What do you use to get through your day?
We all have ways of coping with life. Some individuals eat, and eat, and eat in order to satisfy an emptiness of joy or fulfillment. Others spend money they don’t really have in an effort to obtain inner happiness. 
Still, others seek contentment through substances of various types.
September is National Recovery Month. If you, or a friend, could use help in kicking an addiction, this is a great time to start!
SAMHSA — Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is an organization that provides a national helpline for those coping with the devastating effects of substance abuse.
Information on the SAMHSA website is also helpful. Below are several points from their site for your quick reference.
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What is SAMHSA’s National Helpline?
SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.
Also, visit the online treatment locators.
What are the hours of operation?
The service is open 24/7, 365 days a year.
What languages are available?
English and Spanish are available if you select the option to speak with a national representative.
How many calls do you receive?
In the first quarter of 2018, the Helpline received an average of 68,683 calls per month. This is an increase from 2017, with an average monthly call volume of 67,949 or 815,390 total calls for the year.
Do I need health insurance to receive this service?
The referral service is free of charge. If you have no insurance or are underinsured, we will refer you to your state office, which is responsible for state-funded treatment programs. In addition, we can often refer you to facilities that charge on a sliding fee scale or accept Medicare or Medicaid. If you have health insurance, you are encouraged to contact your insurer for a list of participating health care providers and facilities.
Will my information be kept confidential?
The service is confidential. We will not ask you for any personal information. We may ask for your zip code or other pertinent geographic information in order to track calls being routed to other offices or to accurately identify the local resources appropriate to your needs.
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FOR COUNSELING HELP IN SUMNER COUNTY, TN
The BabbCenter for Counseling in Hendersonville, Tennessee provides counseling for those suffering from debilitating addictions to substances.
Dr. DeAndrea Witherspoon Nash and Lorraine Looney are two of our licensed professional counselors who specialize in substance abuse recovery.
To schedule an appointment with any of our therapists at The BabbCenter for Counseling, call 615-824-3772.