Work Addiction

What work addiction (workaholic) issues evaluation and treatment means

• A holistic approach: We delve deep to understand the root causes of your work addiction, offering a pathway to balance and well-being.

• Tailored solutions: Recognizing that every individual is unique, we craft personalized treatment plans that cater specifically to your needs and lifestyle.

When to seek help

Consider our services if you or a loved one:

• You find work consuming your thoughts and time disproportionately.

• You experience strain in your personal relationships due to work.

• You suffer from physical or mental health issues as a result of overworking.

In a world where we must all work hard to survive and provide for our loved ones, and where we derive satisfaction from meaningful work, we understand that dedication to work can sometimes cross the line into addiction. So, we're dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of work addiction.

With our comprehensive approach, we aim not just to treat but to transform lives.

Your journey away from workaholism begins here

Work can sometimes be very tricky. It gives with one hand and takes away with the other. It gives you money and takes away your time. It offers you wealth and steals your happiness.

Mouloud Benzadi

Recognizing work addiction: Situations, behaviors, and clinical terminologies

Work addiction can manifest in various ways, significantly impacting mental health and daily life. Here are signs to watch for:

1. Compulsive overworking: The inability to disconnect from work, feeling a constant urge to be working.

2. Neglect of personal relationships: Prioritizing work over significant relationships and personal commitments.

3. Chronic stress and burnout: Experiencing prolonged periods of stress, leading to burnout and related health issues.

4. Feelings of guilt when not working: The persistent nagging feeling that one should always be productive.

5. Withdrawal symptoms: Feeling anxious, restless, or depressed when not working.

Our evaluation and treatment process

Our approach to evaluation and treatment is thorough and supportive:

• Initial assessment: A comprehensive review of your work habits, mental health, and lifestyle.

• Personalized treatment planning: Creating a tailored plan that may include therapy, lifestyle adjustments, and coping strategies.

• Ongoing support and adjustment: Regular check-ins to monitor progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed.

Our Aims and Objectives

1. Restore balance: Help you find a healthier work-life balance.

2. Improve relationships: Support you in rebuilding and strengthening personal relationships.

3. Enhance well-being: Promote overall mental, physical, and emotional health.

Our SMART Goals Defined

• Our goals are Specific (tailored to your needs), Measurable (with clear benchmarks for progress), Achievable (realistic and manageable), Relevant (aligned with your personal mental health goals), and Time-bound (with scheduled reviews to assess progress).
  

You didn’t come this far to stop.

Believe you can, and you're halfway there.

Theodore Roosevelt

The benefits of our work addiction (workaholic) issues treatment program

• Expert care: Access to a team of professionals specialized in work addiction.

• Comprehensive support: A range of services from therapy to lifestyle counseling.

• Lasting change: Tools and strategies for long-term well-being and balance.

Take the first step toward liberating yourself from the shackles of compulsive working

At the Joy of Life Clinic, we understand that work addiction is more than just a habit; it's a complex interplay of mental health, lifestyle, and coping mechanisms. That's why we're dedicated to offering a supportive, comprehensive, and personalized approach to help you regain control, find balance, and live a more fulfilling life. With our expert team, evidence-based practices, and compassionate care, we're here to guide you through every step of the journey toward recovery.

Let us help you rediscover the joy of living beyond work.

Join us on this journey to balance and well-being. Your first step to a healthier, more balanced life starts here.

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Psychiatric evaluation and management

• Case management (psychiatric/mental health)

• Court services (psychiatric/mental health reports)

• Medication management

• Psychiatric and mental health evaluation

• Other psychiatric and mental health reports.
  

Substance Abuse

• Alcohol addiction

• Coffee or stimulant addiction

• Drugs addiction (Cocaine, Marijuana, Heroin, Meth, etc.)

• Food or soda addiction

• Smoking, tobacco, or vaping addiction

• Opioids, painkillers, or prescription medicines addiction

Unhealthy Habits & Addiction

• Gambling or gaming addiction

• Internet and computer addiction

• Sexual addiction or disorder

• Shopping and spending addiction

• Work addiction (Workaholism)

• Other addiction issues.

• Abuse/Trauma

• Adjustment issues

• Anger issues

• Antisocial/deviant behavior

• Anxiety/stress

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Autism

• Body image problems

• Bipolar disorder

• Compulsive stealing (Kleptomania)

• Crisis intervention

• Depression

• Eating disorders

• Eating disorder - Anorexia Nervosa,

• Eating disorder - Binge Eating,

• Eating disorder - Bulimia Nervosa,

• Eating disorder - Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

• Family conflict

• Imposter syndrome (Self-imposter disorder)

• Intellectual development/learning disability

• Lying disorders (Compulsive lying and Pathological lying)

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)

• Paranoia

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Psychosis

• Self-esteem issues

• Schizophrenia

• Sleep problems (sleep disorder, insomnia)

• Trauma

• Women’s Issues

• Other psychiatric and mental health issues
  

We also provide these administrative services

Here're addiction problems we treat

• Nutrition/vitamin treatment

• Stomach reduction assessment/evaluation

• Weight management

• General health education (individual and group lessons)

• Other nutrition and weight management services.
  

And we provide nutrition and weight management services to make your well-being even more complete

Don't let life's challenges define you—or your loved one—we are here to help you overcome and thrive!

Here're psychosocial and psychosomatic issues we treat

We operate under the laws and regulations of the State of Maryland as a Maryland outpatient clinic.

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OUR PHILOSOPHY

Solutions, not judgement

We are committed to you and your loved ones; we admire your courage in seeking help and we respond with unwavering support and personalized treatment.

Our compassionate care is aimed at healing and growth, breaking down mental health barriers, and celebrating positive change. Together, we'll journey towards wellness, guided by empathy and expertise.