Therapists in Baytown, TX
Melissa Kay Blair
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baytown, TX 77521
PTSD and trauma resolution (using ART and EMDR), Addiction recovery, as well as couples therapy are among my specialties. I work 12-7 pm and weekends. I worked for 10+ years as a therapist in a highly respected residential treatment center for adolescents with addiction as well as other mental health issues. My experience also includes working with people with extreme stress, depression and anxiety. I have over 25 years of experience as a helper to include a career as a high school science teacher and school counselor. I returned to school to earn my PhD from Texas A&M-Commerce University to become a therapist.
PTSD and trauma resolution (using ART and EMDR), Addiction recovery, as well as couples therapy are among my specialties. I work 12-7 pm and weekends. I worked for 10+ years as a therapist in a highly respected residential treatment center for adolescents with addiction as well as other mental health issues. My experience also includes working with people with extreme stress, depression and anxiety. I have over 25 years of experience as a helper to include a career as a high school science teacher and school counselor. I returned to school to earn my PhD from Texas A&M-Commerce University to become a therapist.
Online Therapists
Dr. Cynthia C Kay
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellaire, TX 77401
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), which means I met all the Department of Transportation requirements for helping safety-sensitive employees.
Addiction is the heartbreak of our culture. Has it interrupted your life? Please know that there is positive long-term recovery without judgment. Recovery is not just for an individual but for all who are affected. I have helped thousands of families and individuals with chronic addictions using a holistic, positive, and practical model for change. Please call for a free consultation. I believe that where there is life, there is hope. I hope that you continue this first step toward long-term recovery. Together we can mend broken places and move toward a Brighter and Brighter life.
I am a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), which means I met all the Department of Transportation requirements for helping safety-sensitive employees.
Addiction is the heartbreak of our culture. Has it interrupted your life? Please know that there is positive long-term recovery without judgment. Recovery is not just for an individual but for all who are affected. I have helped thousands of families and individuals with chronic addictions using a holistic, positive, and practical model for change. Please call for a free consultation. I believe that where there is life, there is hope. I hope that you continue this first step toward long-term recovery. Together we can mend broken places and move toward a Brighter and Brighter life.
Krissy M Cotten
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77346
I provide counseling for individual adults, couples, families and children. I help clients to overcome obstacles and achieve healthier relationships. Some of my specialties include: couples issues, divorce, children and adolescent behavioral issues, parenting skills, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, domestic violence, sexual abuse, anger management, women's issues, postpartum depression, grief, loss, and addiction recovery, eating disorders, anger management, and faith based counseling. If you would like to start on a journey to make positive changes in your life, contact me now to begin on the pathway together!
I provide counseling for individual adults, couples, families and children. I help clients to overcome obstacles and achieve healthier relationships. Some of my specialties include: couples issues, divorce, children and adolescent behavioral issues, parenting skills, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, domestic violence, sexual abuse, anger management, women's issues, postpartum depression, grief, loss, and addiction recovery, eating disorders, anger management, and faith based counseling. If you would like to start on a journey to make positive changes in your life, contact me now to begin on the pathway together!
Jennifer L. Aune Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spring, TX 77380
Areas of specialty include: Healing trauma & unconscious programming, unlocking limiting thoughts & beliefs, Imago Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mood & anxiety disorders, Codependency and NPD, substance abuse/dependence & alternative/integrative therapies such as dry flotation with Zerobody.
We use a variety of techniques that are tailored to meet the needs of our clients with a special interest in self esteem/self worth issues, codependency, NPD & unconscious programming. Some individuals are unaware of limiting thoughts, beliefs & memories and stay stuck. Trapped trauma and unconscious programming plays a major role in mental & physical health problems as well as interpersonal relationships. In addition to psychotherapy we offer a unique & transformational experience called Zerobody Dry Flotation to aid and accelerate the healing process and to re program unconscious programming (one's blueprint of self and life).
Areas of specialty include: Healing trauma & unconscious programming, unlocking limiting thoughts & beliefs, Imago Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mood & anxiety disorders, Codependency and NPD, substance abuse/dependence & alternative/integrative therapies such as dry flotation with Zerobody.
We use a variety of techniques that are tailored to meet the needs of our clients with a special interest in self esteem/self worth issues, codependency, NPD & unconscious programming. Some individuals are unaware of limiting thoughts, beliefs & memories and stay stuck. Trapped trauma and unconscious programming plays a major role in mental & physical health problems as well as interpersonal relationships. In addition to psychotherapy we offer a unique & transformational experience called Zerobody Dry Flotation to aid and accelerate the healing process and to re program unconscious programming (one's blueprint of self and life).
Tracy R. Richied
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77070
I have practiced in the mental health field for 25 years, including work at a psychiatric hospital, an addiction treatment program, and of a team that provided mental health services to Hewlett Packard employees.
As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.
I have practiced in the mental health field for 25 years, including work at a psychiatric hospital, an addiction treatment program, and of a team that provided mental health services to Hewlett Packard employees.
As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.
Ava Burris Profota
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CSAT-S, CMAT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77027
My specialty is intimacy disorders including sex/love addiction & avoidance. Bad relationships can ruin your life & your happiness; however, relationships can be turned around. When addiction is present, the chances of real intimacy are small. Love addiction is a powerful & debilitating disorder that is very serious & potentially life threatening. Developmental trauma (also known as family of origin trauma or codependence) is a set up for self esteem & intimacy issues. If left untreated developmental trauma can lead to depression, anxiety, addiction & physical illness (Pia Mellody's). You're not alone!
My specialty is intimacy disorders including sex/love addiction & avoidance. Bad relationships can ruin your life & your happiness; however, relationships can be turned around. When addiction is present, the chances of real intimacy are small. Love addiction is a powerful & debilitating disorder that is very serious & potentially life threatening. Developmental trauma (also known as family of origin trauma or codependence) is a set up for self esteem & intimacy issues. If left untreated developmental trauma can lead to depression, anxiety, addiction & physical illness (Pia Mellody's). You're not alone!
Karen Nelson Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77098
I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, working with couples and partners impacted by the trauma of sex addiction.
Contrary to popular opinion that can characterize therapy as designed for unhealthy or dysfunctional people, my experience and belief is that therapy is for people seeking to improve their lives and their relationships. Whether it is a relationship with ourselves, with a spouse, partner, family or friends, many of us long for better connections and more empowerment in our lives. The good news is that we can learns skills to live more satisfying lives. Research on brain plasticity validates that we can change. Research also suggests we tend to do what we have already done, whether it works or not! Therapy can change this!
I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, working with couples and partners impacted by the trauma of sex addiction.
Contrary to popular opinion that can characterize therapy as designed for unhealthy or dysfunctional people, my experience and belief is that therapy is for people seeking to improve their lives and their relationships. Whether it is a relationship with ourselves, with a spouse, partner, family or friends, many of us long for better connections and more empowerment in our lives. The good news is that we can learns skills to live more satisfying lives. Research on brain plasticity validates that we can change. Research also suggests we tend to do what we have already done, whether it works or not! Therapy can change this!
Adrienne Parker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tomball, TX 77375 (Online Only)
I'm Adrienne Parker, and I've worked in mental health for over 9 years, providing individual, group, and family therapy. I have worked with various individuals giving treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Youth Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorder, Childhood PTSD, Trauma, Self Esteem, ODD, Stress Reduction, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Parents of Children with Special Needs. I use client-centered techniques, including TF-CBT, Imago Relationship Therapy, CBT, Psychotherapy, Brief Therapy, and ERP. I believe you are the expert on you, and I respect what your concept of "happy" looks like.
I'm Adrienne Parker, and I've worked in mental health for over 9 years, providing individual, group, and family therapy. I have worked with various individuals giving treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Youth Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorder, Childhood PTSD, Trauma, Self Esteem, ODD, Stress Reduction, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Parents of Children with Special Needs. I use client-centered techniques, including TF-CBT, Imago Relationship Therapy, CBT, Psychotherapy, Brief Therapy, and ERP. I believe you are the expert on you, and I respect what your concept of "happy" looks like.
Back On The Road Again LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
I believe in beginning therapy with a client by starting where they are at and partnering with them to set goals that are right for them. I am passionate about helping couples reconnect using Imago Relationship Therapy. I also have a passion for persons struggling with addiction or abusive relationships. For direct scheduling use this link: https://headway.co/providers/cherry-weaver
I believe in beginning therapy with a client by starting where they are at and partnering with them to set goals that are right for them. I am passionate about helping couples reconnect using Imago Relationship Therapy. I also have a passion for persons struggling with addiction or abusive relationships. For direct scheduling use this link: https://headway.co/providers/cherry-weaver
Jennifer E Josey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, CSAT, CCPS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS), EMDR +. When people have experienced abandonment and rejection from early in life to adulthood, it can create heartbreak and betrayal like no other. If you tend to get into destructive relationships where you end up hurt or end up hurting others, the grief, despair, and shame can be debilitating and overwhelming. It will be hard to show up in your relationships and be present. There will be struggles with relationships, with work, with children, and financial issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS), EMDR +. When people have experienced abandonment and rejection from early in life to adulthood, it can create heartbreak and betrayal like no other. If you tend to get into destructive relationships where you end up hurt or end up hurting others, the grief, despair, and shame can be debilitating and overwhelming. It will be hard to show up in your relationships and be present. There will be struggles with relationships, with work, with children, and financial issues.
Donna K Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
I have also worked in low cost clinics, in-patient substance abuse facilities, corporate wellness and private practice over the past 20 years.
Life can sometimes be complicated. Workplace stress, relationship challenges, financial difficulty and complicated family issues can become overwhelming, especially when you feel fatiqued, anxious, depressed, confused or alone. You may even begin to lose hope for the possibility of ever getting what you want and living a happy, productive life. A counselor can help you identify the root of the problems and develop steps toward their resolution. There is no reason to struggle through another day alone. Reach out for the support you need and we will work together to move you towards living the life you want to live.
I have also worked in low cost clinics, in-patient substance abuse facilities, corporate wellness and private practice over the past 20 years.
Life can sometimes be complicated. Workplace stress, relationship challenges, financial difficulty and complicated family issues can become overwhelming, especially when you feel fatiqued, anxious, depressed, confused or alone. You may even begin to lose hope for the possibility of ever getting what you want and living a happy, productive life. A counselor can help you identify the root of the problems and develop steps toward their resolution. There is no reason to struggle through another day alone. Reach out for the support you need and we will work together to move you towards living the life you want to live.
Gardner Counseling Services
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSW, LCDC, CSAT, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77018
About the Facilitator - Doris Gardner-Wilson, LCSW, LCDC, CSAT is a professional speaker, educator, workshop facilitator, certified sex addiction therapist and trained EMDR therapist with years of experience in the field. She currently has private practices in Houston and Katy, Texas and specializes in helping reduce symptoms of panic attacks, past traumas, PTSD phobia, depression, grief, severe anxiety, substance additions, process addictions and other debilitating mental challenges. Previous experience includes Memorial Hermann Prevention & Recovery Center (PaRC), The Right Step, Fort Bend Council of Alcohol & Drug abuse,
About the Facilitator - Doris Gardner-Wilson, LCSW, LCDC, CSAT is a professional speaker, educator, workshop facilitator, certified sex addiction therapist and trained EMDR therapist with years of experience in the field. She currently has private practices in Houston and Katy, Texas and specializes in helping reduce symptoms of panic attacks, past traumas, PTSD phobia, depression, grief, severe anxiety, substance additions, process addictions and other debilitating mental challenges. Previous experience includes Memorial Hermann Prevention & Recovery Center (PaRC), The Right Step, Fort Bend Council of Alcohol & Drug abuse,
Monique Torres
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in a variety of settings which include a clinic for the severely mentally ill, the City of Houston health department, a substance abuse rehabilitation center and a private practice.
For many, deciding to meet with a therapist is a big decision. Often times it is seen as a last resort. Talking to family and friends is not always the preferred way of dealing with a situation and that is when talking to a professional is something to consider. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, mood disorders, grief, PTSD, family dynamic problems, couples, parent-child relationships and more. I strive to help my clients learn the skills to work with whatever life throws at them.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in a variety of settings which include a clinic for the severely mentally ill, the City of Houston health department, a substance abuse rehabilitation center and a private practice.
For many, deciding to meet with a therapist is a big decision. Often times it is seen as a last resort. Talking to family and friends is not always the preferred way of dealing with a situation and that is when talking to a professional is something to consider. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, mood disorders, grief, PTSD, family dynamic problems, couples, parent-child relationships and more. I strive to help my clients learn the skills to work with whatever life throws at them.
Cy-Hope Counseling Center
Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LSSP, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
Cypress, TX 77429
From the moment a client enters our grounds, we strive to provide a warm, therapeutic, and inviting atmosphere. We have a variety of talented counselors and speech therapists with various specialties that allows us to match you with the therapist that is a fit for your needs. Whether you are faced with challenging and stressful relationships within your family, a personal need of a struggling child or family member, or an individual need for yourself, we have the right counselors for you. We look forward to working with you!
From the moment a client enters our grounds, we strive to provide a warm, therapeutic, and inviting atmosphere. We have a variety of talented counselors and speech therapists with various specialties that allows us to match you with the therapist that is a fit for your needs. Whether you are faced with challenging and stressful relationships within your family, a personal need of a struggling child or family member, or an individual need for yourself, we have the right counselors for you. We look forward to working with you!
Joni Villemez Comeaux
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC, NBCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montgomery, TX 77356
Joni offers a holistic approach to wellness in treating mind, body, spirit. She loves to be of service to those who wrestle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, co-dependency, unprocessed emotions/experiences, church hurt, eating disorders/disordered eating, addictions, alcohol abuse, alcohol use disorder and PTSD. Joni offers coaching and expansion work. Joni’s career, personal healing journey and life experiences allow for truly connecting & allowing space for client’s authentic nature to shine through.
Joni offers a holistic approach to wellness in treating mind, body, spirit. She loves to be of service to those who wrestle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, co-dependency, unprocessed emotions/experiences, church hurt, eating disorders/disordered eating, addictions, alcohol abuse, alcohol use disorder and PTSD. Joni offers coaching and expansion work. Joni’s career, personal healing journey and life experiences allow for truly connecting & allowing space for client’s authentic nature to shine through.
Peggy Halyard Houston Marriage Counseling Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, BBA, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
23 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
Sincerely listening to others & Marriage Couples Counseling is my passion. I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 25 years with a practice in the Houston & Clear Lake. I have had extensive training in couples' therapy and am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and a Couples Workshop Presenter. I am known for my extraordinary empathic style of connection as a therapist and workshop presenter. I provide counseling for individuals, couples in my private practice setting. My experience also includes working for Mental Health and Mental Retardation Agency at the Neuropsychiatric Center a 24-hour crisis hospital.
Sincerely listening to others & Marriage Couples Counseling is my passion. I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 25 years with a practice in the Houston & Clear Lake. I have had extensive training in couples' therapy and am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and a Couples Workshop Presenter. I am known for my extraordinary empathic style of connection as a therapist and workshop presenter. I provide counseling for individuals, couples in my private practice setting. My experience also includes working for Mental Health and Mental Retardation Agency at the Neuropsychiatric Center a 24-hour crisis hospital.
Kathy Gray LPC, LMFT, OTA, Sensory, EMDR & Imago
Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR , Neuro, Feedbac, IMAGO, Sensory
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kingwood, TX 77339
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal transformation is no small feat. The path to authentic happiness and fulfillment can be challenging, but the rewards are immeasurable. Imagine a life where your intentions seamlessly translate into the reality you desire, where communication flows effortlessly, focus sharpens, anxiety dissipates, and self-defeating behaviors become a thing of the past. I specialize in guiding individuals and families through the intricate terrain of emotional struggles. Our minds are intricately programmed, and we may need help untangling the knots that hinder a truly fulfilled life.
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal transformation is no small feat. The path to authentic happiness and fulfillment can be challenging, but the rewards are immeasurable. Imagine a life where your intentions seamlessly translate into the reality you desire, where communication flows effortlessly, focus sharpens, anxiety dissipates, and self-defeating behaviors become a thing of the past. I specialize in guiding individuals and families through the intricate terrain of emotional struggles. Our minds are intricately programmed, and we may need help untangling the knots that hinder a truly fulfilled life.
Angelina H Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-ATS, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Bellaire, TX 77401
Has your life not been going the way you planned? Perhaps the Covid-19 pandemic created new problems or dragged up unresolved issues. You may have spent countless hours on social media searching for relief for your loneliness, sadness, anger, shame and anxiety only to realize how easy it is to be influenced by false profiles, false information and alternative versions of reality. Even if you are not alone, perhaps you are feeling isolated because you are struggling in your marriage or other relationships and are wishing that you had better communication, emotional connection and intimacy. There is a way out of your pain and sufferin
Has your life not been going the way you planned? Perhaps the Covid-19 pandemic created new problems or dragged up unresolved issues. You may have spent countless hours on social media searching for relief for your loneliness, sadness, anger, shame and anxiety only to realize how easy it is to be influenced by false profiles, false information and alternative versions of reality. Even if you are not alone, perhaps you are feeling isolated because you are struggling in your marriage or other relationships and are wishing that you had better communication, emotional connection and intimacy. There is a way out of your pain and sufferin
Gina Marie Baiamonte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77063
Recognizing you need help is the first step towards healing. Asking for help is the next step that takes courage, strength and vulnerability. I welcome you to opening the door and stepping through the threshold of change and new insight. Together we will uncover long-standing behavior patterns or negative thinking that may be preventing you from experiencing a more satisfying life. I work from a holistic perspective with adults, individuals and couples, specializing in Trauma, PTSD, Panic, Depression, Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Grief, BiPolar, ADHD, Life-Purpose, Codependency, Business Entrepreneurial Counseling and Creative Population.
Recognizing you need help is the first step towards healing. Asking for help is the next step that takes courage, strength and vulnerability. I welcome you to opening the door and stepping through the threshold of change and new insight. Together we will uncover long-standing behavior patterns or negative thinking that may be preventing you from experiencing a more satisfying life. I work from a holistic perspective with adults, individuals and couples, specializing in Trauma, PTSD, Panic, Depression, Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Grief, BiPolar, ADHD, Life-Purpose, Codependency, Business Entrepreneurial Counseling and Creative Population.
Dr. Angelica Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
Email/Call. Are you struggling with things in life? Let’s talk about it! Maybe even a walk and talk session. My office space is a completely judgement free zone! Do you feel like you can’t be open about your life struggles and are trying to figure out an open space to go through this journey? I am here for you to hold the space and listen. I support and welcome with open arms pre-teens, teens, SA & DV Survivors, Trauma survivors & LGBTQIA+ Community. My goal is to create a space to help heal. I am an LPC and hold a PhD in Philosophy with emphasis in Clinical Sexology and a Masters in Counseling.
Email/Call. Are you struggling with things in life? Let’s talk about it! Maybe even a walk and talk session. My office space is a completely judgement free zone! Do you feel like you can’t be open about your life struggles and are trying to figure out an open space to go through this journey? I am here for you to hold the space and listen. I support and welcome with open arms pre-teens, teens, SA & DV Survivors, Trauma survivors & LGBTQIA+ Community. My goal is to create a space to help heal. I am an LPC and hold a PhD in Philosophy with emphasis in Clinical Sexology and a Masters in Counseling.
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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.