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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
He also works with clients with debilitating addiction issues.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 22 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
He also works with clients with debilitating addiction issues.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 22 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(475) 255-7342 View (475) 255-7342
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Andrew Golden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06906
Life has many challenges, it's how you grow from your past that defines who you are in life. You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. People typically enter therapy when they are in distress, although it's usually the long-term and underlying struggles that concern them the most. Initially, we will work quickly to address your immediate pain and provide relief. As therapy progresses, our focus may shift so you develop more positive and enriching relationships with yourself and others.
Life has many challenges, it's how you grow from your past that defines who you are in life. You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. People typically enter therapy when they are in distress, although it's usually the long-term and underlying struggles that concern them the most. Initially, we will work quickly to address your immediate pain and provide relief. As therapy progresses, our focus may shift so you develop more positive and enriching relationships with yourself and others.
(203) 590-9265 View (203) 590-9265
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Nancy S. Scherlong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06850
Are you plagued by stress or anxiety? Would you like to be happier with your life? I am a LCSW in both NY and CT states and a wellness coach with an eclectic approach to mind-body psychotherapy and stress reduction, utilizing mindfulness techniques and biofeedback practices. I will work with you to enhance your sense of self-empowerment with a focus on re-creating mastery and restoring wellness and balance. I employ the creative arts when applicable in my practice to facilitate fuller expression and to develop and enrich personal metaphors (especially therapeutic writing and the action methods of psychodrama).
Are you plagued by stress or anxiety? Would you like to be happier with your life? I am a LCSW in both NY and CT states and a wellness coach with an eclectic approach to mind-body psychotherapy and stress reduction, utilizing mindfulness techniques and biofeedback practices. I will work with you to enhance your sense of self-empowerment with a focus on re-creating mastery and restoring wellness and balance. I employ the creative arts when applicable in my practice to facilitate fuller expression and to develop and enrich personal metaphors (especially therapeutic writing and the action methods of psychodrama).
(914) 810-3051 View (914) 810-3051
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Sage Williamson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Greenwich, CT 06831  (Online Only)
Have you wondered if you would benefit from Teletherapy? I offer a phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have and will be by your side to navigate the process during this challenging time. I am a licensed clinician who works well with high functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career issues, and trauma related issues. I also do coaching to optimize work performance. My approach is to empower you. I draw on your strength while building new skills to work through your challenges and learn to become your own therapist. My focus it to help you achieve a fulfilling life.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from Teletherapy? I offer a phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have and will be by your side to navigate the process during this challenging time. I am a licensed clinician who works well with high functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career issues, and trauma related issues. I also do coaching to optimize work performance. My approach is to empower you. I draw on your strength while building new skills to work through your challenges and learn to become your own therapist. My focus it to help you achieve a fulfilling life.
(475) 251-7806 View (475) 251-7806
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Joanna Clayton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Greenwich, CT 06831
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
(475) 264-6445 View (475) 264-6445
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Lisa Kamna
Art Therapist, MS, LCAT, NY, CT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06902
Feeling stagnant or out of control can manifest itself into many symptoms of anxiety. Negative self talk, disordered eating/body image and poor communication can contribute to unhealthy relationships with our loved ones. Managing emotions and identifying the root of our behaviors is the first step to creating a more fulfilling and enjoyable version of ourselves, all while highlighting our strengths and positive attributes!
Feeling stagnant or out of control can manifest itself into many symptoms of anxiety. Negative self talk, disordered eating/body image and poor communication can contribute to unhealthy relationships with our loved ones. Managing emotions and identifying the root of our behaviors is the first step to creating a more fulfilling and enjoyable version of ourselves, all while highlighting our strengths and positive attributes!
(917) 692-8933 View (917) 692-8933
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Joanna Clayton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
(475) 323-6651 View (475) 323-6651
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Elizabeth Davis
Art Therapist, MFA, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwich, CT 06830
Feel better faster with Intensive Therapy to address anxiety, sleeplessness, addictions, and depression. I specialize in the treatment of the long term effects of stress and trauma using the Intensive Therapy approach. Intensive therapy is structured psychotherapy designed to get to the root of the problem faster so clients can move on with their lives with less chronic symptoms. I use research-proven treatments integrated and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. My approach is creative and collaborative, helping my clients confront what is often painful and otherwise intolerable, and work towards true healing.
Feel better faster with Intensive Therapy to address anxiety, sleeplessness, addictions, and depression. I specialize in the treatment of the long term effects of stress and trauma using the Intensive Therapy approach. Intensive therapy is structured psychotherapy designed to get to the root of the problem faster so clients can move on with their lives with less chronic symptoms. I use research-proven treatments integrated and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. My approach is creative and collaborative, helping my clients confront what is often painful and otherwise intolerable, and work towards true healing.
(716) 235-2654 View (716) 235-2654
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Sage Williamson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to learn how to deal with their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to learn how to deal with their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
(203) 590-8251 View (203) 590-8251
Photo of Sage Williamson, Marriage & Family Therapist in Old Greenwich, CT
Sage Williamson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Greenwich, CT 06831
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
(203) 408-6125 View (203) 408-6125

Online Therapists

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Odette Bogle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hartford, CT 06112
Change the way you think about specific situations, find skills to manage anger, strengthen your relationships, improve your mood or work on your struggles with addiction, and more.
Are you stressed out? Are you having relationship problems or family conflict? Are you depressed and sad? Come in and talk about some of the things that are impacting your life. Start working on solutions to be the best you can be in a non-judgmental, respectful and safe place. Throughout my career I've worked with diverse populations specializing in relationship issues, stress, anger management, trauma, depression, addictions, anxiety; and more. Sometimes talking to a neutral person helps to start the healing process.
Change the way you think about specific situations, find skills to manage anger, strengthen your relationships, improve your mood or work on your struggles with addiction, and more.
Are you stressed out? Are you having relationship problems or family conflict? Are you depressed and sad? Come in and talk about some of the things that are impacting your life. Start working on solutions to be the best you can be in a non-judgmental, respectful and safe place. Throughout my career I've worked with diverse populations specializing in relationship issues, stress, anger management, trauma, depression, addictions, anxiety; and more. Sometimes talking to a neutral person helps to start the healing process.
(860) 566-8955 View (860) 566-8955
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Courage Counseling Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
My educational background includes my Bachelors in Social Work from Central Connecticut State University. My Masters in Social Work from Fordham University in New York. I currently hold my L.M.S.W in Social Work. I have working experiences with mental health, working with children (ages from 5-18) with DMDD (disruptive mood dysregulation disorder), PTSD, Schizoaffective Disorder and severe behaviors. I am currently working as a substance use counselor. When people are exposed to trauma or tremendous difficulties in life, their quality of life frequently disintegrate.
My educational background includes my Bachelors in Social Work from Central Connecticut State University. My Masters in Social Work from Fordham University in New York. I currently hold my L.M.S.W in Social Work. I have working experiences with mental health, working with children (ages from 5-18) with DMDD (disruptive mood dysregulation disorder), PTSD, Schizoaffective Disorder and severe behaviors. I am currently working as a substance use counselor. When people are exposed to trauma or tremendous difficulties in life, their quality of life frequently disintegrate.
(860) 785-6222 View (860) 785-6222
Photo of Nicole Morra, Licensed Professional Counselor in Old Greenwich, CT
Nicole Morra
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, ADS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06511  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist who works via telehealth. I have been in the field for approximately 5 years with experience working with adults who struggle in all areas of life. Whether it be anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, etc. I am here to help you work through anything you may be going through.
I am a licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist who works via telehealth. I have been in the field for approximately 5 years with experience working with adults who struggle in all areas of life. Whether it be anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, etc. I am here to help you work through anything you may be going through.
(203) 403-2518 View (203) 403-2518
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Jose Valentin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MS, I/O Psy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029
I have worked with emphasis in Health Psychology and Clinical Psychological interventions to offer support in managing crisis interventions, minimize the effects of Trauma and Childhood Trauma with clients whom have diagnosis of PTSD as other mental health conditions such as Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Addiction, Bipolar, Depression/Anxiety and behavioral problems. I work along with the client to establish collaborative clinical goals that can help the client to identify their short term to long term goals to help address the psychological need of the diverse populations of children, teenagers, adults, veterans and geriatric.
I have worked with emphasis in Health Psychology and Clinical Psychological interventions to offer support in managing crisis interventions, minimize the effects of Trauma and Childhood Trauma with clients whom have diagnosis of PTSD as other mental health conditions such as Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Addiction, Bipolar, Depression/Anxiety and behavioral problems. I work along with the client to establish collaborative clinical goals that can help the client to identify their short term to long term goals to help address the psychological need of the diverse populations of children, teenagers, adults, veterans and geriatric.
(860) 898-9872 View (860) 898-9872
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Spill the Tea Psychotherapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monroe, CT 06468
At different times in our lives we can feel stuck and struggle with finding our way. Oftentimes, our usual ways of dealing with these struggles aren't helping, have become ineffective or may even be preventing us from feeling better. We work with a wide range of individuals who are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, life transitions and more. In this safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment we will work together toward overall healing.
At different times in our lives we can feel stuck and struggle with finding our way. Oftentimes, our usual ways of dealing with these struggles aren't helping, have become ineffective or may even be preventing us from feeling better. We work with a wide range of individuals who are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, life transitions and more. In this safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment we will work together toward overall healing.
(475) 250-1758 View (475) 250-1758
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Leesa Sklover
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MA-MT, C-IAYT, CRC
Verified Verified
Branford, CT 06405
I listen with caring and compassion. Lifetime experience with counseling and integrative therapies, 27 years. Gain a sense of meaning as I witness your life and needs, making you feel understood. Specializing in Family and Couple enhancement. Pregnancy, Prenatal-Postpartum support. Parent, Child, Adult Therapy, Entertainment/ Sports industry- Mental Performance, Creative Guidance. Speaker-Therapist-Canyon Ranch Spa (12 yrs), Hospitals, Crisis Work-First Responders. People seeking counseling are often in transitional life stages. Turn doubt and anxiety around. It's a pleasure looking at life and relationships, with the right person.
I listen with caring and compassion. Lifetime experience with counseling and integrative therapies, 27 years. Gain a sense of meaning as I witness your life and needs, making you feel understood. Specializing in Family and Couple enhancement. Pregnancy, Prenatal-Postpartum support. Parent, Child, Adult Therapy, Entertainment/ Sports industry- Mental Performance, Creative Guidance. Speaker-Therapist-Canyon Ranch Spa (12 yrs), Hospitals, Crisis Work-First Responders. People seeking counseling are often in transitional life stages. Turn doubt and anxiety around. It's a pleasure looking at life and relationships, with the right person.
(203) 872-9525 View (203) 872-9525
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Michael Ryan Haines
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Suffield, CT 06078
Being a LMFT means to me that the focus of treatment is to improve relationships. I believe the most important relationship in a persons life is the relationship they have with themselves. In my experience people often treat others much better than they treat themselves. I enjoy going on a therapeutic journey with people to help find themselves, to find that compassion that they give to others and to learn that they too deserve that same love and compassion. I like to use art as a way of expression (when needed) with my clients because I believe that art can communicate what words sometimes cannot.
Being a LMFT means to me that the focus of treatment is to improve relationships. I believe the most important relationship in a persons life is the relationship they have with themselves. In my experience people often treat others much better than they treat themselves. I enjoy going on a therapeutic journey with people to help find themselves, to find that compassion that they give to others and to learn that they too deserve that same love and compassion. I like to use art as a way of expression (when needed) with my clients because I believe that art can communicate what words sometimes cannot.
(959) 200-8625 View (959) 200-8625
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Lydia P Perry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC, AADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Groton, CT 06340
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do/with your one wild and precious life?" Welcome! Now accepting new clients! Have you lost focus on your wild, precious life? Let's work to find it, or towards finding it again/anew. I believe that positive change can happen, a positive life can result, with confidence, courage, and with the skills you’ve possessed all along but might not have known you had at your availability. I take blended approach to therapy, so that treatment can be tailored to fit your need(s); this is centered in/around an empowerment/strengths based foci; one both respectful and responsive to the concern you bring.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do/with your one wild and precious life?" Welcome! Now accepting new clients! Have you lost focus on your wild, precious life? Let's work to find it, or towards finding it again/anew. I believe that positive change can happen, a positive life can result, with confidence, courage, and with the skills you’ve possessed all along but might not have known you had at your availability. I take blended approach to therapy, so that treatment can be tailored to fit your need(s); this is centered in/around an empowerment/strengths based foci; one both respectful and responsive to the concern you bring.
(860) 390-4808 View (860) 390-4808
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Coastal Counseling Associates, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
Our combined 30 years experience of interacting with people in a variety of settings has repeatedly demonstrated to us the resilience and growth that all people are capable of. At Coastal Counseling Associates we assist people in accessing those characteristics that are within them so they can cope with the difficulties life may have presented as well as preparing them to employ the psychological resources they posses to combat future difficulties. Our diversity allows us to match clients with staff resulting in strong, lasting therapeutic relationships across a broad expanse of behavioral health concerns for families, individuals, couples and children.
Our combined 30 years experience of interacting with people in a variety of settings has repeatedly demonstrated to us the resilience and growth that all people are capable of. At Coastal Counseling Associates we assist people in accessing those characteristics that are within them so they can cope with the difficulties life may have presented as well as preparing them to employ the psychological resources they posses to combat future difficulties. Our diversity allows us to match clients with staff resulting in strong, lasting therapeutic relationships across a broad expanse of behavioral health concerns for families, individuals, couples and children.
(203) 409-8317 View (203) 409-8317
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Donna Tanganelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southbury, CT 06488
"I am not what has happened to me. I am what I choose to become" ~ Carl Jung I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years in clinical practice. I believe therapy is a tool to empower us to find balance in our mind, body and soul. I take a holistic approach in helping individuals and families to make changes. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, personality disorders and trauma related issues. My goal is to empower & support you in achieving your optimum state of wellness.
"I am not what has happened to me. I am what I choose to become" ~ Carl Jung I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years in clinical practice. I believe therapy is a tool to empower us to find balance in our mind, body and soul. I take a holistic approach in helping individuals and families to make changes. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, personality disorders and trauma related issues. My goal is to empower & support you in achieving your optimum state of wellness.
(203) 592-6205 View (203) 592-6205

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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.