Alcohol Use Therapists in Swann Estates, Tampa, FL

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Gael Stephanie Macleod
Counselor, LMHC, CAP, NCC
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
What is your reason to consider therapy? I always ask a new patient what decided them to pick up the phone and start their therapy journey. What was weighing on you that you needed to probe? Was it unrelenting depression, relationship issues, family struggles, or did you just want to grow? I'm here to help you along whatever path you need to pursue. Allow me to enter your world and join you on your journey towards your goal. I'll turn on some lights for you to better see ahead in a positive, nurturing, non-judgmental way. In comfort of my confidential office, we'll work together. It is your therapy, and you allow me to guide you.
What is your reason to consider therapy? I always ask a new patient what decided them to pick up the phone and start their therapy journey. What was weighing on you that you needed to probe? Was it unrelenting depression, relationship issues, family struggles, or did you just want to grow? I'm here to help you along whatever path you need to pursue. Allow me to enter your world and join you on your journey towards your goal. I'll turn on some lights for you to better see ahead in a positive, nurturing, non-judgmental way. In comfort of my confidential office, we'll work together. It is your therapy, and you allow me to guide you.
(813) 328-7803 View (813) 328-7803
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Catalyst Center for Change LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP, CST, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Erin Grupp, LCSW, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with her husband Scott Grupp, LMHC, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Erin is a Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, CSAT Therapist & Supervisor, Certified Clinical Trauma Resolution Therapist and a Psychodramatist (PAT.) Catalyst provides 3-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.
Erin Grupp, LCSW, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with her husband Scott Grupp, LMHC, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Erin is a Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, CSAT Therapist & Supervisor, Certified Clinical Trauma Resolution Therapist and a Psychodramatist (PAT.) Catalyst provides 3-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.
(813) 375-9701 View (813) 375-9701
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Catalyst Center for Change LLC
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT, MCAP, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Scott Grupp, LMHC, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with his wife, Erin Grupp, LCSW, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Scott is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Master Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Sex Therapist (CST), Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist (EFT Therapist) and a Certified Practitioner in Clinical Hypnosis & Rapid Trauma Resolution. Catalyst provides Three-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after intimate betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.
Scott Grupp, LMHC, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with his wife, Erin Grupp, LCSW, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Scott is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Master Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Sex Therapist (CST), Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist (EFT Therapist) and a Certified Practitioner in Clinical Hypnosis & Rapid Trauma Resolution. Catalyst provides Three-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after intimate betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.
(813) 213-4137 View (813) 213-4137
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Jennifer Hanson Bloom
Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Trauma has impacted every relationship in your life. You have struggled to connect with others around you and you feel like it’s your fault, like there is something wrong with you. You’re often angry, anxious, confused, overwhelmed, sad and frequently shut down and disconnected. You know you can’t keep living like this, but you don’t know where to turn. You feel like you’re the only person experiencing your struggles, but you’re not! While it’s often hard to ask for help or to even know how, therapy can be enormously helpful and gratifying.
Trauma has impacted every relationship in your life. You have struggled to connect with others around you and you feel like it’s your fault, like there is something wrong with you. You’re often angry, anxious, confused, overwhelmed, sad and frequently shut down and disconnected. You know you can’t keep living like this, but you don’t know where to turn. You feel like you’re the only person experiencing your struggles, but you’re not! While it’s often hard to ask for help or to even know how, therapy can be enormously helpful and gratifying.
(813) 491-1959 View (813) 491-1959
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Jennifer Schaap
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
My goal is to help you love yourself for who you truly are. This can take the form of identifying who you truly are rather than attempting to fit into the boxes you feel others want you to be. I have a passion for working with individuals who have experienced trauma. And helping couples reconnect and understand each other deeper to stop the same arguments from occurring . I want to help you feel more confident navigating the world while feeling safe, less anxious, and able to stop those constant negative thoughts that can be paralyzing at times. I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and other trauma modalities
My goal is to help you love yourself for who you truly are. This can take the form of identifying who you truly are rather than attempting to fit into the boxes you feel others want you to be. I have a passion for working with individuals who have experienced trauma. And helping couples reconnect and understand each other deeper to stop the same arguments from occurring . I want to help you feel more confident navigating the world while feeling safe, less anxious, and able to stop those constant negative thoughts that can be paralyzing at times. I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and other trauma modalities
(727) 910-5324 View (727) 910-5324
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Lauren Brewerton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-QS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Stuck in the same negative patterns? Do you feel like you are living life on autopilot or feel engulfed with traumatic memories and feel constantly on edge?
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Stuck in the same negative patterns? Do you feel like you are living life on autopilot or feel engulfed with traumatic memories and feel constantly on edge?
(813) 412-6566 View (813) 412-6566
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Gretchen Sanchez
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. The most important component of my practice is to provide a straightforward, honest, and nonjudgmental experience that supports and encourages your personal growth. Researchers agree that building empathy in a therapeutic relationship is the best indicator for change and learning. My specialty is helping individuals find new ways of managing highly emotional and difficult transitions in order to gain insight that enables progress. Improvement can be expected in the following areas: relationships ,co-dependency, career concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma or abuse, chemical or alcohol dependency, parenting, self-esteem, self-destructive behaviors, and feelings of emptiness, hopelessness or disappointment.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. The most important component of my practice is to provide a straightforward, honest, and nonjudgmental experience that supports and encourages your personal growth. Researchers agree that building empathy in a therapeutic relationship is the best indicator for change and learning. My specialty is helping individuals find new ways of managing highly emotional and difficult transitions in order to gain insight that enables progress. Improvement can be expected in the following areas: relationships ,co-dependency, career concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma or abuse, chemical or alcohol dependency, parenting, self-esteem, self-destructive behaviors, and feelings of emptiness, hopelessness or disappointment.
(813) 321-2585 View (813) 321-2585
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Rachel Lane
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, MCAP, BCC
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
You may be wondering if you really need a therapist, like why can't you just keep doing it yourself? But you know you feel depressed, anxious...sometimes you feel like you can't handle one more thing going wrong. Friends and family are great (or not!), but there's nothing like having someone completely independent that you can confide in without judgment. My clients know they can trust me, they feel safe. I'm genuine, and I believe everyone has goodness and worthiness underneath your depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or addiction and the related problems.
You may be wondering if you really need a therapist, like why can't you just keep doing it yourself? But you know you feel depressed, anxious...sometimes you feel like you can't handle one more thing going wrong. Friends and family are great (or not!), but there's nothing like having someone completely independent that you can confide in without judgment. My clients know they can trust me, they feel safe. I'm genuine, and I believe everyone has goodness and worthiness underneath your depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or addiction and the related problems.
(813) 337-6804 View (813) 337-6804
Photo of Mark Prange, Ph.D., Psychologist in Swann Estates, Tampa, FL
Mark Prange, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Mark Prange, Ph.D. is a Licensed Psychologist, Parenting Coordinator, Certified Family Mediator, and Team Facilitator in collaborative law cases. Dr. Prange has maintained a private practice for more than 20 years. Prior to his private practice, Dr. Prange served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida for eight years. Dr. Prange specializes in clinical and forensic services that include psychotherapy, parenting time evaluations, collaborative family law, litigation support, and alternative dispute resolution in high conflict families. Please visit my website for more information: drmarkprange.com
Mark Prange, Ph.D. is a Licensed Psychologist, Parenting Coordinator, Certified Family Mediator, and Team Facilitator in collaborative law cases. Dr. Prange has maintained a private practice for more than 20 years. Prior to his private practice, Dr. Prange served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida for eight years. Dr. Prange specializes in clinical and forensic services that include psychotherapy, parenting time evaluations, collaborative family law, litigation support, and alternative dispute resolution in high conflict families. Please visit my website for more information: drmarkprange.com
(813) 548-4390 View (813) 548-4390
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Alison Myers
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Are you a smart and sensitive person feeling frustrated that you're not reaching your potential? Questioning your life's path? Feeling depressed, overwhelmed, stressed or out of control? I can help! IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO FEEL BETTER. We'll roll up our sleeves and you'll get practical and effective help for lasting change. For some, this means gaining insight into what's holding you back. Others need help turning insight into action. As an active listener, I'll be highly engaged and bring warmth and humor to our time together. Now is the time for the transformation you're longing for.
Are you a smart and sensitive person feeling frustrated that you're not reaching your potential? Questioning your life's path? Feeling depressed, overwhelmed, stressed or out of control? I can help! IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO FEEL BETTER. We'll roll up our sleeves and you'll get practical and effective help for lasting change. For some, this means gaining insight into what's holding you back. Others need help turning insight into action. As an active listener, I'll be highly engaged and bring warmth and humor to our time together. Now is the time for the transformation you're longing for.
(813) 377-2643 View (813) 377-2643
Photo of Elizabeth Mahaney, South Tampa Therapy & Mediation, Counselor in Swann Estates, Tampa, FL
Elizabeth Mahaney, South Tampa Therapy & Mediation
Counselor, LMHC, Q Suprv, NCC, MFT, PhD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Looking for a Gottman, solution-focused, strength-base and agile approach to marriage & family therapy, NVC & individual counseling in Tampa? You have found a great place to start creating a more self-aware, intentional, and happier life. We will: 1. Assess and attune to your unique situation, needs and the needs of loved ones 2. Agree to collaborate and develop a plan together to create specific intentions, goals and measurable outcomes 3. Accountability helps make the changes last! I'll give you the tools you need to understand what changes need to be made, avoid relapse & continue to create changes that you DO want to see happen
Looking for a Gottman, solution-focused, strength-base and agile approach to marriage & family therapy, NVC & individual counseling in Tampa? You have found a great place to start creating a more self-aware, intentional, and happier life. We will: 1. Assess and attune to your unique situation, needs and the needs of loved ones 2. Agree to collaborate and develop a plan together to create specific intentions, goals and measurable outcomes 3. Accountability helps make the changes last! I'll give you the tools you need to understand what changes need to be made, avoid relapse & continue to create changes that you DO want to see happen
(813) 438-4867 View (813) 438-4867
Photo of Deborah Jane Dubickas in Swann Estates, Tampa, FL
Deborah Jane Dubickas
CCHt, NLP
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Have you suffered enough ? Are your feelings preventing you from being where you want to be? Is it time to break the pattern? Are you feeling stick ? If answer is yes, we can work with various tools such as programming, clearing blocks, breath work and positive mindset. Transformation enabling you to move on with your life more peacefully. Negative beliefs and emotions cause our body to react, not only emotionally yet physically. There is no need to live your life with a conflicted mind, hypnotherapy allows you to find your own answers. Be the person you want to be NOW
Have you suffered enough ? Are your feelings preventing you from being where you want to be? Is it time to break the pattern? Are you feeling stick ? If answer is yes, we can work with various tools such as programming, clearing blocks, breath work and positive mindset. Transformation enabling you to move on with your life more peacefully. Negative beliefs and emotions cause our body to react, not only emotionally yet physically. There is no need to live your life with a conflicted mind, hypnotherapy allows you to find your own answers. Be the person you want to be NOW
(813) 377-4837 View (813) 377-4837
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Kelsey Galer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Offering compassionate counseling services to help you find your inner peace. Let's work together to create a safe, supportive, and flexible space for healing and growth.
Offering compassionate counseling services to help you find your inner peace. Let's work together to create a safe, supportive, and flexible space for healing and growth.
(813) 534-5498 View (813) 534-5498
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Star Point Counseling Center
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
We offer in person, online & phone sessions. We have a sliding scale from $60 - $120. We are available days, evenings and weekends for your convenience. We accept UBH, BCBS out of network , Aetna, & CIGNA. We do not accept Medicaid. The Counseling Team specializes in working with couples, families, marriage, couples counseling, troubled teens, children, communication skills, fighting fairly, individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, co-dependency issues, addiction, anger management, and other sources of stress that compromise the quality of a person's life experience.
We offer in person, online & phone sessions. We have a sliding scale from $60 - $120. We are available days, evenings and weekends for your convenience. We accept UBH, BCBS out of network , Aetna, & CIGNA. We do not accept Medicaid. The Counseling Team specializes in working with couples, families, marriage, couples counseling, troubled teens, children, communication skills, fighting fairly, individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, co-dependency issues, addiction, anger management, and other sources of stress that compromise the quality of a person's life experience.
(813) 212-3207 View (813) 212-3207
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Lana Schneidt
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CAP, Q Suprv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addictions Professional (CAP), and Qualified Supervisor working as an individual, group and family therapist in the Tampa Bay area. My personal philosophy is that people are essentially good and have the ability to grow and change throughout their lifetime. I feel I possess a natural ability to relate to people and enjoy the unique qualities of individuals. Therapists have been responsible for facilitating positive change in the lives of individuals, groups and families and I would love to be apart of that journey.
Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addictions Professional (CAP), and Qualified Supervisor working as an individual, group and family therapist in the Tampa Bay area. My personal philosophy is that people are essentially good and have the ability to grow and change throughout their lifetime. I feel I possess a natural ability to relate to people and enjoy the unique qualities of individuals. Therapists have been responsible for facilitating positive change in the lives of individuals, groups and families and I would love to be apart of that journey.
(813) 434-1594 View (813) 434-1594
Photo of Lois A. Miller, LCSW, PA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Swann Estates, Tampa, FL
Lois A. Miller, LCSW, PA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609  (Online Only)
My work is Heart Centered. Therapy is one of the most personal experiences you can have. I don't take lightly your vulnerabilities as you look into yourself, your hopes or the trust you place in me. My goal is to create an environment of safety, acceptance & respect, honoring individuality while helping you through your personal journey to celebrations of your heart. I work with adults/couples dealing with: anxiety, addiction recovery, ACOA, co-dependency, childhood abuse recovery, communication, depression, divorce, EAP, grief/loss, life transitions, personal growth, relationship issues, PTSD/ trauma, stress, women's issues.
My work is Heart Centered. Therapy is one of the most personal experiences you can have. I don't take lightly your vulnerabilities as you look into yourself, your hopes or the trust you place in me. My goal is to create an environment of safety, acceptance & respect, honoring individuality while helping you through your personal journey to celebrations of your heart. I work with adults/couples dealing with: anxiety, addiction recovery, ACOA, co-dependency, childhood abuse recovery, communication, depression, divorce, EAP, grief/loss, life transitions, personal growth, relationship issues, PTSD/ trauma, stress, women's issues.
(813) 438-4342 View (813) 438-4342
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Samantha Waters
Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Are you successful in one area of your life, but not another? Do you feel overwhelmed with “everything”? Are you struggling to connect with your partner or kids? Perhaps you want to learn coping skills for stress. There’s no specific single factor, or no multi-point check which you have to have to seek out therapy. We are all unique, and each of us will have different reasons for why we seek out a therapist. Each and every reason is valid and unique. My goal is to be a collaborative listener so you can find your own voice to comfortably express what matters to you.Then together we can work together to achieve your goals.
Are you successful in one area of your life, but not another? Do you feel overwhelmed with “everything”? Are you struggling to connect with your partner or kids? Perhaps you want to learn coping skills for stress. There’s no specific single factor, or no multi-point check which you have to have to seek out therapy. We are all unique, and each of us will have different reasons for why we seek out a therapist. Each and every reason is valid and unique. My goal is to be a collaborative listener so you can find your own voice to comfortably express what matters to you.Then together we can work together to achieve your goals.
(813) 590-5851 View (813) 590-5851
Photo of Sherri Lynn Hanner Hypnotherapist in Swann Estates, Tampa, FL
Sherri Lynn Hanner Hypnotherapist
Author, CMS Cht
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Surviving to Thriving...Hypnosis can help deal with feelings of abandonment, anger, sadness, despair & hopelessness by addressing the issues on the subconscious level. Hypnosis proves to be extremely effective in going to heart of the matter. Your subconscious controls over 90% of your life. As your Hypnotist, I will guide you into a trance state where you can reprogram self limiting beliefs of not being loved, valued, worthy, deserving, capable or good enough. Hypnosis can take you from a place of total FEAR to a place of authentic self LOVE & acceptance. Most SELF healing takes place within 6 sessions.
Surviving to Thriving...Hypnosis can help deal with feelings of abandonment, anger, sadness, despair & hopelessness by addressing the issues on the subconscious level. Hypnosis proves to be extremely effective in going to heart of the matter. Your subconscious controls over 90% of your life. As your Hypnotist, I will guide you into a trance state where you can reprogram self limiting beliefs of not being loved, valued, worthy, deserving, capable or good enough. Hypnosis can take you from a place of total FEAR to a place of authentic self LOVE & acceptance. Most SELF healing takes place within 6 sessions.
(727) 542-0509 View (727) 542-0509
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Yvette Tucholski-Dekeles
Counselor, LMHC, NBCCH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Do regrets, guilt, and shame consume your ability to feel happy? Does anxiety and stress effect your work or relationships? If this sounds like you, relief is available. I have been a licensed counselor since 1998; combine my extensive experience with the latest treatments to help you bring about real and lasting change to your life. You deserve personalized and comprehensive treatment, which is why we will develop a treatment plan that will act as our road-map to your goals. Together we will target the areas you are seeking to change with measurable results, bringing you clarity, and maximize your success.
Do regrets, guilt, and shame consume your ability to feel happy? Does anxiety and stress effect your work or relationships? If this sounds like you, relief is available. I have been a licensed counselor since 1998; combine my extensive experience with the latest treatments to help you bring about real and lasting change to your life. You deserve personalized and comprehensive treatment, which is why we will develop a treatment plan that will act as our road-map to your goals. Together we will target the areas you are seeking to change with measurable results, bringing you clarity, and maximize your success.
(813) 328-7715 View (813) 328-7715
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Tamera Fontenot
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCHt
Verified Verified
Swann Estates, Tampa, FL 33609
Are you "stuck" right now? Do you want change but seem to to unconsciously keep doing something else? We specialize in getting people "unstuck", quickly and permanently. Accelerated change through hypnosis, meditative and other trance based work that shift your unconscious mind into action toward your goals! Learn more about the hypnotic arts, and our practice, for FREE. You have choices about where you go. Our website is full of information to help you make that decision.
Are you "stuck" right now? Do you want change but seem to to unconsciously keep doing something else? We specialize in getting people "unstuck", quickly and permanently. Accelerated change through hypnosis, meditative and other trance based work that shift your unconscious mind into action toward your goals! Learn more about the hypnotic arts, and our practice, for FREE. You have choices about where you go. Our website is full of information to help you make that decision.
(727) 378-9341 View (727) 378-9341

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Alcohol Use Therapists

Are there specific medications for alcohol use?

There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.