Therapists in Collin County, TX
Lisa Godasi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75023
Waitlist for new clients
Contact me for help in rebuilding relationships, managing trauma, substance abuse recovery, and crisis.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, I specialize in marital therapy, anxiety disorders, substance abuse recovery, family systems, and trauma work. I have spent the last twenty years serving adults, couples, children, and teens in a variety of settings, including Home-Based Family Preservation Services, community mental health family services, and outpatient private practice. My focus is to utilize all members of a family to strengthen and rebuild relationships.
Contact me for help in rebuilding relationships, managing trauma, substance abuse recovery, and crisis.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, I specialize in marital therapy, anxiety disorders, substance abuse recovery, family systems, and trauma work. I have spent the last twenty years serving adults, couples, children, and teens in a variety of settings, including Home-Based Family Preservation Services, community mental health family services, and outpatient private practice. My focus is to utilize all members of a family to strengthen and rebuild relationships.
Lydia K Clemmons
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
I have 30 years experience working in the addictions field specializing in Early Recovery, Chronic Relapse and Family Support. Perhaps you are unsure if addiction is a problem for you, Perhaps your a family member who has a loved one who is active in addiction and need support for yourself. I provide Intervention Services, Assessments and Treatment Recommendations. Regardless who you are, there is hope and I am here to help. With 30 years of personal recovery, it is my passion to help clients develop the skills they need to be successful in long term sobriety and help families heal.
I have 30 years experience working in the addictions field specializing in Early Recovery, Chronic Relapse and Family Support. Perhaps you are unsure if addiction is a problem for you, Perhaps your a family member who has a loved one who is active in addiction and need support for yourself. I provide Intervention Services, Assessments and Treatment Recommendations. Regardless who you are, there is hope and I am here to help. With 30 years of personal recovery, it is my passion to help clients develop the skills they need to be successful in long term sobriety and help families heal.
Nancy Lownds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
As a licensed clinical social worker in Texas, I have 20 years of experience that includes working in Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospitals specializing in trauma and substance use disorders, and Outpatient Programs in trauma and addiction. I have worked with co-occurring disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety, PTSD and addiction. I grew up in Atlanta, Georgia and attended the University of Georgia for my BSW degree and The University of Texas in Arlington for my MSSW degree. I am trained in CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Trauma Model Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.
As a licensed clinical social worker in Texas, I have 20 years of experience that includes working in Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospitals specializing in trauma and substance use disorders, and Outpatient Programs in trauma and addiction. I have worked with co-occurring disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety, PTSD and addiction. I grew up in Atlanta, Georgia and attended the University of Georgia for my BSW degree and The University of Texas in Arlington for my MSSW degree. I am trained in CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Trauma Model Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.
Jennifer Chelgren
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
As a dual-degreed Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and more significantly, a person celebrating over a decade IN RECOVERY from addiction, I offer a unique perspective to those seeking a life free from addiction, or if you are just Sober Curious. I utilize individually targeted pathways and modalities (not everyone recovers the same way), combined with holistic and spiritual (if you choose) approaches for you or your loved ones. With the goal of recovery, we (together) will explore and process substance use/abuse, familial and marital history/complications, trauma, grief, relapse prevention, etc. JUDGEMENT FREE ZONE!
As a dual-degreed Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and more significantly, a person celebrating over a decade IN RECOVERY from addiction, I offer a unique perspective to those seeking a life free from addiction, or if you are just Sober Curious. I utilize individually targeted pathways and modalities (not everyone recovers the same way), combined with holistic and spiritual (if you choose) approaches for you or your loved ones. With the goal of recovery, we (together) will explore and process substance use/abuse, familial and marital history/complications, trauma, grief, relapse prevention, etc. JUDGEMENT FREE ZONE!
Megan Aul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Everyone struggles with relationship issues, anxiety/worry, work stress, substance use, or uncomfortable feelings. It can also be extremely difficult to find balance and perspective sometimes, especially within the current environment. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in collaborating with a therapist to identify creative solutions to current life issues and circumstances.
Everyone struggles with relationship issues, anxiety/worry, work stress, substance use, or uncomfortable feelings. It can also be extremely difficult to find balance and perspective sometimes, especially within the current environment. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in collaborating with a therapist to identify creative solutions to current life issues and circumstances.
Doreen Ann Diego
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75034 (Online Only)
Extensive experience in working with Individuals/Families with an array of Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse issues.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist licensed in both California and Texas, I have over 25 years of experience providing Clinical Counseling and Supervision to interns. Are you struggling in your job, in your relationship(s), with infidelity, or with an overall dissatisfaction in life? Has parenting caused strife and division between you, your partner, or your child's school? Have you had substance abuse issues or Child Custody & Visitation issues? Are you an intern in need of clinical supervision? If any of these sound familiar, please know that you are not alone! By addressing today's problem, you prevent tomorrow's crisis.
Extensive experience in working with Individuals/Families with an array of Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse issues.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist licensed in both California and Texas, I have over 25 years of experience providing Clinical Counseling and Supervision to interns. Are you struggling in your job, in your relationship(s), with infidelity, or with an overall dissatisfaction in life? Has parenting caused strife and division between you, your partner, or your child's school? Have you had substance abuse issues or Child Custody & Visitation issues? Are you an intern in need of clinical supervision? If any of these sound familiar, please know that you are not alone! By addressing today's problem, you prevent tomorrow's crisis.
Audrey H Atkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75075
Treatment specializations include:
Addiction & Recovery (Drug, Alcohol, Food, Sex, Gambling, Exercise, Work, Religion, etc.
As a top honors graduate from Texas Wesleyan University, I have been trained by some of the best licensed professionals in the mental health field today. Having done my graduate practicum at Sante Center for Healing, I learned that treating clients from a holistic perspective gives them the skills they need in all areas to address their greatest concerns. As a client of mine, you will be asked to be an active participant in your therapy. The vast majority of my clients report more happiness and positive changes in their lives after only a short time as my client.
Treatment specializations include:
Addiction & Recovery (Drug, Alcohol, Food, Sex, Gambling, Exercise, Work, Religion, etc.
As a top honors graduate from Texas Wesleyan University, I have been trained by some of the best licensed professionals in the mental health field today. Having done my graduate practicum at Sante Center for Healing, I learned that treating clients from a holistic perspective gives them the skills they need in all areas to address their greatest concerns. As a client of mine, you will be asked to be an active participant in your therapy. The vast majority of my clients report more happiness and positive changes in their lives after only a short time as my client.
Zen Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, LCDC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Greetings! I am Clara, and I am deeply committed to aiding others and derive satisfaction from providing something of value that enhances your existence. I assist people in overcoming daily and life challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, LGBTQ issues, life transitions, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorder (addiction), and trauma. I support the promotion of mental health, which includes psychological, emotional, social, and wellness dimensions, in order to assist people in improving their overall well-being.
Greetings! I am Clara, and I am deeply committed to aiding others and derive satisfaction from providing something of value that enhances your existence. I assist people in overcoming daily and life challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, LGBTQ issues, life transitions, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorder (addiction), and trauma. I support the promotion of mental health, which includes psychological, emotional, social, and wellness dimensions, in order to assist people in improving their overall well-being.
Prime Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, NCC, MBA, EMDR
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
It is common for our clients to be struggling with active addiction, self-harm, suicidal ideation, broken relationships, psychiatric hospital visits, illegal activity, sexual assault, etc.
We are experts at helping you heal from unwanted and unhealthy behaviors. Our team specializes in distinct behaviors and diagnoses that allow us to treat what you are struggling with. Our clients have typically been to multiple treatment centers, therapists, psychologists, hospitals, etc. and none have been able to completely understand. Collaboration is a strong focus to ensure that both you as an individual and your family unit sprint towards a healthy state. We often have calls with psychiatrists, other therapists, recovery coaches, and family members to ensure we fully understand the history and current state.
It is common for our clients to be struggling with active addiction, self-harm, suicidal ideation, broken relationships, psychiatric hospital visits, illegal activity, sexual assault, etc.
We are experts at helping you heal from unwanted and unhealthy behaviors. Our team specializes in distinct behaviors and diagnoses that allow us to treat what you are struggling with. Our clients have typically been to multiple treatment centers, therapists, psychologists, hospitals, etc. and none have been able to completely understand. Collaboration is a strong focus to ensure that both you as an individual and your family unit sprint towards a healthy state. We often have calls with psychiatrists, other therapists, recovery coaches, and family members to ensure we fully understand the history and current state.
Whitney Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75023
My specialities include eating disorders, anxiety, depression, addiction, body image, relationship issues, infidelity, chronic pain, neurodivergence, women's issues, leadership, personal growth, and the enneagram.
Hello there! I’m Whitney and I’m the founder of Brave Haven Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Consultant, and am EMDR Trained. I am so glad you have taken some of your valuable time to find a therapist. It is such a courageous endeavor to ask for help and I am here to help you along your journey. My clinical experience has allowed me to work with people of all ages, races, genders, socioeconomic statuses, body sizes, and sexual orientations at all levels of care. Through this work I have gained immense compassion and love for the human experience.
My specialities include eating disorders, anxiety, depression, addiction, body image, relationship issues, infidelity, chronic pain, neurodivergence, women's issues, leadership, personal growth, and the enneagram.
Hello there! I’m Whitney and I’m the founder of Brave Haven Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Consultant, and am EMDR Trained. I am so glad you have taken some of your valuable time to find a therapist. It is such a courageous endeavor to ask for help and I am here to help you along your journey. My clinical experience has allowed me to work with people of all ages, races, genders, socioeconomic statuses, body sizes, and sexual orientations at all levels of care. Through this work I have gained immense compassion and love for the human experience.
Dr. Jovaria Baig
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75025 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt sad? Anxious? Nervous? lonely? Have you ever had severe racing thoughts? Well, I have experience working with: Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Oppositional defiance, Relationship Issues, Suicidal, self harm, Bipolar, Alcohol and Drug related issues, Trauma, Domestic Violence issues, Multi-cultural issues, and Addiction related issues.
Have you been feeling lonely, sad, or depressed? I help individuals understand and cope with issues including anxiety, depression, anger, and loss/grief. I have helped adolescents, college students, and adults with diagnosis such as Bipolar I disorder, Severe Depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The clients I saw said I am helpful, encouraging, and witty. I am very understanding, empathize, and utilize CBT, family therapy, feminist therapy, and Gottman Marriage Therapy. Pain, hurt, loss, and suffering are not emotions you have to go through alone. I am here and You are Not alone! Please call or email me I am accepting all new clients.
Have you ever felt sad? Anxious? Nervous? lonely? Have you ever had severe racing thoughts? Well, I have experience working with: Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Oppositional defiance, Relationship Issues, Suicidal, self harm, Bipolar, Alcohol and Drug related issues, Trauma, Domestic Violence issues, Multi-cultural issues, and Addiction related issues.
Have you been feeling lonely, sad, or depressed? I help individuals understand and cope with issues including anxiety, depression, anger, and loss/grief. I have helped adolescents, college students, and adults with diagnosis such as Bipolar I disorder, Severe Depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The clients I saw said I am helpful, encouraging, and witty. I am very understanding, empathize, and utilize CBT, family therapy, feminist therapy, and Gottman Marriage Therapy. Pain, hurt, loss, and suffering are not emotions you have to go through alone. I am here and You are Not alone! Please call or email me I am accepting all new clients.
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Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD Stu, MS-CMHC, LCDC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Vital aspects of addiction include wellness maintenance and relapse prevention.
Rehab/Hospital/Inpatient/Outpatient aftercare/support. Drug testing. Interventions, Assessments, SUEs (Substance Use Evaluations). Court-mandated BIPP (Battering Intervention) individual & group. Domestic Violence, Anger Mgt, Depression, Suicidal, Crisis/Trauma, Behavioral Mgt. Providing a confidential setting of understanding, nonjudgement, and patience provides the canvas and foundation for problem-solving and lasting change. There is no "cookie-cutter" technique, so every Client is given the utmost attention and consideration in order to provide the best service possible. You're not alone. I share the journey with you.
Vital aspects of addiction include wellness maintenance and relapse prevention.
Rehab/Hospital/Inpatient/Outpatient aftercare/support. Drug testing. Interventions, Assessments, SUEs (Substance Use Evaluations). Court-mandated BIPP (Battering Intervention) individual & group. Domestic Violence, Anger Mgt, Depression, Suicidal, Crisis/Trauma, Behavioral Mgt. Providing a confidential setting of understanding, nonjudgement, and patience provides the canvas and foundation for problem-solving and lasting change. There is no "cookie-cutter" technique, so every Client is given the utmost attention and consideration in order to provide the best service possible. You're not alone. I share the journey with you.
CHART Counseling Services, Candace Thurman, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Your happy mask won’t cover up your unresolved trauma, family issues, stress, mental health and/or substance abuse issues.
If you are exploring therapy options for you and/or your loved one, then I guess it is safe to say that you are at the point where you feel you’ve tried and tried to fix the same issues only to gain limited to no success. Our goal at CHART Counseling Services is Creating Hope And Restoring Trust. I specialize in helping individuals; young and old, families, and couples gain the necessary tools/skills to be an effective communicator, become assertive, set boundaries, increase confidence and self-esteem, and more importantly become overall mentally fit to face day to day life challenges.
Your happy mask won’t cover up your unresolved trauma, family issues, stress, mental health and/or substance abuse issues.
If you are exploring therapy options for you and/or your loved one, then I guess it is safe to say that you are at the point where you feel you’ve tried and tried to fix the same issues only to gain limited to no success. Our goal at CHART Counseling Services is Creating Hope And Restoring Trust. I specialize in helping individuals; young and old, families, and couples gain the necessary tools/skills to be an effective communicator, become assertive, set boundaries, increase confidence and self-esteem, and more importantly become overall mentally fit to face day to day life challenges.
Feda Shawwa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75024
"When the flower blooms, the bees come uninvited" Ramakrishna I work successfully with child, adolescents and adults to overcome difficult problems with addiction, anxiety, depression, divorce loss, lack of focus, posttraumatic stress (PTSD) and relationship problems. It is common to struggle with more than one problem at once. My expertise is cognitive behavioral, client-centered, and insight oriented interventions which allows me to help people resolve compounding problems through integrative and effective approach. My passion is working with complex trauma, extremely intense emotions and addiction. I am committed to helping you feel better, uncover your potential and achieve meaningful goals.
"When the flower blooms, the bees come uninvited" Ramakrishna I work successfully with child, adolescents and adults to overcome difficult problems with addiction, anxiety, depression, divorce loss, lack of focus, posttraumatic stress (PTSD) and relationship problems. It is common to struggle with more than one problem at once. My expertise is cognitive behavioral, client-centered, and insight oriented interventions which allows me to help people resolve compounding problems through integrative and effective approach. My passion is working with complex trauma, extremely intense emotions and addiction. I am committed to helping you feel better, uncover your potential and achieve meaningful goals.
Lagniappe Counseling & Community Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
In addition to counseling we offer anger management classes, parenting classes, substance abuse assessments and social skills groups.
While we can't always control life's circumstances, we can learn to control how we react and respond to them. We are all affected by our past, but that does not have to determine who we are now. Through research based therapy we strive to take the client on a journey of self exploration leading toward change that will positively impact their life.
In addition to counseling we offer anger management classes, parenting classes, substance abuse assessments and social skills groups.
While we can't always control life's circumstances, we can learn to control how we react and respond to them. We are all affected by our past, but that does not have to determine who we are now. Through research based therapy we strive to take the client on a journey of self exploration leading toward change that will positively impact their life.
Janice Caudill
Psychologist, PhD, CSAT-S, CCPS-S, CPTT-S, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
McKinney Counseling & Recovery therapists specialize in helping individuals and couples heal from sex and pornography addiction, partner betrayal trauma, infidelity, intimacy anorexia, and attachment and family-of-origin issues.
Is pornography, sexual compulsivity, or infidelity destroying your marriage? Feeling hurt, angry, betrayed? Want things to change but not sure how? You might try to deny that there really is a problem, but the worries that wake you in the middle of the night tell a different story. If you're tired of fighting the same battles and no longer believe the promises that next time will be different, the task ahead of you may seem overwhelming - but hope and help are available.
McKinney Counseling & Recovery therapists specialize in helping individuals and couples heal from sex and pornography addiction, partner betrayal trauma, infidelity, intimacy anorexia, and attachment and family-of-origin issues.
Is pornography, sexual compulsivity, or infidelity destroying your marriage? Feeling hurt, angry, betrayed? Want things to change but not sure how? You might try to deny that there really is a problem, but the worries that wake you in the middle of the night tell a different story. If you're tired of fighting the same battles and no longer believe the promises that next time will be different, the task ahead of you may seem overwhelming - but hope and help are available.
Susie Hair, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CEDS
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Since 2002, I have been in private practice specializing in eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, & depression.
I believe we all have the ability to change and create the life we desire. I am known for taking a more active approach, and yet I understand each person needs to go at their own pace. Providing a warm, safe environment is essential for building trust. It is my goal to build that trust and help guide you to achieve your goals and dreams. It is never too late to discover your authentic self. I have witnessed first hand clients achieve dreams they never thought possible.
Since 2002, I have been in private practice specializing in eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, & depression.
I believe we all have the ability to change and create the life we desire. I am known for taking a more active approach, and yet I understand each person needs to go at their own pace. Providing a warm, safe environment is essential for building trust. It is my goal to build that trust and help guide you to achieve your goals and dreams. It is never too late to discover your authentic self. I have witnessed first hand clients achieve dreams they never thought possible.
Ruby Bouie Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
I provide a compassionate therapeutic environment that invites you to explore and to seek solution to resolve those struggles and challenges. I listen to our narrative and your desires in our collaborative process. I offer you a safe and an affirming environment that facilitates and nurtures practical and realistic therapeutic goals. As I empower you, we cope with issues such as addiction, love and relationship problems, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, and infidelity.
I provide a compassionate therapeutic environment that invites you to explore and to seek solution to resolve those struggles and challenges. I listen to our narrative and your desires in our collaborative process. I offer you a safe and an affirming environment that facilitates and nurtures practical and realistic therapeutic goals. As I empower you, we cope with issues such as addiction, love and relationship problems, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, and infidelity.
Tannaz Moein
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
With a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Science of Counseling from Southern Methodist University, Dr. Moein works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. Dr. Moein has also gained advanced training in substance dependency and adolescence counseling. In psychotherapy, Tannaz pays close attention to the importance of whole and complete system of individuals. She believes in experiences, consciousness, and that people are creative and can shape their personality. Her approach to counseling is to help clients believe that individuals have within themselves the capacity for growth through better understanding of themselves, development of better relationships, and encouragement.
With a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Science of Counseling from Southern Methodist University, Dr. Moein works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. Dr. Moein has also gained advanced training in substance dependency and adolescence counseling. In psychotherapy, Tannaz pays close attention to the importance of whole and complete system of individuals. She believes in experiences, consciousness, and that people are creative and can shape their personality. Her approach to counseling is to help clients believe that individuals have within themselves the capacity for growth through better understanding of themselves, development of better relationships, and encouragement.
Christy Findlay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
My areas of specialization include Anxiety and Depression, Trauma/Abuse/PTSD, Relationships Issues, Substance Abuse, Parenting Issues, Stress and Lifestyle Management, Grief and Bereavement, and Phase of Life Transitions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, with a Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a National Certified Counselor. I am here to help you experience healthy change in your life through talk therapy. I can help you learn how to have a more positive outlook, develop healthy coping skills, deal with stress management, and cope with anxiety, depression and addiction.
My areas of specialization include Anxiety and Depression, Trauma/Abuse/PTSD, Relationships Issues, Substance Abuse, Parenting Issues, Stress and Lifestyle Management, Grief and Bereavement, and Phase of Life Transitions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, with a Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a National Certified Counselor. I am here to help you experience healthy change in your life through talk therapy. I can help you learn how to have a more positive outlook, develop healthy coping skills, deal with stress management, and cope with anxiety, depression and addiction.
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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.