Walden/Sierra is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been serving Southern Maryland since 1973 through crisis services, counseling and substance abuse treatment.
As part of our commitment to providing community-based services to individuals, couples and families, we have d eveloped a strong network of partnerships with local schools, community agencies and the judicial system.


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Do I Have a Substance/Alcohol Problem?

Warning signs include:

Financial problems due to drinking or drug use.

Feeling bad or guilty about drug or alcohol use.

Getting into fights while under the influence.

Seeking out people and places apart from my family and friends when I want to drink or use.

Losing friends or relationships due to drug or alcohol use.

Neglecting friends, family and relationships to drink or use.

Getting into trouble with the law over by drug or alcohol use.

Having problems at work or even losing a job due to drug or alcohol use.

Abusing prescription drugs

Trying to stop drinking or using drugs, feeling sick, or being unable to stop

Forgetting what happened and what I did while under the influence

Using drugs or alcohol to make myself feel better or escape from problems

Loss of ambition since I started drinking or using

Craving a drink or a drug at a specific time of day

The desire to drink or use drugs has made me careless of my welfare or of the welfare of those I love.

If any of these indicators apply to you, you might be worried
about problem drinking or substance abuse.

Confidential assessment and treatment options offered at Walden
301-863-6661
24-hour hotline

Walk-in and appointment options available!

Find help for today and hope for tomorrow.



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