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Photo of John Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in Angelina County, TX
John Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, CADC, ICADC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
In addiction recovery, your biggest adversary is your own mind. Maybe you've asked yourself "why do I have such a strong intent for positive changes, but just as things start to improve I seem to change my mind?" It's the same experience for most of us in recovery; completely normal. Recovery support programs give you the tools you need to transform your life, but what's often missing are the skills needed to use those tools, and a healed nervous system that will allow it. A set of daily practices for both mind and body will change everything for you. Ask about HeartMath and the Safe and Sound Protocol for polyvagal toning!
In addiction recovery, your biggest adversary is your own mind. Maybe you've asked yourself "why do I have such a strong intent for positive changes, but just as things start to improve I seem to change my mind?" It's the same experience for most of us in recovery; completely normal. Recovery support programs give you the tools you need to transform your life, but what's often missing are the skills needed to use those tools, and a healed nervous system that will allow it. A set of daily practices for both mind and body will change everything for you. Ask about HeartMath and the Safe and Sound Protocol for polyvagal toning!
(346) 988-2188 View (346) 988-2188
Photo of Michael Keith Henson, Marriage & Family Therapist in Angelina County, TX
Michael Keith Henson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77354
Your present situation is not your final destination. The best is yet to come. Ready for transformation - look no further. I have helped thousands of people find a new lease on life, achieve self-actualization, radically transform bad habits into good habits, embrace new constructive habits and coping tools, work with Mood & Personality Disorders, PTSD, Alcohol or Addiction recovery counseling, communicate effectively, and restore damaged relationships. I can help you get well in 15 sessions.
Your present situation is not your final destination. The best is yet to come. Ready for transformation - look no further. I have helped thousands of people find a new lease on life, achieve self-actualization, radically transform bad habits into good habits, embrace new constructive habits and coping tools, work with Mood & Personality Disorders, PTSD, Alcohol or Addiction recovery counseling, communicate effectively, and restore damaged relationships. I can help you get well in 15 sessions.
(346) 701-4758 View (346) 701-4758
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Catherine Gentry
MS, LPC, LCDC, CCTP, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
Spring, TX 77386
I'm trained in EMDR, Trauma, Addiction, and Mental Health.
Have you been lacking the support you need, support without judgement or criticism, and the support you likely have not gotten in the past? I work with my clients using my whole heart as you are likely seeking help due to suffering from adverse childhood experiences, large or small, that continue to impact you today. Trauma rears itself in our daily lives. It becomes the template to which we experience the world. You no longer have to live that way. Let me walk with you.
I'm trained in EMDR, Trauma, Addiction, and Mental Health.
Have you been lacking the support you need, support without judgement or criticism, and the support you likely have not gotten in the past? I work with my clients using my whole heart as you are likely seeking help due to suffering from adverse childhood experiences, large or small, that continue to impact you today. Trauma rears itself in our daily lives. It becomes the template to which we experience the world. You no longer have to live that way. Let me walk with you.
(832) 400-6362 View (832) 400-6362
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Bart Durham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spring, TX 77380
Do you ever feel stuck and ‘everything’ is unmanageable? I recognize change can be difficult and finding someone to help you manage ‘everything’ can be challenging. My goal is to meet you where you are and provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help navigate your issues. If you are an adult struggling with different forms of trauma, substance abuse, or dual diagnosis...or whatever ‘everything’ looks like, I'd like to help you work toward your goals.
Do you ever feel stuck and ‘everything’ is unmanageable? I recognize change can be difficult and finding someone to help you manage ‘everything’ can be challenging. My goal is to meet you where you are and provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help navigate your issues. If you are an adult struggling with different forms of trauma, substance abuse, or dual diagnosis...or whatever ‘everything’ looks like, I'd like to help you work toward your goals.
(832) 501-9110 View (832) 501-9110
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Cecilia R Andrews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77304
I have worked with clients from all walks of life including, but not limited to, addiction, adolescents, anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, couples counseling, and family counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who holds a Master’s of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Houston and a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Sam Houston State University. I am supervised by Rebecca Smith, LPC - Supervisor in Montgomery County. I utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, and various other modalities to customize a treatment plan for each client.
I have worked with clients from all walks of life including, but not limited to, addiction, adolescents, anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, couples counseling, and family counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who holds a Master’s of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Houston and a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Sam Houston State University. I am supervised by Rebecca Smith, LPC - Supervisor in Montgomery County. I utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, and various other modalities to customize a treatment plan for each client.
(936) 939-6112 View (936) 939-6112
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Mphatso Khoza
LPC Associate, MA, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Therapy is - learning to be a better communicator, getting ready for major surgery, working through a spiritual crisis, working through a divorce, grieving the loss of a loved one, deciding on the best of good options, making a difficult decision, discovering your purpose, getting ready for marriage, becoming a new parent, releasing a child into the world, navigating a new job, fixing a broken relationship, working on a struggling domestic partnership, becoming a loving spouse, overcoming an addiction, navigating your identity, learning how to forgive...among other things. Whatever you need, we can work on it together.
Therapy is - learning to be a better communicator, getting ready for major surgery, working through a spiritual crisis, working through a divorce, grieving the loss of a loved one, deciding on the best of good options, making a difficult decision, discovering your purpose, getting ready for marriage, becoming a new parent, releasing a child into the world, navigating a new job, fixing a broken relationship, working on a struggling domestic partnership, becoming a loving spouse, overcoming an addiction, navigating your identity, learning how to forgive...among other things. Whatever you need, we can work on it together.
(281) 377-9848 View (281) 377-9848
Photo of Margaret Giles, Licensed Professional Counselor in Angelina County, TX
Margaret Giles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
My passion resides in counseling adults struggling with substance use disorders, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression and self-esteem.
I believe in treating and facilitating the individual's psychological and emotional transformation through an integrative therapeutic approach. We all yearn for love, acceptance and the capacity to reach our utmost potential! I believe in treating the 'whole person,' as I help guide my clients towards reaching their therapeutic goals through a newfound self-awareness and confidence. With healthier actions and reactions we can move forward in life as more productive, thoughtful and self-aware beings. I believe that therapy connects us more to our authentic selves, and that you can grow, with you, in a newfound space of acceptance.
My passion resides in counseling adults struggling with substance use disorders, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression and self-esteem.
I believe in treating and facilitating the individual's psychological and emotional transformation through an integrative therapeutic approach. We all yearn for love, acceptance and the capacity to reach our utmost potential! I believe in treating the 'whole person,' as I help guide my clients towards reaching their therapeutic goals through a newfound self-awareness and confidence. With healthier actions and reactions we can move forward in life as more productive, thoughtful and self-aware beings. I believe that therapy connects us more to our authentic selves, and that you can grow, with you, in a newfound space of acceptance.
(936) 939-6230 View (936) 939-6230
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Yanay Puente
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
Spring, TX 77379
I am a bilingual (English / Spanish) Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in helping people struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic stress, addiction, and other unpleasant cognitive or emotional states. Lately, I have focussed more on the somatic manifestations of anxiety and chronic stress in the body.
I am a bilingual (English / Spanish) Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in helping people struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic stress, addiction, and other unpleasant cognitive or emotional states. Lately, I have focussed more on the somatic manifestations of anxiety and chronic stress in the body.
(281) 462-5063 View (281) 462-5063
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Marcia Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I provide counseling to clients of all ages with various tha include anxiety, stress, anger,depression, substance use, sleep deprivation and behavioral nutrition concerns. I utilize health psychology, mental health education, substance use education and yoga principles within practice as I work with clients. Overall wellness is the focus for the clients I work with which includes, nutrition, sleep and exercise while working on their emotional and behavioral concerns. I implement the Strengthening Families program for those families that are in need of creating a healthy environment that promotes positive experiences in family life.
I provide counseling to clients of all ages with various tha include anxiety, stress, anger,depression, substance use, sleep deprivation and behavioral nutrition concerns. I utilize health psychology, mental health education, substance use education and yoga principles within practice as I work with clients. Overall wellness is the focus for the clients I work with which includes, nutrition, sleep and exercise while working on their emotional and behavioral concerns. I implement the Strengthening Families program for those families that are in need of creating a healthy environment that promotes positive experiences in family life.
(281) 462-5635 View (281) 462-5635
Photo of Angela Thomas, Licensed Professional Counselor in Angelina County, TX
Angela Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Longview, TX 75601
I specialize in working with individual's struggling with substance abuse and not only needing counseling, but substance abuse assessments for the court or court ordered probation programs.
My style of counseling is very person centered, warm and pragmatic. I believe meeting the client where they are, at that particular moment in their life, is so very important. I tell people not to be afraid of change, be afraid of not changing. I have never approached this profession with a mindset that "One size fits all." We all are unique individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, which requires active listening and suspension of judgement or bias.
I specialize in working with individual's struggling with substance abuse and not only needing counseling, but substance abuse assessments for the court or court ordered probation programs.
My style of counseling is very person centered, warm and pragmatic. I believe meeting the client where they are, at that particular moment in their life, is so very important. I tell people not to be afraid of change, be afraid of not changing. I have never approached this profession with a mindset that "One size fits all." We all are unique individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, which requires active listening and suspension of judgement or bias.
(903) 225-8402 View (903) 225-8402
Photo of Danielle Ellis, Licensed Professional Counselor in Angelina County, TX
Danielle Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77382  (Online Only)
She provides care for clients who struggle with anxiety, boundary setting, depression, codependency, as well as, addiction, emotional and behavioral concerns, eating disorders, stress management, and problems of everyday living.
Danielle "Dani" Ellis is a counselor, coach, and psychotherapist who helps people having difficulty coping with emotional or behavioral problems that are affecting their happiness and peace of mind. She assists her clients by focusing on resilience, empowerment, assertiveness, and positive actionable change. Treatment is based on a wellness perspective where clients are understood, accepted, and encouraged to focus on their individual uniqueness and strengths rather than identifying with an illness or diagnosis. She helps clients heal from trauma, confront unhealthy habits, develop insight and awareness, and learn new ways to cope.
She provides care for clients who struggle with anxiety, boundary setting, depression, codependency, as well as, addiction, emotional and behavioral concerns, eating disorders, stress management, and problems of everyday living.
Danielle "Dani" Ellis is a counselor, coach, and psychotherapist who helps people having difficulty coping with emotional or behavioral problems that are affecting their happiness and peace of mind. She assists her clients by focusing on resilience, empowerment, assertiveness, and positive actionable change. Treatment is based on a wellness perspective where clients are understood, accepted, and encouraged to focus on their individual uniqueness and strengths rather than identifying with an illness or diagnosis. She helps clients heal from trauma, confront unhealthy habits, develop insight and awareness, and learn new ways to cope.
(713) 893-3989 View (713) 893-3989
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Leslie R Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montgomery, TX 77316  (Online Only)
I help client's manage mental health challenges, including bipolar symptoms, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
Perhaps you are seeking a path of self-exploration or struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem. You may need some additional time to talk and make some sense out the barriers to your personal goals. Or you may desire to learn practical skills to cope with your pain. Every person is unique, which means that our time together would be tailored to your particular needs based on cultural background, family dynamics and personal values. Either way, I will be present with you and assist you as you journey toward a meaningful life.
I help client's manage mental health challenges, including bipolar symptoms, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
Perhaps you are seeking a path of self-exploration or struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem. You may need some additional time to talk and make some sense out the barriers to your personal goals. Or you may desire to learn practical skills to cope with your pain. Every person is unique, which means that our time together would be tailored to your particular needs based on cultural background, family dynamics and personal values. Either way, I will be present with you and assist you as you journey toward a meaningful life.
(415) 366-0587 View (415) 366-0587
Photo of Barbara Rodriguez, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Angelina County, TX
Barbara Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, LCDC
Verified Verified
Kingwood, TX 77339
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), I enjoy working with both individuals and couples with a multitude of struggles, including depression, anxiety, relationship stress, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and addiction issues. Everyone deserves to have a life worth living, feeling valued, and hopeful, and I am here to help you reach your goals.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), I enjoy working with both individuals and couples with a multitude of struggles, including depression, anxiety, relationship stress, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and addiction issues. Everyone deserves to have a life worth living, feeling valued, and hopeful, and I am here to help you reach your goals.
(281) 524-2894 View (281) 524-2894
Photo of Ali Lichty, Licensed Professional Counselor in Angelina County, TX
Ali Lichty
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I have worked in a variety of mental health outpatient settings, including as a Therapist at IntraCare treating Co-Occurring and Substance Use Disorders.
I believe that every individual is capable of making positive changes to improve their lives. Some changes can be more difficult than others, and I believe therapy can help individuals navigate through difficulties and other stressors. My goal as a therapist lies in working to help my clients overcome obstacles and life stressors by teaching skills to improve thoughts, overall mood, and move towards healthier behaviors in order for them to meet personal goals and live healthier, more fulfilling lives. I use a variety of different methods that are individualized to meet the need of each client.
I have worked in a variety of mental health outpatient settings, including as a Therapist at IntraCare treating Co-Occurring and Substance Use Disorders.
I believe that every individual is capable of making positive changes to improve their lives. Some changes can be more difficult than others, and I believe therapy can help individuals navigate through difficulties and other stressors. My goal as a therapist lies in working to help my clients overcome obstacles and life stressors by teaching skills to improve thoughts, overall mood, and move towards healthier behaviors in order for them to meet personal goals and live healthier, more fulfilling lives. I use a variety of different methods that are individualized to meet the need of each client.
(281) 612-8962 View (281) 612-8962
Photo of Meghan Shaw, Licensed Professional Counselor in Angelina County, TX
Meghan Shaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77339
I have experience working with clients who have struggled with addiction or substance use/abuse, relapse, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress management, grief, self-esteem issues, identifying family dynamics, managing life or schooling during covid transition, and learning coping skills
I have experience working with clients who have struggled with addiction or substance use/abuse, relapse, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress management, grief, self-esteem issues, identifying family dynamics, managing life or schooling during covid transition, and learning coping skills
(346) 787-1336 View (346) 787-1336
Photo of Cindy Thornby, Licensed Professional Counselor in Angelina County, TX
Cindy Thornby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Life can be challenging! I assist individuals, couples, and families in moving through difficulties and making positive changes for a more satisfying, fulfillling life. Clients learn to utilize holistic and therapeutic approaches to regain personal balance, vitality, meaning, and a sense of purpose. I've worked in a variety of clinical and hospital settings, including pain management, substance abuse, and mental health, as well as providing services in the community, schools, and homes. My clients include adults, families, adolescents, and children, who learn to view their challenges as opportunities for growth!
Life can be challenging! I assist individuals, couples, and families in moving through difficulties and making positive changes for a more satisfying, fulfillling life. Clients learn to utilize holistic and therapeutic approaches to regain personal balance, vitality, meaning, and a sense of purpose. I've worked in a variety of clinical and hospital settings, including pain management, substance abuse, and mental health, as well as providing services in the community, schools, and homes. My clients include adults, families, adolescents, and children, who learn to view their challenges as opportunities for growth!
(281) 761-2690 View (281) 761-2690
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Through The Woods Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380  (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals in managing substance use and various addictions, eating disorders, anger management, first responders, anxiety, depression, adjusting to everyday life transitions, relationship issues, and coping with loss.
Sometimes when life brings challenges and unwelcome stress, we may need a little extra support and clarity. At times we may feel confused, alone, or not know which direction our life is heading. Life is full of complications in which we all can benefit from working with a compassionate, qualified, and objective professional. My first and foremost goal is to create an environment of empathy and caring where together we build upon trust and collaboration. As your therapist, I can help you cope with stress, transform your relationships, and improve your overall quality of life.
I have experience working with individuals in managing substance use and various addictions, eating disorders, anger management, first responders, anxiety, depression, adjusting to everyday life transitions, relationship issues, and coping with loss.
Sometimes when life brings challenges and unwelcome stress, we may need a little extra support and clarity. At times we may feel confused, alone, or not know which direction our life is heading. Life is full of complications in which we all can benefit from working with a compassionate, qualified, and objective professional. My first and foremost goal is to create an environment of empathy and caring where together we build upon trust and collaboration. As your therapist, I can help you cope with stress, transform your relationships, and improve your overall quality of life.
(281) 801-5889 View (281) 801-5889
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Carrie May
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Conroe, TX 77302  (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting healthcare professionals, nurses, teachers and students with anxiety or depression who are struggling in their career, education or relationships. Many feel stuck, burnt out, angry, and overwhelmed. The chronic stress and compassion fatigue make it hard for them to empathize with patients, students and administrators. Some may prefer to be alone, even though it leads to ruminating over traumatic work experiences and substance use. My clients have demanding jobs, are highly trained and accustomed to solving problems. However, no one is immune to the long-term effects of stress and trauma.
I specialize in supporting healthcare professionals, nurses, teachers and students with anxiety or depression who are struggling in their career, education or relationships. Many feel stuck, burnt out, angry, and overwhelmed. The chronic stress and compassion fatigue make it hard for them to empathize with patients, students and administrators. Some may prefer to be alone, even though it leads to ruminating over traumatic work experiences and substance use. My clients have demanding jobs, are highly trained and accustomed to solving problems. However, no one is immune to the long-term effects of stress and trauma.
(832) 464-2664 View (832) 464-2664
Photo of Laura Marie Alper, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in Angelina County, TX
Laura Marie Alper
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, MAC, LCDC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Struggling with alcohol or drug addiction? End the loneliness and desperation of fighting the endless battle of addiction alone. Having recovered from my own addictions to alcohol and drugs, I am passionate about helping people find hope and a new way of living, free from the pain and isolation of addiction. Allow me to guide you on a new journey in recovery. Through strengthening your internal motivation to make positive life changes, gaining insight into your addictive patterns, increasing self-awareness, creating meaning and purpose in life, you can learn to live again.
Struggling with alcohol or drug addiction? End the loneliness and desperation of fighting the endless battle of addiction alone. Having recovered from my own addictions to alcohol and drugs, I am passionate about helping people find hope and a new way of living, free from the pain and isolation of addiction. Allow me to guide you on a new journey in recovery. Through strengthening your internal motivation to make positive life changes, gaining insight into your addictive patterns, increasing self-awareness, creating meaning and purpose in life, you can learn to live again.
(832) 501-0239 View (832) 501-0239
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Positive Recovery Centers - The Woodlands
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.
Positive Recovery Centers - The Woodlands IOP and PHP are designed to help clients achieve a sustainable sober lifestyle by reinforcing the life skills and strategies that will prevent relapse. If you’re ready to return to work or school, IOP helps you prioritize your recovery and establish a healthy balance in your new sober routine. IOP also provides well-rounded care for co-occurring disorders, medical and psycho-social needs, as well as the development of personalized treatment goals to help instill positive changes in everyday life.
Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.
Positive Recovery Centers - The Woodlands IOP and PHP are designed to help clients achieve a sustainable sober lifestyle by reinforcing the life skills and strategies that will prevent relapse. If you’re ready to return to work or school, IOP helps you prioritize your recovery and establish a healthy balance in your new sober routine. IOP also provides well-rounded care for co-occurring disorders, medical and psycho-social needs, as well as the development of personalized treatment goals to help instill positive changes in everyday life.
(832) 299-1963 View (832) 299-1963

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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.