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Clearhope Counseling & Wellness Center, Pasadena
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LMT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
La Porte, TX 77571
Clearhope Counseling & Wellness Center Pasadena exists to remove access barriers to high-quality mental health services. We are a team of experts eager to partner with clients from all backgrounds, needs, and experiences in their journey to hope and healing.
Clearhope Counseling & Wellness Center Pasadena exists to remove access barriers to high-quality mental health services. We are a team of experts eager to partner with clients from all backgrounds, needs, and experiences in their journey to hope and healing.
(281) 549-8208 View (281) 549-8208

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Stephanie S Tyler, Licensed Professional Counselor in La Porte, TX
Stephanie S Tyler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Webster, TX 77598  (Online Only)
I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual, and so I have been trained in a range of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (including Trauma Focused CBT),Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy, Substance Use and Abuse (Addiction), Play Therapy, and have a collective applied experience.
When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to feel like it unraveling or falling apart. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress. I possess an ability to connect with an individual, regardless of what differences we may have, we have life in common. I help my clients, which includes children, adolescents, and adults, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, & whole
I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual, and so I have been trained in a range of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (including Trauma Focused CBT),Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy, Substance Use and Abuse (Addiction), Play Therapy, and have a collective applied experience.
When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to feel like it unraveling or falling apart. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress. I possess an ability to connect with an individual, regardless of what differences we may have, we have life in common. I help my clients, which includes children, adolescents, and adults, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, & whole
(346) 815-2656 View (346) 815-2656
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Achieving Greatness Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598
I am from a family of dysfunction, addiction, and trauma.
If you are anything like me when I was in my lowest place, I sought therapy. Nobody helped me identify the root, they only focused on the surface issues. It seemed to add more suffering on top of an already distraught situation. Suffering sucks! Life was made for living. I was tired of losing out because of what others had done to me or because I couldn’t get the solutions to my issues! If you are committed to your healing and recovery, I will take you through every step of the process to go from victim to victor! It is so exciting to be able to assist those who are tired of suffering and losing years and decades of their lives.
I am from a family of dysfunction, addiction, and trauma.
If you are anything like me when I was in my lowest place, I sought therapy. Nobody helped me identify the root, they only focused on the surface issues. It seemed to add more suffering on top of an already distraught situation. Suffering sucks! Life was made for living. I was tired of losing out because of what others had done to me or because I couldn’t get the solutions to my issues! If you are committed to your healing and recovery, I will take you through every step of the process to go from victim to victor! It is so exciting to be able to assist those who are tired of suffering and losing years and decades of their lives.
(281) 377-0743 View (281) 377-0743
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Stephanie R Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S, CSAT , SEP, CDWF
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
That painful event keeps replaying over and over in your head. You can’t stop seeing the images of it. Thoughts of what you could have done differently play on repeat. They force their way into your mind, leaving you overwhelmed, panicked, and burnt out. The triggers are everywhere and anxiety and depression feel like they’re constantly looming over you. If you could just let it go maybe you could move on with your life. You no longer want to carry the weight of what happened but to enjoy the things you once loved.
That painful event keeps replaying over and over in your head. You can’t stop seeing the images of it. Thoughts of what you could have done differently play on repeat. They force their way into your mind, leaving you overwhelmed, panicked, and burnt out. The triggers are everywhere and anxiety and depression feel like they’re constantly looming over you. If you could just let it go maybe you could move on with your life. You no longer want to carry the weight of what happened but to enjoy the things you once loved.
(281) 810-3613 View (281) 810-3613
Clearhope Counseling Center, 501 C3
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, TX 77505
Clearhope exists to remove access barriers to high-quality mental health services. If it is bothering you, we want to help. We deliver trauma-informed, client-centered services to help you friend the strength and hope for healing and wellness.
Clearhope exists to remove access barriers to high-quality mental health services. If it is bothering you, we want to help. We deliver trauma-informed, client-centered services to help you friend the strength and hope for healing and wellness.
(281) 886-0438 View (281) 886-0438
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EMDR Therapy With Corinna Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CART, EMDR tr
Verified Verified
Seabrook, TX 77586
As an Individual, Couples and Family Therapist, I utilize evidence-based theories to assist in the journey of healing. Speciality training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Therapy, CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I am also a Family Mediator, Parent Coordinator and Parenting Facilitator assigned by the family courts in Texas.
As an Individual, Couples and Family Therapist, I utilize evidence-based theories to assist in the journey of healing. Speciality training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Therapy, CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I am also a Family Mediator, Parent Coordinator and Parenting Facilitator assigned by the family courts in Texas.
(832) 219-8174 View (832) 219-8174
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Brian Schulz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPHA, LPC, LCDC, CCPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
If you are not at your best right now, feeling bored, sad, anxious, unmotivated, or even helpless, please give me a call. We can set up a free phone consultation and if you're interested, a first appointment. Counseling can help individuals, couples, and families dealing with difficult times and behavioral challenges. Call now to set up your first appointment. You can make a change and counseling can help. Your goals are my goals! Happiness is something we create. No one can make you happy. You create your happiness. There is hope. Hopeful Texas, PLLC
If you are not at your best right now, feeling bored, sad, anxious, unmotivated, or even helpless, please give me a call. We can set up a free phone consultation and if you're interested, a first appointment. Counseling can help individuals, couples, and families dealing with difficult times and behavioral challenges. Call now to set up your first appointment. You can make a change and counseling can help. Your goals are my goals! Happiness is something we create. No one can make you happy. You create your happiness. There is hope. Hopeful Texas, PLLC
(281) 549-4705 View (281) 549-4705
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Dr. Vincent Ray Newman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
Hi, Making the first move for help is always the most difficult. A little about myself, I have lived and learned multiculturalism from my stay in various cities and abroad. From my experiences combined with my training and education has helped me become very effective when helping those in need of intervention. I specialize in problems with children, adolescents, adults, marraige, relationships, and family problems, depression, dissociative, and behavioral disorders.
Hi, Making the first move for help is always the most difficult. A little about myself, I have lived and learned multiculturalism from my stay in various cities and abroad. From my experiences combined with my training and education has helped me become very effective when helping those in need of intervention. I specialize in problems with children, adolescents, adults, marraige, relationships, and family problems, depression, dissociative, and behavioral disorders.
(281) 394-1674 View (281) 394-1674
Photo of Gulf Shore Hypnosis in La Porte, TX
Gulf Shore Hypnosis
MS, CH
Verified Verified
Deer Park, TX 77536
Our ideal customer should be interested in learning how to take control and eliminate unwanted habits through hypnosis. People who are struggling with making their lives better or healthier, and know there is a better way. Lose weight with hypnosis - different, effective, and practical. Make your weight loss aggravation disappear with hypnotic weight loss. It's the one you will do. Quit smoking with hypnosis. Our smoking cessation hypnosis program has helped thousands of people to stop smoking permanently. Stress be gone! Learn to relax, relieve, and release your stress and anxiety with hypnosis.
Our ideal customer should be interested in learning how to take control and eliminate unwanted habits through hypnosis. People who are struggling with making their lives better or healthier, and know there is a better way. Lose weight with hypnosis - different, effective, and practical. Make your weight loss aggravation disappear with hypnotic weight loss. It's the one you will do. Quit smoking with hypnosis. Our smoking cessation hypnosis program has helped thousands of people to stop smoking permanently. Stress be gone! Learn to relax, relieve, and release your stress and anxiety with hypnosis.
(346) 209-4949 View (346) 209-4949
Photo of Donna J. Henn, M.S., LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor in La Porte, TX
Donna J. Henn, M.S., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
Consider that the path to pursue your passions and dreams is actually within your reach. What if you could begin this process today, and no longer carry burdens from the past with you? Past traumatic experiences often leave an imprint on the mind/body in such a way that present-day stressors can easily trigger a recurrent emotional/physical stress response. Each environmental trigger validates an automatic physical stress response because the central nervous system is pre-set/pre-wired to be ON ALERT. Stress can be cumulative and create illness or a disease process over time (i.e., fibromyalgia, CFIDS, autoimmune response, etc.).
Consider that the path to pursue your passions and dreams is actually within your reach. What if you could begin this process today, and no longer carry burdens from the past with you? Past traumatic experiences often leave an imprint on the mind/body in such a way that present-day stressors can easily trigger a recurrent emotional/physical stress response. Each environmental trigger validates an automatic physical stress response because the central nervous system is pre-set/pre-wired to be ON ALERT. Stress can be cumulative and create illness or a disease process over time (i.e., fibromyalgia, CFIDS, autoimmune response, etc.).
(832) 769-0317 View (832) 769-0317

Online Therapists

Photo of Dr. Laquinta Milson, Licensed Professional Counselor in La Porte, TX
Dr. Laquinta Milson
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77098
She specializes in sex therapy, addiction, relationship issues, infidelity, non-monogamy, sex work, kink and BDSM.
Therapy gives us an opportunity to look at the problem areas in our lives in a safe and non-judgmental environment so that we can find ways to make the changes we desire. As a licensed professional counselor with years of experience working with individuals, couples and families, Dr. Milson helps manage the feelings associated with life's struggles; recognize, understand, and change self-defeating patterns; heal past pain; discover and foster inner strength; and learn new ways to cope that allow a person to live authentically.
She specializes in sex therapy, addiction, relationship issues, infidelity, non-monogamy, sex work, kink and BDSM.
Therapy gives us an opportunity to look at the problem areas in our lives in a safe and non-judgmental environment so that we can find ways to make the changes we desire. As a licensed professional counselor with years of experience working with individuals, couples and families, Dr. Milson helps manage the feelings associated with life's struggles; recognize, understand, and change self-defeating patterns; heal past pain; discover and foster inner strength; and learn new ways to cope that allow a person to live authentically.
(832) 558-3318 View (832) 558-3318
Photo of Desmond White, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in La Porte, TX
Desmond White
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MHFAI, CART, MAC, SAP, CSOTS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77284
If you're tired of putting your life or relationships at risk because of alcohol and drug use or compulsive sexual behavior, I can help. You don't have to live in secrecy and silence regarding your behavior. I know how overwhelming it can be to seek out help. I also know how brave it is to work to regain trust in your relationships and to stop engaging in unwanted behaviors. Whether you're sure or not that you're dealing with an addiction, I'll help you through this. Contact me today to start your recovery journey.
If you're tired of putting your life or relationships at risk because of alcohol and drug use or compulsive sexual behavior, I can help. You don't have to live in secrecy and silence regarding your behavior. I know how overwhelming it can be to seek out help. I also know how brave it is to work to regain trust in your relationships and to stop engaging in unwanted behaviors. Whether you're sure or not that you're dealing with an addiction, I'll help you through this. Contact me today to start your recovery journey.
(281) 783-3124 View (281) 783-3124
Photo of Adrienne Parker, Licensed Professional Counselor in La Porte, TX
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.
(832) 604-0959 View (832) 604-0959
Photo of Shea McTaggart, Psychologist in La Porte, TX
Shea McTaggart
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
Welcome and congratulations on taking a big step towards helping yourself. My goal is to help you lead a more satisfied and meaningful life. I am a licensed psychologist with seventeen years of experience in various mental health settings including community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, substance abuse treatment centers, state psychiatric and medical hospitals. I am experienced and enjoy working with a wide variety of issues particularly, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, grief and loss, addiction and recovery, health psychology, neuropsychology, young professionals, and life transitions.
Welcome and congratulations on taking a big step towards helping yourself. My goal is to help you lead a more satisfied and meaningful life. I am a licensed psychologist with seventeen years of experience in various mental health settings including community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, substance abuse treatment centers, state psychiatric and medical hospitals. I am experienced and enjoy working with a wide variety of issues particularly, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, grief and loss, addiction and recovery, health psychology, neuropsychology, young professionals, and life transitions.
(832) 281-4367 View (832) 281-4367
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Bryant Hyland Packard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77063
To accomplish the change you want, will require bravery and vulnerability. Asking for help takes courage you are worth it! You can do your work now, or at the next relationship, or the work can “do you”. Experience with adults, adolescents, individuals, couples and families, specializing in Trauma, PTSD, Panic, Depression, Anxiety, Marital Conflict, Grief, Bi-Polar, ADHD, Sex & Love Addiction, Codependency and Relationship Issues. My passion is helping you actualize your authentic self, focused on your values, disempowering stories we tell ourselves to truly accomplish your ultimate goals and a life worth living.
To accomplish the change you want, will require bravery and vulnerability. Asking for help takes courage you are worth it! You can do your work now, or at the next relationship, or the work can “do you”. Experience with adults, adolescents, individuals, couples and families, specializing in Trauma, PTSD, Panic, Depression, Anxiety, Marital Conflict, Grief, Bi-Polar, ADHD, Sex & Love Addiction, Codependency and Relationship Issues. My passion is helping you actualize your authentic self, focused on your values, disempowering stories we tell ourselves to truly accomplish your ultimate goals and a life worth living.
(832) 409-2023 View (832) 409-2023
Photo of Paula Garcia, Licensed Professional Counselor in La Porte, TX
Paula Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008
I have experience working with the substance using population by helping them rediscover new ways to cope and live a healthy lifestyle.
It can seem difficult at times to seek help but it can also be the bravest move you make. Our stories are never finished and we can keep writing new chapters and going in new directions with a little bit of guidance. Whether we are stuck because of current stressors or struggling due to life-long obstacles, it is never a bad time to ask for help and work through them. My goals are to inspire clients to write a more meaningful story according to their values and beliefs.
I have experience working with the substance using population by helping them rediscover new ways to cope and live a healthy lifestyle.
It can seem difficult at times to seek help but it can also be the bravest move you make. Our stories are never finished and we can keep writing new chapters and going in new directions with a little bit of guidance. Whether we are stuck because of current stressors or struggling due to life-long obstacles, it is never a bad time to ask for help and work through them. My goals are to inspire clients to write a more meaningful story according to their values and beliefs.
(346) 361-1744 View (346) 361-1744
Photo of Madonna M. Yancey, Licensed Professional Counselor in La Porte, TX
Madonna M. Yancey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, NCC, MAC, BCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459  (Online Only)
If you are struggling with addiction wanting to stay sober, feeling stressed may be making recovery difficult.
The changes one faces in confronting the COVID-19 health crisis can be overwhelming generating anxiety, depression and fear. Our experienced team of licensed therapists provide rapid access to fee for service phone support/counseling in the comfort of your home by phone. One call is all it takes to access one of our seasoned clinician who have the skills/experience to connect with you by phone in a meaningful ways that can help arm you with coping strategies you need to help you face the emerging health crisis. If you are experiencing difficulty managing your mood as you respond to today's threat, we want to help.
If you are struggling with addiction wanting to stay sober, feeling stressed may be making recovery difficult.
The changes one faces in confronting the COVID-19 health crisis can be overwhelming generating anxiety, depression and fear. Our experienced team of licensed therapists provide rapid access to fee for service phone support/counseling in the comfort of your home by phone. One call is all it takes to access one of our seasoned clinician who have the skills/experience to connect with you by phone in a meaningful ways that can help arm you with coping strategies you need to help you face the emerging health crisis. If you are experiencing difficulty managing your mood as you respond to today's threat, we want to help.
(713) 955-1346 View (713) 955-1346
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Bettison and Bettison of TX Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SAP, CADC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77057
began practicing the "The healing Arts of Psychotherapy and Substance Abuse Services January 2003 in Houston TX.
Bettison and Bettison of Texas Inc. is a multifaceted Holistic Behavioral Health service organization specializing in the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health care for the benefit of individuals, families, groups and organizations. Bettison and Bettison of Texas Inc. presents the newest innovative concepts in behavioral management. We tailor our services to meet the needs of our clients. Bettison and Bettison of Texas Inc. employ a full range of highly trained professionals who assess and develop treatment plans tailored to your particular needs
began practicing the "The healing Arts of Psychotherapy and Substance Abuse Services January 2003 in Houston TX.
Bettison and Bettison of Texas Inc. is a multifaceted Holistic Behavioral Health service organization specializing in the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health care for the benefit of individuals, families, groups and organizations. Bettison and Bettison of Texas Inc. presents the newest innovative concepts in behavioral management. We tailor our services to meet the needs of our clients. Bettison and Bettison of Texas Inc. employ a full range of highly trained professionals who assess and develop treatment plans tailored to your particular needs
(281) 609-7674 View (281) 609-7674
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Andrea Moorer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, MPA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77098
I have completed a year-long fellowship at the prestigious Integrative Psychiatry Institute in Boulder, Colorado, I hold a certification as a ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, along with expertise in co- occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Are you tired of traditional talk therapy? Do you suffer from anxiety, depression, treatment resistant depression, alcohol use disorder, chronic relapse, trauma, or eating disorders? This innovative therapy might be the breakthrough you've been searching. Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is backed by scientific research and embraced by mental health professionals worldwide. The transformative potential of KAP offers hope and healing to those who may have felt stuck or hopeless in their journey toward wellness. Many individuals are able to explore painful emotions and memories while exploring the depths of consciousness.
I have completed a year-long fellowship at the prestigious Integrative Psychiatry Institute in Boulder, Colorado, I hold a certification as a ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, along with expertise in co- occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Are you tired of traditional talk therapy? Do you suffer from anxiety, depression, treatment resistant depression, alcohol use disorder, chronic relapse, trauma, or eating disorders? This innovative therapy might be the breakthrough you've been searching. Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is backed by scientific research and embraced by mental health professionals worldwide. The transformative potential of KAP offers hope and healing to those who may have felt stuck or hopeless in their journey toward wellness. Many individuals are able to explore painful emotions and memories while exploring the depths of consciousness.
(713) 568-4533 View (713) 568-4533
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Hanh Vo
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77068
Trauma Resolution, Anger Management Classes, Parenting Skill Classes, Life's Meaning, and Purposes, Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and Addiction.
"You are here on earth because there is something that only you can do!" Choosing Now as the time to act and being fully present in your body and in your relationships will take you to infinite possibilities. All of life's answers lie in how deep you are connected to yourself. Do not turn your attention elsewhere to look for the truth, for it is nowhere to be found but within your body.
Trauma Resolution, Anger Management Classes, Parenting Skill Classes, Life's Meaning, and Purposes, Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and Addiction.
"You are here on earth because there is something that only you can do!" Choosing Now as the time to act and being fully present in your body and in your relationships will take you to infinite possibilities. All of life's answers lie in how deep you are connected to yourself. Do not turn your attention elsewhere to look for the truth, for it is nowhere to be found but within your body.
(832) 769-8736 View (832) 769-8736

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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.