- Stress, especially sudden life stresses
- Cues in the environment, like visiting a neighborhood
- Social networks, like spending time with friends who continue to use drugs
These things can create a strong ongoing urge to use again. Counseling helps you escape cravings and learn to manage what life throws at you without drugs. At Crossroads, we offer on-site counseling with our professional counseling staff.
Frequently Asked Questions, Substance Abuse Counseling in Baton Rouge and Gonzales
Does Crossroads Recovery Center offer professional counseling for addiction in Baton Rouge?
Yes. Crossroads Recovery Center of Louisiana provides individual professional counseling for substance use disorders at our Baton Rouge location at 4626 Sherwood Common Blvd, Suite 402, and our Gonzales location at 826 W Hwy 30. Counseling is available alongside medication-assisted treatment and ambulatory detox, and through Geaux 2 Recovery telehealth for eligible patients in surrounding Louisiana parishes.
What does substance abuse counseling at Crossroads Recovery Center involve?
Professional counseling at Crossroads Recovery Center addresses the psychological and behavioral dimensions of addiction ,including underlying causes of substance use, emotional and situational triggers, co-occurring mental health conditions, and relapse prevention planning. Counseling works in coordination with your MAT or detox plan so that behavioral and medical treatment reinforce each other throughout recovery.
Does Crossroads Recovery Center treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside addiction?
Yes. Crossroads Recovery Center's counseling approach addresses co-occurring conditions, including depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders, that frequently accompany substance use disorder. Treating only the addiction without addressing underlying mental health conditions is one of the most common reasons for relapse, and Crossroads counselors are trained to work with patients navigating both.
Is addiction counseling available via telehealth in Louisiana?
Yes. Individual counseling is available through Geaux 2 Recovery, the telehealth service line powered by Crossroads Recovery Center, for eligible adults in East Baton Rouge, Ascension, Livingston, West Baton Rouge, Iberville, St. James, Assumption, Pointe Coupee, and East Feliciana parishes. One in-person visit is required every six months. Call 225-744-8111 to confirm telehealth eligibility for your location.
Does Medicaid cover addiction counseling at Crossroads Recovery Center?
MAT and outpatient treatment including counseling may be covered by Medicaid or commercial insurance depending on your plan and eligibility. Louisiana Medicaid patients may qualify for free or low-cost treatment through our partnership with LSU Health New Orleans. Call 225-744-8111 to verify coverage before your first appointment.
Do I need to be on MAT to receive counseling at Crossroads Recovery Center?
How do I start professional counseling at Crossroads Recovery Center in Baton Rouge or Gonzales?
Call 225-744-8111 (Baton Rouge) or 225-390-1238 (Gonzales), text 225-955-2118, or schedule online at crossroadsrecoveryla.com/schedule. Your first appointment includes a confidential assessment that determines the right combination of counseling, MAT, and other services for your specific situation.
