Prometa focuses on the underlying physiology of addiction and targets the specific receptors in the brain that research has shown to play a role in the disease process.  Prometa is also designed to address the physical symptoms of dependence like drug cravings, withdrawal, and anxiety.  The counseling component helps to address the psychological issues involved in addiction.  It has been shown in the research that combining medical therapies with counseling improves the outcome greatly.  Behavioral therapy is designed to help patients develop skills and habits that can improve relationships, increase productivity at work and improve health and mood.

• Understand the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and actions
• Learn ways to be more comfortable in situations they would normally associate with drinking or using drugs (For example:
• Develop support resources
• Learn new ways to handle feelings such as loneliness, boredom, anxiety, anger, and stress