Craig McElroy, LMHC, SUDP, BACC
Addiction Medicine Specialist | Addiction Medicine
201 W North River Dr Suite 301 Spokane WA, 99201About
Craig McElroy is a Mental Health Counselor specializing in trauma-informed care, with additional expertise in Addiction Medicine and problem gambling, based in Spokane, WA. He evaluates patients through a variety of evidence-based assessments to determine the most appropriate treatment plans. Craig is committed to supporting individuals and their families through compassionate mental health care, with a focus on healing trauma and improving emotional well-being. While he is experienced in addiction-related issues, his primary focus remains on mental health and trauma recovery.
Education and Training
Walden University MS Clinical Mental Health Coun 2022
City University of Seattle BS Social Services 2019
Spokane Falls Community Colleg AAS Addiction Studies 2015
Provider Details
Craig McElroy, LMHC, SUDP, BACC's Expert Contributions
Can oxycodone become addictive?
Oxycodone can absolutely be addictive if taken over a period of time. It is an opioid drug and as all opioid drugs addiction potential is there. READ MORE
How long does it take for Suboxone to take effect?
The effects of Suboxone on someone who is an opiate withdrawal is generally less than an hour after taking it. It is very fast acting and will pull somebody out of withdrawal very quickly. Get Outlook for Android
Withdrawal
Some people have re ported feeling sick or restlessness after discontinuing cyclozine injections but most report minimal or no symptoms of withdrawal. READ MORE
Can medications cure alcohol addiction?
Medication can assist in the recovery process in some situations, but it needs to be coupled with additional support and treatment to truly be successful long term. READ MORE
Can medications give you a false positive on a drug test?
Many prescription medications can mimic different results in a drug screen, I would need more specific information about her medication to be able to tell you if what she is taking can test positive for fentanyl. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Clinical Supervisor New Horizon Care Center 2017 - 2025
- Owner/ Therapist A Brighter Way Counseling 2023 - Present
- Mental Health Therapist A Brighter Way Counseling, Spokane 2024 - Present
- CLINICAL SUPERVISOR New Horizon Care Centers, Spokane 2022 - 2025
- Problem Gambling Counselor New Horizon Care Center, Spokane 2016 - 2023
- DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELOR Community Detox of Spokane, Spokane 2014 - Present
Professional Memberships
- American Counseling Association
- NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals
- American Society for Leadership and Success
- National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- National Society of Leadership and Success
Treatments
- CBT, DBT, ACT
What do you attribute your success to?
- Always putting the client and their needs first.
Craig McElroy, LMHC, SUDP, BACC's Practice location
A Brighter Way Counseling
201 W North River Dr Suite 301 -Spokane, WA 99201Get Direction
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