Addiction Therapists in Newhall, CA

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Dr. Lawrence J. Martin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are having difficulties managing: Anger, Attention, Mood/Anxiety, Substance Use, Health Issues/Chronic Pain.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience in the field. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them get back in balance, feel and act more like themselves, to feel empowered and better able to effectively manage their lives. I help people to feel more in control over their circumstances: their own thoughts and feelings, their relationships, and their responsibilities. My approach to therapy is client and family centered, warm, nonjudgmental, solution-focused, and strength-based.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are having difficulties managing: Anger, Attention, Mood/Anxiety, Substance Use, Health Issues/Chronic Pain.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience in the field. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them get back in balance, feel and act more like themselves, to feel empowered and better able to effectively manage their lives. I help people to feel more in control over their circumstances: their own thoughts and feelings, their relationships, and their responsibilities. My approach to therapy is client and family centered, warm, nonjudgmental, solution-focused, and strength-based.
(818) 660-1751 View (818) 660-1751
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Elvira Martin del Campo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
Hi, my name is Elvira Martin del Campo, I'm a licensed MFT. I'm Bilingual and Bicultural in English and Spanish. I've been a therapist for 32 years working with diverse clients who had substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, Trauma/PTSD. I have extensive experience working with individuals and families with issues including substance abuse, loss, grief, trauma, LGBTQ+, HIV/AIDS, and other challenging life events. I like to work with my clients to build their strengths while recognizing the impact that trauma, history of abuse, attachment wounds, sadness, anxiety, grief, and addiction have had on them.
Hi, my name is Elvira Martin del Campo, I'm a licensed MFT. I'm Bilingual and Bicultural in English and Spanish. I've been a therapist for 32 years working with diverse clients who had substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, Trauma/PTSD. I have extensive experience working with individuals and families with issues including substance abuse, loss, grief, trauma, LGBTQ+, HIV/AIDS, and other challenging life events. I like to work with my clients to build their strengths while recognizing the impact that trauma, history of abuse, attachment wounds, sadness, anxiety, grief, and addiction have had on them.
(559) 345-9637 View (559) 345-9637
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Melissa Cachopo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
Struggles that I work closely with are; depression, anxiety, substance use, understanding and exploring one's identity, along with helping you accept yourself for who you are, while working towards specific goals.
Hello, my name is Melissa Cachopo, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is helping you identify who you are by learning to put yourself first. This is a key proponent to my therapeutic process, as it allows you to learn and grow through your life. I take on an approach that includes care and empathy, along with direct support, to help you reach your identified goals.
Struggles that I work closely with are; depression, anxiety, substance use, understanding and exploring one's identity, along with helping you accept yourself for who you are, while working towards specific goals.
Hello, my name is Melissa Cachopo, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is helping you identify who you are by learning to put yourself first. This is a key proponent to my therapeutic process, as it allows you to learn and grow through your life. I take on an approach that includes care and empathy, along with direct support, to help you reach your identified goals.
(951) 379-3273 View (951) 379-3273
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Joseph Ryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
My parents once asked me how I would describe my view of life in one sentence, and I replied that my philosophy was "I don't know." I felt ashamed of using that phrase, but I now believe it was not a weak answer, just an incomplete thought. As a therapist for more than two decades, "I don't know" has now expanded into words I often use with clients I have the privilege to work with: "I don't know exactly what you have experienced, but I want to know. And I want to use all of my skills-empathy, insight, and knowledge among them-so that we can figure out together how to make your life better for you."
My parents once asked me how I would describe my view of life in one sentence, and I replied that my philosophy was "I don't know." I felt ashamed of using that phrase, but I now believe it was not a weak answer, just an incomplete thought. As a therapist for more than two decades, "I don't know" has now expanded into words I often use with clients I have the privilege to work with: "I don't know exactly what you have experienced, but I want to know. And I want to use all of my skills-empathy, insight, and knowledge among them-so that we can figure out together how to make your life better for you."
(562) 566-3675 View (562) 566-3675
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Caroline Marrujo Crisol
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
Are you considering therapy? I understand that the thought of therapy and making the first call to speak to a therapist can be scary or even uncomfortable. I strive to make your initial therapy experience an enjoyable and comfortable experience. During this initial appointment I will be able to answer any questions you may have about the therapeutic process. As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to take control of the present and make the necessary changes.
Are you considering therapy? I understand that the thought of therapy and making the first call to speak to a therapist can be scary or even uncomfortable. I strive to make your initial therapy experience an enjoyable and comfortable experience. During this initial appointment I will be able to answer any questions you may have about the therapeutic process. As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to take control of the present and make the necessary changes.
(818) 639-8423 View (818) 639-8423
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Dr. Alicia Dukoff, Psy.D, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
I work with a wide range of clientele including individuals, couples, families and adolescents. In a nurturing and safe therapeutic environment, I work in collaboration with clients on the journey to self discovery, healing past traumas and removing the blocks to invite new space for growth and greater sense of fulfillment in life. In addition to my specialization in sex therapy, I work with individuals with depression, anxiety and PTSD.
I work with a wide range of clientele including individuals, couples, families and adolescents. In a nurturing and safe therapeutic environment, I work in collaboration with clients on the journey to self discovery, healing past traumas and removing the blocks to invite new space for growth and greater sense of fulfillment in life. In addition to my specialization in sex therapy, I work with individuals with depression, anxiety and PTSD.
(661) 417-0699 View (661) 417-0699
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Claudia Janes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
You are worth your effort. Taking a step toward your health and well-being is brave. Way to show up for yourself. Many of us have suffered great difficulty in our lives. This naturally creates a degree of trauma. Trauma resides and deeply impacts our mind, emotions/heart and body. It creates fixed perceptions about ourselves. It compromises our physical health and robs us of our greatest needs: to feel heard, seen and understood. There are many tools we can learn to heal, grow and empower ourselves. We want to learn these practices to create support, interconnection and unity within our body, mind and heart.
You are worth your effort. Taking a step toward your health and well-being is brave. Way to show up for yourself. Many of us have suffered great difficulty in our lives. This naturally creates a degree of trauma. Trauma resides and deeply impacts our mind, emotions/heart and body. It creates fixed perceptions about ourselves. It compromises our physical health and robs us of our greatest needs: to feel heard, seen and understood. There are many tools we can learn to heal, grow and empower ourselves. We want to learn these practices to create support, interconnection and unity within our body, mind and heart.
(661) 750-6149 View (661) 750-6149
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Walter Harold King
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
Becoming more conscious, more aware of your complexities and psychological barriers provides opportunities for renewal of your life's potentials. Depth Psychotherapy rests on the premise that there is a natural, self regulating urge of the psyche which seeks its own wholeness. This natural propensity towards wholeness emerges out of the archetypes, universally inherited potentialities that express and maintain all that is uniquely human. In a Depth Psychotherapy experience, exploration of the unconscious dimensions of one's being promotes access to the creative archetypal potentials which activate authentic healing.
Becoming more conscious, more aware of your complexities and psychological barriers provides opportunities for renewal of your life's potentials. Depth Psychotherapy rests on the premise that there is a natural, self regulating urge of the psyche which seeks its own wholeness. This natural propensity towards wholeness emerges out of the archetypes, universally inherited potentialities that express and maintain all that is uniquely human. In a Depth Psychotherapy experience, exploration of the unconscious dimensions of one's being promotes access to the creative archetypal potentials which activate authentic healing.
(661) 495-2204 View (661) 495-2204
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Quentin Dunne -- Early Life Child Psychology
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newhall, CA 91322
During difficult times, therapy can be an empowering and even transformative experience that results in enriched relationships as well as greater overall well-being. Deeply committed to the values of human dignity and equality, I provide affirmative therapy to people of all ethnicities, spiritualities and sexual orientations. I have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults recover from trauma, grief, pet loss and obsessive-compulsive disorder, and have specialized training in working with military veterans. If you believe therapy would be helpful to you or your child at this point, I would be honored to meet with you.
During difficult times, therapy can be an empowering and even transformative experience that results in enriched relationships as well as greater overall well-being. Deeply committed to the values of human dignity and equality, I provide affirmative therapy to people of all ethnicities, spiritualities and sexual orientations. I have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults recover from trauma, grief, pet loss and obsessive-compulsive disorder, and have specialized training in working with military veterans. If you believe therapy would be helpful to you or your child at this point, I would be honored to meet with you.
(661) 426-8324 View (661) 426-8324
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Adrianne Faye
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
Adrianne Faye, 51574 I am committed to helping people work through their issues by actively listening to them and being a witness to whatever they need to work on. I provide an environment that is safe and free of judgment so that people can express their innermost feelings and learn about their authentic selves. I focus on depression, trauma, anxiety, transitions, relationships, grief, family, and couple issues. My approach is psycho dynamic. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Theory, EMDR, Gottman, and other couple and family training styles. I have a lot of experience, so I tend to be creative with different styles and skills.
Adrianne Faye, 51574 I am committed to helping people work through their issues by actively listening to them and being a witness to whatever they need to work on. I provide an environment that is safe and free of judgment so that people can express their innermost feelings and learn about their authentic selves. I focus on depression, trauma, anxiety, transitions, relationships, grief, family, and couple issues. My approach is psycho dynamic. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Theory, EMDR, Gottman, and other couple and family training styles. I have a lot of experience, so I tend to be creative with different styles and skills.
(213) 267-9928 View (213) 267-9928
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Dr. Niki Savage Malek
Registered Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
Newhall, CA 91321
Does your child or adolescent seem irritated, anxious, depressed? Did Covid impact their social skills? Are they unmotivated, unfocused, stuck on video-games? Are you filled with guilt, shame, anxiety, and depression yourself? We can do hard things, together! I'll help your family move through discomfort and connect back to values that are important to you. We all need help, specially us parents. It's ok to ask for help. I'll help you change patterns, activate resiliency and get aligned with your best selves, which is already there.
Does your child or adolescent seem irritated, anxious, depressed? Did Covid impact their social skills? Are they unmotivated, unfocused, stuck on video-games? Are you filled with guilt, shame, anxiety, and depression yourself? We can do hard things, together! I'll help your family move through discomfort and connect back to values that are important to you. We all need help, specially us parents. It's ok to ask for help. I'll help you change patterns, activate resiliency and get aligned with your best selves, which is already there.
(661) 486-4705 View (661) 486-4705
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Santa Clarita Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newhall, CA 91321
Establishing a trusting relationship and working collaboratively with our clients is our primary goal. My name is Samantha Markman and I have hand selected a team of excellent therapists with various specialties. We strive to create a therapeutic space of comfort and support, as we work with you to explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking. We work with a wide range of clients that are dealing with various issues including depression, anxiety, infidelity, postpartum issues, addictive behaviors, LGBT issues, eating disorders, codependency, grief and loss, life transitions, and various types of trauma.
Establishing a trusting relationship and working collaboratively with our clients is our primary goal. My name is Samantha Markman and I have hand selected a team of excellent therapists with various specialties. We strive to create a therapeutic space of comfort and support, as we work with you to explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking. We work with a wide range of clients that are dealing with various issues including depression, anxiety, infidelity, postpartum issues, addictive behaviors, LGBT issues, eating disorders, codependency, grief and loss, life transitions, and various types of trauma.
(661) 441-3124 View (661) 441-3124

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Adal Heart2Heart Psychotherapy Services, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91355  (Online Only)
I specialize not only in working with clients who struggle with mental health challenges, substance use, and various addictions but also in helping men navigate issues related to male identity.
Taking the first step towards personal growth can be incredibly difficult. It can feel overwhelming to acknowledge that you need help and take the necessary steps to seek it out. However, by reading this, you have already accomplished the hardest part of initiating treatment. It takes courage and strength to recognize that you need support, and I commend you for taking this step. One of the most important aspects of my work is creating a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process, where clients are active participants in their own healing.
I specialize not only in working with clients who struggle with mental health challenges, substance use, and various addictions but also in helping men navigate issues related to male identity.
Taking the first step towards personal growth can be incredibly difficult. It can feel overwhelming to acknowledge that you need help and take the necessary steps to seek it out. However, by reading this, you have already accomplished the hardest part of initiating treatment. It takes courage and strength to recognize that you need support, and I commend you for taking this step. One of the most important aspects of my work is creating a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process, where clients are active participants in their own healing.
(661) 964-4219 View (661) 964-4219
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Andrew D. Greif
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
It takes a great deal of courage to embark on an experience of bettering one’s life. I feel honored to be a part of that process. Clients arrive in therapy for a myriad of different reasons, but most of all, seem to have a very clear goal of bettering their lives. I truly enjoy collaborating with Clients to make this happen, and strive to give my Clients tools to use many years into the future. I work with children, adolescents, adults and couples with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, relationship issues and addiction.
It takes a great deal of courage to embark on an experience of bettering one’s life. I feel honored to be a part of that process. Clients arrive in therapy for a myriad of different reasons, but most of all, seem to have a very clear goal of bettering their lives. I truly enjoy collaborating with Clients to make this happen, and strive to give my Clients tools to use many years into the future. I work with children, adolescents, adults and couples with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, relationship issues and addiction.
(818) 848-1488 View (818) 848-1488
Barbara Ferrari
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
I have conducted various group sessions discussing anger management, empowerment, and parenting and regularly counsel people from all walks of life including those with a history of addiction, abuse and trauma, grief and loss, marital trouble, and post traumatic stress disorder.
Barbara Ferrari, LMFT is a Los Angeles-based licensed marriage and family therapist with over thirty years of experience treating mental health issues and working with the dual diagnosed population. My professional services, which operate in a philosophy of hope, optimism, and belief in the benefits of patient and professional counseling, center on creating personalized strategies that encourage growth and healing in the individual, family unit, and community as a whole.
I have conducted various group sessions discussing anger management, empowerment, and parenting and regularly counsel people from all walks of life including those with a history of addiction, abuse and trauma, grief and loss, marital trouble, and post traumatic stress disorder.
Barbara Ferrari, LMFT is a Los Angeles-based licensed marriage and family therapist with over thirty years of experience treating mental health issues and working with the dual diagnosed population. My professional services, which operate in a philosophy of hope, optimism, and belief in the benefits of patient and professional counseling, center on creating personalized strategies that encourage growth and healing in the individual, family unit, and community as a whole.
(661) 373-6923 View (661) 373-6923
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Tyler Charles London
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist who specializes in adults, young adults, teens, children, couples, trauma, substance use, online addiction, trust, honesty skills, mindfulness, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and family systems conflict. I believe in highlighting positive qualities of clients, reaching goals, and providing intervention for clinical issues. I value developing a client-centered, secure, and humanistic attachment with clientele. In counseling (individual, family, or couples), I aim to increase honest communication, intuition, and empathy in order to help you alleviate the issues, grow and find truth.
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist who specializes in adults, young adults, teens, children, couples, trauma, substance use, online addiction, trust, honesty skills, mindfulness, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and family systems conflict. I believe in highlighting positive qualities of clients, reaching goals, and providing intervention for clinical issues. I value developing a client-centered, secure, and humanistic attachment with clientele. In counseling (individual, family, or couples), I aim to increase honest communication, intuition, and empathy in order to help you alleviate the issues, grow and find truth.
(661) 493-9316 View (661) 493-9316
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Katie Richtiger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
I additionally specialize in substance use and eating disorders.
Anxiety, depression and associated disorders can decrease our functionality, reduce our everyday joy and fulfillment, increase isolation and decrease motivation to achieve goals. I strongly believe in providing individuals, couples and families with a comfortable and supportive atmosphere to assist in overcoming obstacles of daily life, in which I take an individualized approach for the needs of each client. I assist clients in identifying needs currently met through unhealthy patterns of coping and find alternative coping mechanisms that can increase life fulfillment.
I additionally specialize in substance use and eating disorders.
Anxiety, depression and associated disorders can decrease our functionality, reduce our everyday joy and fulfillment, increase isolation and decrease motivation to achieve goals. I strongly believe in providing individuals, couples and families with a comfortable and supportive atmosphere to assist in overcoming obstacles of daily life, in which I take an individualized approach for the needs of each client. I assist clients in identifying needs currently met through unhealthy patterns of coping and find alternative coping mechanisms that can increase life fulfillment.
(818) 514-0046 View (818) 514-0046
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Eileen McDaniel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91381  (Online Only)
Are you ready to create a life worth living? I can help you work through trauma and addiction and help you learn to manage anxiety, depression and other mental health disorders that may get in the way of your dreams. It can be difficult to share our deepest fears and injuries with others. I offer a safe, respectful space where we can work together to help you improve your daily life.
Are you ready to create a life worth living? I can help you work through trauma and addiction and help you learn to manage anxiety, depression and other mental health disorders that may get in the way of your dreams. It can be difficult to share our deepest fears and injuries with others. I offer a safe, respectful space where we can work together to help you improve your daily life.
(661) 344-4525 View (661) 344-4525
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Natalie D'Annibale, PsyD LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Sessions include addiction and sobriety, dual-diagnosis, sex, love, and intimacy, relationships and marital, multicultural, LGBTQIA+, empowerment in life transitions, and bereavement, grief, and loss.
It takes trust and courage to explore our emotional well-being, to resolve maladaptive behaviors, addictions, and to work on personal growth. My areas of expertise are in Humanistic, Existential, Family Systems, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapies. I encourage personal responsibility, self-actualization, and self-awareness utilizing strength-based advocacy with empathy and authenticity. If you are ready to improve your personal experiences and interpersonal relationships, reach out and we will get started on your next and best chapter.
Sessions include addiction and sobriety, dual-diagnosis, sex, love, and intimacy, relationships and marital, multicultural, LGBTQIA+, empowerment in life transitions, and bereavement, grief, and loss.
It takes trust and courage to explore our emotional well-being, to resolve maladaptive behaviors, addictions, and to work on personal growth. My areas of expertise are in Humanistic, Existential, Family Systems, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapies. I encourage personal responsibility, self-actualization, and self-awareness utilizing strength-based advocacy with empathy and authenticity. If you are ready to improve your personal experiences and interpersonal relationships, reach out and we will get started on your next and best chapter.
(760) 621-7656 View (760) 621-7656
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Brittany Herrera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
I'm qualified to help with many challenges; however, I specialize in helping teens, adults, and couples with anxiety, ADHD, PTSD/CPTSD, addiction, boundaries, attachment, communication, spirituality, gender dysphoria, infidelity, grief, and finding purpose/meaning.
Are you struggling to focus? Do you feel emotionally drained, insecure, or stuck in people-pleasing? Does conflict feel uncomfortable or scary? Do you fall into patterns in relationships, friendships, or career and wish you could break the cycle? Sometimes, it isn't obvious why we do the things we do, but we can sense we're not our most authentic or successful self. And even when we know the cause of our distress, changing our behavior can still be hard. That's where I come in. My job is to listen without judgment, pressure, or bias and help you examine the root causes of your challenges to create the change you want in your life.
I'm qualified to help with many challenges; however, I specialize in helping teens, adults, and couples with anxiety, ADHD, PTSD/CPTSD, addiction, boundaries, attachment, communication, spirituality, gender dysphoria, infidelity, grief, and finding purpose/meaning.
Are you struggling to focus? Do you feel emotionally drained, insecure, or stuck in people-pleasing? Does conflict feel uncomfortable or scary? Do you fall into patterns in relationships, friendships, or career and wish you could break the cycle? Sometimes, it isn't obvious why we do the things we do, but we can sense we're not our most authentic or successful self. And even when we know the cause of our distress, changing our behavior can still be hard. That's where I come in. My job is to listen without judgment, pressure, or bias and help you examine the root causes of your challenges to create the change you want in your life.
(661) 768-0381 View (661) 768-0381

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Addiction Therapists

What is the best therapy for addiction?

Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.

How long does therapy for addiction take?

There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.

How effective is drug addiction treatment?

Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.

How can you get addiction treatment for someone?

The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.