionate approach, I provide personalized therapy that addresses the roots of addiction and paves the way for lasting recovery.
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Whether you're seeking help for the first time or looking to regain your path after a setback, my practice offers a supportive environment where change becomes possible and hope is renewed. Let's start your journey towards a healthier, substance-free life together. Today can be the first day of your new future.
You Can Place Your Addiction in Remission
When I was deeply addicted to drugs and alcohol, the endless cycle of reckless behavior, brief glimpses of hope, and despair when it all started again were all I could see.
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Whatever addiction you or a loved one are fighting, I know what you’re suffering through, and I can help.
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After successful recovery, I've helped countless addicts and their families move toward happier lives. Now, I use my gentle, invitational style Addiction Counseling Program and Interventions to ease addicts into recovery.
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You didn’t land on this page by accident. There’s a new day waiting for you and your family, and I’m here to help you find it.
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If you’re ready for a brighter tomorrow, click below to schedule a free 20-minute appointment call so we can get you on the road to recovery!
Dr. Joseph Kirkpatrick
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Metro Atlanta Addiction Specialist
and Professional Interventionist
Addiction Counseling and Sober Coaching Programs
Whether you are stepping into the world as a graduate from an addiction treatment center or ready to take the first step in leaving your addiction behind, counseling with Dr. Kirkpatrick will give you the tools you need.
Taking the first steps to recovery
If you’re ready to leave your addiction in the past, then addiction counseling can help you prepare for the journey. Dr. Kirkpatrick’s tailored counseling programs will guide you through what you can expect from the treatment.
Make your recovery stick
Moving forward after addiction treatment can be challenging, which is why you should never do it alone. Dr. Kirkpatrick has helped equip countless people to stay clean and sober after treatment and take hold of the future they’ve always wanted.
Full-family addiction counseling
Substance abuse and addiction leave deep wounds on family and friends. Recovery isn’t just for an addict. It’s for everyone that addiction has impacted. Dr. Kirkpatrick’s counseling programs are designed to help everyone pick up the pieces. These counseling programs also equip an addict’s loved ones to help them stay clean through the challenges ahead.
What is addiction counseling like?
As a professional deeply committed to helping others break destructive patterns of behavior, Dr. Kirkpatrick’s methods allow him to play an integral role in motivating clients, holding them accountable, and jump-starting their early recovery.
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Family psychotherapy
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Education
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Tools and skills training
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Codependency breaking
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An overall focus on healing and preparation for the future
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Setting healthy boundaries
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Exploring different pathways to recovery
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Relapse prevention
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Education on the disease of addiction
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General counseling with Dr. Kirkpatrick
Atlanta Addiction Therapy You Can Count On
Facing addiction challenges alone can be tough. Dr. Kirkpatrick is here to offer support as you begin your recovery process.
Contact Dr. Kirkpatrick at (678) 316-3991 or use the button below to confidentially fill out a secure form and share the details of your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a licensed addiction specialist?
A licensed addiction specialist is a trained mental health professional, who helps people overcome their struggles with drugs and alcohol or their addictions to sex, pornography, or any other habit that is negatively impacting their lives.
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Do I have to check into rehab?
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Not necessarily. Addiction treatments look different for everyone. We’ll work together to create a personalized plan to get your life where you want it to be. That may involve some time in an addiction treatment center, or it may simply involve addiction counseling.
Is it impossible to overcome addiction?
No! Millions of people have found new lives after addiction. I’ve helped addicts recover for decades, and I’m confident we can find a solution for you, even if you’ve struggled with your addiction for years.
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What is the first step of drug addiction treatment?
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The first step is the hardest: reaching out and looking for help. But if you’ve come this far, you’re only a call or a click away from completing the first step! Then, we will meet to schedule a free 20-minute appointment to figure out how we can place your addiction in remission together!
Would Counseling Help Your Recovery?
Many people successfully recover from addiction through diligence and with proper support. Being diligent about recovery requires each person to include proven physical, spiritual, and therapeutic interventions in their ongoing recovery plan. Changing habits, remaining abstinent, learning new life skills and resolving the hurts of the past are all components of achieving long term recovery and avoiding relapse.