A Word About Addictive Substances & Behavior
People who engage in addictive substances display compulsive behavior and gradually lose control of their lives. They continue to drink or use drugs even when they know it will lead to negative consequences. They tend to have low self-esteem and almost inevitably suffer from anxiety and or depression.

If someone in your life engages in addictive substances, you have experienced their extreme behavior, ranging from depression to exhilaration. You probably have also experienced their state of denial (“I can quit anytime” or “I don’t have a problem”), you are probably also familiar with their dishonesty, frequent disappointments, and the series of ruined relationships. These are hallmark behaviors when a person engages in addictive substances.

Chronic misuse of substances produce long lasting damage in many areas of brain functioning. The capacity for abstract thinking, problem solving, memory, and physical dexterity are just a few.

Who Is Affected?
Alcoholism, drug addiction and substance abuse affects people from all age groups and economic backgrounds.

Dr. Wykes holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. He is also a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Chemical Dependency Professional in the State of Washington. He has over ten years experience in the mental health, chemical dependency, and domestic violence treatment fields. Dr. Wykes developed the chemical dependency program for ClearView Counseling and all treatment is provided by him or under his supervision. It is the goal of Clearview to provide quality treatment. Dr. Wykes decided to operate ClearView at Fountaingate Psychological and Family Services because they have been providing competent psychological services in Marysville and Snohomish County communities for over twelve years.