Addiction Therapists in Bluffdale, UT

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Elise Teerlink
Counselor, ACMHC, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bluffdale, UT 84065
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with families of children with disabilities, prenatal and postpartum mothers, and those who have experienced betrayal trauma. I also work with anxiety, depression, autism, trauma, addiction, grief, and adjustment issues. I use evidence-based techniques and a collaborative and integrated approach to tailor my therapy to each individual's unique situations, learning preferences, and goals.
I enjoy working with families of children with disabilities, prenatal and postpartum mothers, and those who have experienced betrayal trauma. I also work with anxiety, depression, autism, trauma, addiction, grief, and adjustment issues. I use evidence-based techniques and a collaborative and integrated approach to tailor my therapy to each individual's unique situations, learning preferences, and goals.
(801) 692-7947 View (801) 692-7947
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Marcia Batchelor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bluffdale, UT 84065  (Online Only)
It is possible to become the person you want to be in the comfort of your own home through telehealth. I believe that by accepting where you are now it is possible to move forward in the way that is designed for you. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), with years of experience in various fields of social work. I can assist you in finding the path that will be the best road for you. I have years of experience with mental health, many forms of addiction, and assisting those in crisis. I am EMDR trained to help resolve trauma. Contact me at 801-753-8112 Lakemountaincounseling.com
It is possible to become the person you want to be in the comfort of your own home through telehealth. I believe that by accepting where you are now it is possible to move forward in the way that is designed for you. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), with years of experience in various fields of social work. I can assist you in finding the path that will be the best road for you. I have years of experience with mental health, many forms of addiction, and assisting those in crisis. I am EMDR trained to help resolve trauma. Contact me at 801-753-8112 Lakemountaincounseling.com
(385) 233-3676 View (385) 233-3676
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Redwood Therapy Group
Counselor, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Bluffdale, UT 84065
Addictions can take many forms and interfere with relationships and quality of life.
Most of us have some type of trauma in our lives. Some times we don't recognize we have been experiencing trauma until symptoms show up. The Therapists at Redwood Therapy Group have specialized training and experience in helping move through the trauma.
Addictions can take many forms and interfere with relationships and quality of life.
Most of us have some type of trauma in our lives. Some times we don't recognize we have been experiencing trauma until symptoms show up. The Therapists at Redwood Therapy Group have specialized training and experience in helping move through the trauma.
(801) 853-8685 View (801) 853-8685
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Carolynn Redd-Recksiek
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bluffdale, UT 84065
Are you tired of fighting the same mental health issues? Or struggling in your relationships? These issues can be exhausting. A specialized combination of therapy modalities can help get unstuck so you can build a better relationship with yourself. You deserve relief from pain, connected relationships, and happiness. My passion is in working with adults, couples, suicidal teens, and families. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive place to heal and grow.
Are you tired of fighting the same mental health issues? Or struggling in your relationships? These issues can be exhausting. A specialized combination of therapy modalities can help get unstuck so you can build a better relationship with yourself. You deserve relief from pain, connected relationships, and happiness. My passion is in working with adults, couples, suicidal teens, and families. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive place to heal and grow.
(385) 519-0535 View (385) 519-0535
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Olivia Fullmer
Counselor, MS, CMHC
Verified Verified
Bluffdale, UT 84065
I specialize in treatment with eating disorders, trauma, and addictions and is passionate about my work including creative therapy, DBT, and EMDR.
I work with diverse populations with a person-centered approach for individuals to increase their self-awareness and understanding of how they are able to improve their overall well-being, relationships, and functioning lifestyle.
I specialize in treatment with eating disorders, trauma, and addictions and is passionate about my work including creative therapy, DBT, and EMDR.
I work with diverse populations with a person-centered approach for individuals to increase their self-awareness and understanding of how they are able to improve their overall well-being, relationships, and functioning lifestyle.
(801) 797-2941 View (801) 797-2941
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Becky Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bluffdale, UT 84065
Therapy is a safe place to allow yourself to feel and gain insight to your life and your personal journey. It is a place to work through limiting beliefs and negative behavioral patterns that stop us from progressing toward the life we dream of. In Therapy, we work on long and short-term goals, help you build deeper relationships, and strengthen communication in all areas of your life. Together, we will identify your strengths and use them to address challenging areas in your life. This leads to change and growth which promotes healing.
Therapy is a safe place to allow yourself to feel and gain insight to your life and your personal journey. It is a place to work through limiting beliefs and negative behavioral patterns that stop us from progressing toward the life we dream of. In Therapy, we work on long and short-term goals, help you build deeper relationships, and strengthen communication in all areas of your life. Together, we will identify your strengths and use them to address challenging areas in your life. This leads to change and growth which promotes healing.
(385) 250-1372 View (385) 250-1372

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Jenni Marchant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Riverton, UT 84096
I have experience working with people who face depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, ADHD and other issues-as well as experience in Department of Corrections.
I enjoy working with people and helping them feel the best they can. The therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy. I offer a client-centered, strength based approach to mental health. I enjoy working with clients to help them improve their relationships and enjoy the most from life. I help clients identify their thinking errors and behavior patterns that are causing harm and standing in the way of them accomplishing their goals.
I have experience working with people who face depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, ADHD and other issues-as well as experience in Department of Corrections.
I enjoy working with people and helping them feel the best they can. The therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy. I offer a client-centered, strength based approach to mental health. I enjoy working with clients to help them improve their relationships and enjoy the most from life. I help clients identify their thinking errors and behavior patterns that are causing harm and standing in the way of them accomplishing their goals.
(801) 447-1236 View (801) 447-1236
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Morgan Ogden
LPC Intern, ACMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
My past experience in EMDR therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Substance Abuse Counseling has given me a sufficient background to address your needs.
Sometimes, life is unpredictable. Before we know it, we can end up in a hole that appears too big to climb out of. This is particularly the case with our traumatic experiences. Whether it is big or little, traumatic experiences carry with us throughout our lives, creating lasting impressions on who we are and what we are capable of. Luckily, we have developed ways to overcome and climb out of the hole.
My past experience in EMDR therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Substance Abuse Counseling has given me a sufficient background to address your needs.
Sometimes, life is unpredictable. Before we know it, we can end up in a hole that appears too big to climb out of. This is particularly the case with our traumatic experiences. Whether it is big or little, traumatic experiences carry with us throughout our lives, creating lasting impressions on who we are and what we are capable of. Luckily, we have developed ways to overcome and climb out of the hole.
(385) 316-7644 View (385) 316-7644
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Karson S Kinikini
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Draper, UT 84020
I specialize in depression, anxiety, addictions ( substance, sexual, or behavioral) and relationships.
Therapy is: Creating desired changes which improve our lives. My goal is to help identify the obstacles which are impeding your happiness and assist you in making changes that will bring a greater level of joy and fulfillment to your life. People enjoy my warm, easy going, supportive nature as they work through life's struggles. Clients progress as they overcome fears, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, addictions, relationship problems, old/new emotional wounds. Success in treatment comes as the barriers to my client's "desired life" fall, one by one, and they become independently prepared for new functioning in life.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, addictions ( substance, sexual, or behavioral) and relationships.
Therapy is: Creating desired changes which improve our lives. My goal is to help identify the obstacles which are impeding your happiness and assist you in making changes that will bring a greater level of joy and fulfillment to your life. People enjoy my warm, easy going, supportive nature as they work through life's struggles. Clients progress as they overcome fears, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, addictions, relationship problems, old/new emotional wounds. Success in treatment comes as the barriers to my client's "desired life" fall, one by one, and they become independently prepared for new functioning in life.
(801) 513-2661 View (801) 513-2661
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Amy Kenney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Jordan, UT 84095
Amy Kenney prioritizes individual and couples therapy work on relationships as healthy relationships have more capacity to bring feelings of happiness and well-being for individuals, families, and communities than any other pursuit in life. Amy earned her Master’s of Social Work from Brigham Young University. She is certified in yoga, EMDR, and specializes in mental health, trauma, addiction, and substance use recovery. She is a third year PhD student at the University of Utah where she researches and publishes on topics of addiction, recovery, and access to resources for marginalized populations. Visit my website and book online.
Amy Kenney prioritizes individual and couples therapy work on relationships as healthy relationships have more capacity to bring feelings of happiness and well-being for individuals, families, and communities than any other pursuit in life. Amy earned her Master’s of Social Work from Brigham Young University. She is certified in yoga, EMDR, and specializes in mental health, trauma, addiction, and substance use recovery. She is a third year PhD student at the University of Utah where she researches and publishes on topics of addiction, recovery, and access to resources for marginalized populations. Visit my website and book online.
(385) 217-4815 View (385) 217-4815
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Dylan Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
I specialize in helping cope with the complexities of substance use, other types of addictions, marital conflicts, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, grief, personality disorders, codependency, attachment, and family conflict.
I believe that each person has the potential to live the life they truly want and that lasting change is possible. As a strengths-based therapist, I help a client find their strengths are built on and utilized in therapy to help the client work through the difficulties they are experiencing. I create a space where you can tell me anything without fear of judgment or me telling you how you should live life. Therapy is an interactive process and it shouldn’t look the same for each person. I love helping people build their confidence and becoming more assertive. I want to help you build the skills to live your life to the fullest!
I specialize in helping cope with the complexities of substance use, other types of addictions, marital conflicts, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, grief, personality disorders, codependency, attachment, and family conflict.
I believe that each person has the potential to live the life they truly want and that lasting change is possible. As a strengths-based therapist, I help a client find their strengths are built on and utilized in therapy to help the client work through the difficulties they are experiencing. I create a space where you can tell me anything without fear of judgment or me telling you how you should live life. Therapy is an interactive process and it shouldn’t look the same for each person. I love helping people build their confidence and becoming more assertive. I want to help you build the skills to live your life to the fullest!
(435) 441-4581 View (435) 441-4581
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Ryan Nielsen
Counselor, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
South Jordan, UT 84095
I tend to see things from a connection and emotional focus and feel that problems in attachment relationships (key, love relationships) are at the core of addictions as well as many other mental health problems.
Welcome to Suncrest Counseling! We have a team of professionals who are ready to help you. We know that it's not easy facing life's issues, talking about them and learning to manage life differently. Our skilled staff provides years of experience and a one-stop counseling center offering many different therapy modalities and services. We are grateful to be included in your healing process. I personally take a whole person approach to counseling, where body, mind and spirit work together in harmony towards that healing.
I tend to see things from a connection and emotional focus and feel that problems in attachment relationships (key, love relationships) are at the core of addictions as well as many other mental health problems.
Welcome to Suncrest Counseling! We have a team of professionals who are ready to help you. We know that it's not easy facing life's issues, talking about them and learning to manage life differently. Our skilled staff provides years of experience and a one-stop counseling center offering many different therapy modalities and services. We are grateful to be included in your healing process. I personally take a whole person approach to counseling, where body, mind and spirit work together in harmony towards that healing.
(801) 255-1155 View (801) 255-1155
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Catania Johnson - Addiction And Trauma Specialist
Counselor, MS, CMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84009
If you're seeking support in navigating the complexities of trauma and addiction, I am here to provide guidance, empathy, and the tools necessary for your healing journey.
I am dedicated to guiding individuals who face the complex challenges of trauma and addiction towards a path of healing and self-discovery. My practice centers on supporting clients through the intricate layers of trauma, helping them navigate the often overwhelming emotions that accompany it. I believe that every individual holds the potential for transformation and resilience. My goal is to walk alongside my clients as they process their trauma and embark on a journey towards rediscovering their true selves. Together, we work towards creating sustainable strategies for recovery and growth, fostering a renewed sense of purpose.
If you're seeking support in navigating the complexities of trauma and addiction, I am here to provide guidance, empathy, and the tools necessary for your healing journey.
I am dedicated to guiding individuals who face the complex challenges of trauma and addiction towards a path of healing and self-discovery. My practice centers on supporting clients through the intricate layers of trauma, helping them navigate the often overwhelming emotions that accompany it. I believe that every individual holds the potential for transformation and resilience. My goal is to walk alongside my clients as they process their trauma and embark on a journey towards rediscovering their true selves. Together, we work towards creating sustainable strategies for recovery and growth, fostering a renewed sense of purpose.
(385) 438-3977 View (385) 438-3977
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Collective Recovery Addiction Treatment Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CEO, LCSW, CHMC, SUDC, PSS
Verified Verified
South Jordan, UT 84095
If you are looking to find your way to recovery from chronic substance use, Collective Recovery Center offers a client-centered approach to treatment that is unique. We work with clients to identify strengths and plan a path forward. If life feels out of control and you need support in making positive change and getting back on your feet, Collective Recovery Center to help. Call us today at 385-557-2183 or text us at 801-999-0088. Collectively, we help others.
If you are looking to find your way to recovery from chronic substance use, Collective Recovery Center offers a client-centered approach to treatment that is unique. We work with clients to identify strengths and plan a path forward. If life feels out of control and you need support in making positive change and getting back on your feet, Collective Recovery Center to help. Call us today at 385-557-2183 or text us at 801-999-0088. Collectively, we help others.
(385) 246-0307 View (385) 246-0307
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Ed D Vaka'uta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
My therapy is designed to help people facing either one or a combination of these problems: Depression, Anxiety, OCD Obsessive Compulsive Disorder , Sexual & Substance Addictions, Anger Management, Marital Problems, Preventing/Recovering from Affairs, Youth Counseling, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Blended Families-common with second or third marriages, Mixed Marriages/Intercultural marriage, Trauma (PTSD).
Improving your mental and emotional health is my passion. In my 18 years of counseling experience I have had great success in helping people overcome addictions, depression, anxiety and marital problems. To achieve this I provide intelligence based counseling and the most responsible standardized instruments to assess whether treatment is relevant and effective.
My therapy is designed to help people facing either one or a combination of these problems: Depression, Anxiety, OCD Obsessive Compulsive Disorder , Sexual & Substance Addictions, Anger Management, Marital Problems, Preventing/Recovering from Affairs, Youth Counseling, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Blended Families-common with second or third marriages, Mixed Marriages/Intercultural marriage, Trauma (PTSD).
Improving your mental and emotional health is my passion. In my 18 years of counseling experience I have had great success in helping people overcome addictions, depression, anxiety and marital problems. To achieve this I provide intelligence based counseling and the most responsible standardized instruments to assess whether treatment is relevant and effective.
(801) 916-5132 View (801) 916-5132
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Charles O. Canfield
MD
Not Verified Not Verified
South Jordan, UT 84095
We are proud to be one of the few continuing addiction assistance programs that offers payment through Insurance.
Our clinic welcomes any addiction recovery patient, and will also provide care for other issues related to addiction, including depression, anxiety, insomnia, etc. We also help treat pain management whether related or unrelated to addiction. We seek to continually help those who seek to adjust their life and live a happy and healthy lifestyle. Our doctors and health care professionals work with you to find the treatment option that is right for you, in a very timely manner, normally within 24-48 hours. We strongly believe that ongoing help and support is the way to beat addiction.
We are proud to be one of the few continuing addiction assistance programs that offers payment through Insurance.
Our clinic welcomes any addiction recovery patient, and will also provide care for other issues related to addiction, including depression, anxiety, insomnia, etc. We also help treat pain management whether related or unrelated to addiction. We seek to continually help those who seek to adjust their life and live a happy and healthy lifestyle. Our doctors and health care professionals work with you to find the treatment option that is right for you, in a very timely manner, normally within 24-48 hours. We strongly believe that ongoing help and support is the way to beat addiction.
(801) 948-2139 View (801) 948-2139
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Caleb Featherstone
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
South Jordan, UT 84095
Caleb Featherstone received his undergraduate degree in Psychology and his graduate degree in Marriage & Family Therapy. Caleb has since received additional training in treating trauma with eye-movement and desensitization reprocessing (EMDR). He also has extensive experience working in the field of addiction with residential patients at Pine Grove Behavioral Heath and Addiction Services. Caleb believes that we should be the author of own lives and he implements a collaborative strength-based approach, tailoring therapy to each person's individual needs. This centers around the principles of education, support, and empowerment.
Caleb Featherstone received his undergraduate degree in Psychology and his graduate degree in Marriage & Family Therapy. Caleb has since received additional training in treating trauma with eye-movement and desensitization reprocessing (EMDR). He also has extensive experience working in the field of addiction with residential patients at Pine Grove Behavioral Heath and Addiction Services. Caleb believes that we should be the author of own lives and he implements a collaborative strength-based approach, tailoring therapy to each person's individual needs. This centers around the principles of education, support, and empowerment.
(435) 222-2359 View (435) 222-2359
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Danny Watson Addiction And Family Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Jordan, UT 84009
Although I treat a broad range of individuals with various presenting issues, I bring with me a vast experience working with symptoms of substance use disorders, process addiction, depression, anxiety & PTSD.
Chances are there is not going to be a quick fix or band aid remedy available to your problem or situation. However, finding the solution does not need to be too far from reach and it would be my intent to make the journey look less daunting. Yet, when it comes to addressing those negative behaviors or addictive traits that often impact our ability to form or maintain a quality of life or healthy relationships. It is important that we are deliberate, calculated, and consistent in our method of treatments. We can start doing this together by creating a space that is conducive with rigorous honesty and vulnerability.
Although I treat a broad range of individuals with various presenting issues, I bring with me a vast experience working with symptoms of substance use disorders, process addiction, depression, anxiety & PTSD.
Chances are there is not going to be a quick fix or band aid remedy available to your problem or situation. However, finding the solution does not need to be too far from reach and it would be my intent to make the journey look less daunting. Yet, when it comes to addressing those negative behaviors or addictive traits that often impact our ability to form or maintain a quality of life or healthy relationships. It is important that we are deliberate, calculated, and consistent in our method of treatments. We can start doing this together by creating a space that is conducive with rigorous honesty and vulnerability.
(801) 515-4732 View (801) 515-4732
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David Skiles
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
South Jordan, UT 84095
I have experience working with a wide range of issues, needs, and goals ranging from every-day life stressors to serious mental illness and posttraumatic stress. I specialize in treating co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders and the emotional, spiritual, social, and/or attachment wounds that often drive them. I accomplish this by empowering and enabling people to free themselves from their past wounds and find hope and joy in their current life, whatever their circumstances may be.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues, needs, and goals ranging from every-day life stressors to serious mental illness and posttraumatic stress. I specialize in treating co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders and the emotional, spiritual, social, and/or attachment wounds that often drive them. I accomplish this by empowering and enabling people to free themselves from their past wounds and find hope and joy in their current life, whatever their circumstances may be.
(385) 853-5877 View (385) 853-5877
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Camery Victor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Jordan, UT 84095
Are you looking for a safe place to land? A shelter from the storms in life? I believe therapy should be a space to find refuge in order to focus on healing, learning, and growing. I will meet you where you are at. Together, we can create a space in which you feel respected, seen/heard, empowered, and can authentically show up as your whole self. One of the most important things to me as a therapist is that your experience feels meaningful and valuable to you. I take an individualized, trauma-informed, and intentional approach to therapy. I am passionate about working with trauma, addiction, and grief/loss.
Are you looking for a safe place to land? A shelter from the storms in life? I believe therapy should be a space to find refuge in order to focus on healing, learning, and growing. I will meet you where you are at. Together, we can create a space in which you feel respected, seen/heard, empowered, and can authentically show up as your whole self. One of the most important things to me as a therapist is that your experience feels meaningful and valuable to you. I take an individualized, trauma-informed, and intentional approach to therapy. I am passionate about working with trauma, addiction, and grief/loss.
(801) 516-4452 View (801) 516-4452

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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.