Understanding Substance Abuse Disorders

Substance abuse disorders, involving the harmful use of drugs or alcohol, affect many in the Greater Ontario area, where economic stressors, social pressures, and cultural stigma can fuel addiction. These conditions often co-occur with mental health issues, making outpatient clinics with a dual diagnosis focus vital for providing integrated treatment for drug and alcohol addiction. At Urgent Care Plus, our walk-in mental health clinic, staffed by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), offers same-day support for mild to moderate substance abuse symptoms through rapid assessments and brief interventions, stabilizing clients for release or referring them to appropriate care, such as a hospital emergency department for severe cases.

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction, or substance use disorder involving illicit or prescription drugs, is characterized by compulsive use despite harmful consequences, often leading to physical, emotional, and social challenges. In the Inland Empire, where stressors like financial instability can exacerbate substance use, symptoms like cravings or withdrawal can disrupt daily life. Urgent Care Plus provides walk-in crisis counseling and motivational interviewing to address acute drug-related distress, helping clients stabilize for same-day release or referring those with severe symptoms, such as overdose risk, for immediate medical evaluation.

Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder, involves excessive drinking that impairs health, relationships, or responsibilities, often accompanied by tolerance, withdrawal, or binge drinking. In Ontario’s diverse communities, cultural and economic factors may contribute to problematic alcohol use. At Urgent Care Plus, our LCSW offers rapid assessments and brief therapeutic strategies, such as coping skills for managing cravings, during walk-in visits to stabilize clients with mild to moderate symptoms, with referrals to emergency departments for severe cases requiring medical detoxification or further intervention.

If you or a loved one are experiencing substance abuse symptoms that feel overwhelming, don’t wait to seek help. Visit Urgent Care Plus in Ontario for immediate, walk-in mental health support. Our Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides rapid assessments and brief interventions to stabilize your symptoms, helping you get back on track or guiding you to the right care. Walk in today. No appointment needed, to take the first step toward feeling better.