Faith Based Counseling for Substance Abuse.
Is substance abuse negatively affecting your life? Get support now. Choose to Believe Counseling provides virtual and in-person faith based addiction counseling to individuals, families, and groups.
Individual Counseling
Be heard. Individual counseling allows you to tell your story and get feedback and encouragement tailored just for you.
Family Counseling
Family Counseling is a key step in healing individuals in recovery and their families. Together we can help your family heal.
Life Recovery Group
Our free Life Recovery Group is ongoing and happens every Monday from 6 pm to 8 pm CST. Explore a Bible-based 12-step study program with supportive peers.
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, they are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.
Meet Your Counselor
Substance Abuse Counselor
Hello, I’m Michelle Walzem a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC).
I’m the counselor for Choose to Believe Counseling. My journey to becoming a substance abuse counselor began with my in-patient treatment for substance abuse when I was 19 years old. My own experience taught me the value of individual and group support for recovery. I was shown my path and my life’s passion with the help and grace of God. I believe that God also has a plan for you, and I would like to help you start on your path.
Recovery Program
Recovery Program
Our recovery program follows a ten-week course of study.
Ten Week Curriculum
- What is Recovery?
- Finding my true self
- Healing the family
- Introduction to the 12-Steps journey
- Relapse prevention, education, and maintenance of the recovery lifestyle
Individual Counseling
Be heard. Individual faith-based counseling allows you to tell your story and get feedback and encouragement tailored just for you. Together we can develop new ideas to help you live differently and find peace. I have a curriculum (a course of study) to overcome addictions, that we will discuss in our sessions. Combining individual counseling with our curriculum leads to changes you may not currently believe are possible. I know they are.
Family Counseling
Family Counseling is a key step in healing individuals in recovery and their families. Substance abusers receive help from family counseling because they often hurt their families when abusing. They need to process the guilt related to their actions.
Before, or after, their substance abuse began, their families may have hurt them too. Families living with an active substance abuser may also need support and guidance. When you are ready, to be honest with your counselor and with each other, together we can help your family heal.
Getting Started is Easy
Free Consultation
I understand each step of this journey is difficult and I’m here to help. I’m experienced in counseling individuals, families, and helping with cases involving CPS (Child Protective Services) orders and probation requirements. Visit the Contact page, email me, and I will contact you to schedule a no-obligation consultation.
Book Appointment
Book an appointment today. I offer online appointments for your convenience. Whether you are a new or returning client, I look forward to hearing from you.
1st Session!
Let’s get your first session booked!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are sessions in person or online?
I offer online and in-person sessions. We can schedule sessions via Zoom, on the phone, or we can meet in person. For more information and to schedule an appointment, please go to the contact page and send an email requesting an appointment. Thank you.
How long is your program?
Our recommended individual, addiction counseling program is ten weeks. In my experience, the ten-week program is the ideal beginning of the recovery journey. The ten-week program gives you the tools you need to move forward with confidence.
You can come for fewer sessions if your participation is voluntary. The choice is yours. However, some of my clients are required to complete ten weeks of counseling due to an order related to probation or Child Protective Services (CPS).
What if I don’t believe in God?
You don’t have to believe in God to receive counseling services. This is not a religious program. I believe that anyone can receive help from the counseling process. I offer a safe space for you to share your story, feelings, and challenges, and receive positive and truthful feedback.
Do I have to do the recommended reading and assignments?
If probation or Child Protective Services requires that you attend counseling, you must complete the reading and assignments.
For other clients, reading and assignments are optional. However, I find that when someone invests more time by completing the reading and assignments, they are more successful in recovery than those that only attend the individual counseling sessions.
Everything you are asked to do and read is for your benefit. It’s not like forced homework in a subject you won’t ever need. The subject is you!
Contact Me
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