Therapists in Westhampton, NY
Maggie Bloomfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westhampton, NY 11977
I specialize in Substance Use Disorder, mood disorders, PTSD, and life crises, and treat individuals, over age 15, couples, and families, using client-centered talk therapy, CBT, and writing therapy. As Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) for 25 years,I worked and supervised inpatient and outpatient. and taught the CASAC curriculum at Marymount and CCNY. As LCSW, (Stony Brook, 1997 and Post-Graduate Center for Mental Health (PCMH), I have maintained a private practice for 27 years in Westhampton Beach, NY. My passion is to motivate and facilitate clients toward positive change.
I specialize in Substance Use Disorder, mood disorders, PTSD, and life crises, and treat individuals, over age 15, couples, and families, using client-centered talk therapy, CBT, and writing therapy. As Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) for 25 years,I worked and supervised inpatient and outpatient. and taught the CASAC curriculum at Marymount and CCNY. As LCSW, (Stony Brook, 1997 and Post-Graduate Center for Mental Health (PCMH), I have maintained a private practice for 27 years in Westhampton Beach, NY. My passion is to motivate and facilitate clients toward positive change.
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Desiree I. Reese, LCSW, PLLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTS-TA, LICSW
Verified Verified
Riverhead, NY 11901
My goal as a social worker is to help individuals, of all ages, in need improve the quality of their lives and their well-being. Problems that I might help people with may include behavioral, health, and social issues. As a clinical social worker I offer counseling services to those individuals in need. Social workers who specialize in mental health issues work with clients battling mental illness, substance misuse, interpersonal relationship problems, among other challenges. I can provide clients with individual or group therapy, as well as referral opportunities for social rehabilitation and crisis intervention.
My goal as a social worker is to help individuals, of all ages, in need improve the quality of their lives and their well-being. Problems that I might help people with may include behavioral, health, and social issues. As a clinical social worker I offer counseling services to those individuals in need. Social workers who specialize in mental health issues work with clients battling mental illness, substance misuse, interpersonal relationship problems, among other challenges. I can provide clients with individual or group therapy, as well as referral opportunities for social rehabilitation and crisis intervention.
Kyle William McEvoy
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
East Moriches, NY 11940
I have helped those overcome substance abuse issues, explore individual identity (LGBTQ), cope with psychological/cognitive/developmental disorders, accept medical diagnoses, overcome sexual abuse/intimate partner violence, and various maladaptive behaviors.
Kyle is the Founder and President of Collaborative, a multidisciplinary clinical community focused on establishing effective, evidence-based treatment founded on an adaptive mentalization-based treatment model. He holds advanced training in mentalization-based and adaptive mentalization-based integrative treatment through the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families. He specializes in complex attachment and identity-related disorders such as borderline, avoidant, antisocial, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personalities, along with gender-diverse individuals.
I have helped those overcome substance abuse issues, explore individual identity (LGBTQ), cope with psychological/cognitive/developmental disorders, accept medical diagnoses, overcome sexual abuse/intimate partner violence, and various maladaptive behaviors.
Kyle is the Founder and President of Collaborative, a multidisciplinary clinical community focused on establishing effective, evidence-based treatment founded on an adaptive mentalization-based treatment model. He holds advanced training in mentalization-based and adaptive mentalization-based integrative treatment through the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families. He specializes in complex attachment and identity-related disorders such as borderline, avoidant, antisocial, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personalities, along with gender-diverse individuals.
Jill Abramson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978 (Online Only)
With over 25 years of experience, my specialty areas include couples therapy, infidelity, partners of sex addicts, substance abuse and recovery, sex addiction, individual therapy for anxiety, depression, EMDR trauma resolution DWI assessments, loss, bereavement and life coaching through difficult situations. I am extensively trained in a number of relationship therapy modalities and trauma resolution with the ability to use a wide range of therapy interventions to help you.
With over 25 years of experience, my specialty areas include couples therapy, infidelity, partners of sex addicts, substance abuse and recovery, sex addiction, individual therapy for anxiety, depression, EMDR trauma resolution DWI assessments, loss, bereavement and life coaching through difficult situations. I am extensively trained in a number of relationship therapy modalities and trauma resolution with the ability to use a wide range of therapy interventions to help you.
Kathryn H Clavin-Vunkannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
East Quogue, NY 11942 (Online Only)
UPDATES! I am accepting new clients! Your goals feel out of reach. You know, at least vaguely, what they are; but they seem very hard to get to. Maybe things have become unmanageable. Are you drinking or eating too much? Are your work stressors piled on too high? Is a relationship feeling toxic? If these things were just "unstuck", could you move forward? You want to help yourself, your loved ones, maybe even the world, if you could just get there. Your open minded and determined; you just need a little help. Then welcome aboard. Give me a call and lets Conquer these Challenges, together!
UPDATES! I am accepting new clients! Your goals feel out of reach. You know, at least vaguely, what they are; but they seem very hard to get to. Maybe things have become unmanageable. Are you drinking or eating too much? Are your work stressors piled on too high? Is a relationship feeling toxic? If these things were just "unstuck", could you move forward? You want to help yourself, your loved ones, maybe even the world, if you could just get there. Your open minded and determined; you just need a little help. Then welcome aboard. Give me a call and lets Conquer these Challenges, together!
New Hope Rising Therapy and Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
At New Hope Rising Therapy and Wellness Center, our compassionate, experienced licensed therapists offer an integrative and evidenced based approach to psychotherapy for adults, teens, children, couples and families. Through a therapeutic process, our therapists work together with you to help you discover how to nurture the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of your wellbeing. We view therapy as a collaborative experience where the therapist and client work as a team to decide together what the goals will be and what actions to take.
At New Hope Rising Therapy and Wellness Center, our compassionate, experienced licensed therapists offer an integrative and evidenced based approach to psychotherapy for adults, teens, children, couples and families. Through a therapeutic process, our therapists work together with you to help you discover how to nurture the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of your wellbeing. We view therapy as a collaborative experience where the therapist and client work as a team to decide together what the goals will be and what actions to take.
Lucía García-Giurgiu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
Do you want to lead a more meaningful life and feel empowered? Do you feel like you are not reaching your full potential? Whether you do or don’t know what stands in your way, together we can solve these frustrations and more. I will support you in a journey of self-discovery, and help you transform the inevitable challenges you encounter in life into opportunities for growth.
Do you want to lead a more meaningful life and feel empowered? Do you feel like you are not reaching your full potential? Whether you do or don’t know what stands in your way, together we can solve these frustrations and more. I will support you in a journey of self-discovery, and help you transform the inevitable challenges you encounter in life into opportunities for growth.
Online Therapists
Lisa Sabath, LCSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
My practice is psychoanalytically based, relationally oriented, personalized, creative and built on many years of experience working with individuals, couples and families in the fields of education, child & family welfare, community mental health, addiction medicine, career development and psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
Anxieties, insecurity, depression, difficult patterns in relationships or work, and problems focusing can be understood and changed, so you have more energy and confidence to devote to living. Become more connected to yourself and others through a specialized process of exploration with a trained professional, and see a difference in your life. A therapist's expertise and experience are very important, but the key ingredient of effective therapy is a "good fit" between you and your therapist. If you'd like to see how it would be to work together, I would be pleased to hear from you.
My practice is psychoanalytically based, relationally oriented, personalized, creative and built on many years of experience working with individuals, couples and families in the fields of education, child & family welfare, community mental health, addiction medicine, career development and psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
Anxieties, insecurity, depression, difficult patterns in relationships or work, and problems focusing can be understood and changed, so you have more energy and confidence to devote to living. Become more connected to yourself and others through a specialized process of exploration with a trained professional, and see a difference in your life. A therapist's expertise and experience are very important, but the key ingredient of effective therapy is a "good fit" between you and your therapist. If you'd like to see how it would be to work together, I would be pleased to hear from you.
Courtney Plank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016 (Online Only)
Are you having difficulty with relationships (family, intimate or friends)? I work with a variety of clients on developing a stable relationship with oneself in order to develop meaningful relationships with others. I am a licensed therapist and certified social worker working with individuals and couples. My primary focus is on working with you to develop a secure sense of self using a strengths based approach and emotionally focused therapy to better encourage meaningful relations with others. My speciality areas are with anxiety, substance use and adolescents.
Are you having difficulty with relationships (family, intimate or friends)? I work with a variety of clients on developing a stable relationship with oneself in order to develop meaningful relationships with others. I am a licensed therapist and certified social worker working with individuals and couples. My primary focus is on working with you to develop a secure sense of self using a strengths based approach and emotionally focused therapy to better encourage meaningful relations with others. My speciality areas are with anxiety, substance use and adolescents.
Ian Noël
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10012
I specialize in Trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, alcohol and substance abuse, grief and loss, and LGBTQ+ experiences.
Our beliefs and assumptions about the world inform our feelings, which in turn, influences our behavior. Many of those assumptions however are not entirely our own, or even in our conscious awareness. They come from our parents, communities, traumatic experiences, or a less developed version of ourself. Living a life that does not reflect our authentic values often results in inner conflict that negatively spills outward into our intimate, familial, and professional relationships. Taking time to explore what thoughts and values belong to our authentic selves, is one of the most important gifts an individual can give to themselves.
I specialize in Trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, alcohol and substance abuse, grief and loss, and LGBTQ+ experiences.
Our beliefs and assumptions about the world inform our feelings, which in turn, influences our behavior. Many of those assumptions however are not entirely our own, or even in our conscious awareness. They come from our parents, communities, traumatic experiences, or a less developed version of ourself. Living a life that does not reflect our authentic values often results in inner conflict that negatively spills outward into our intimate, familial, and professional relationships. Taking time to explore what thoughts and values belong to our authentic selves, is one of the most important gifts an individual can give to themselves.
Nicole DeMealo, MHC-LP at Dr Fallon's Practice
MS, MHC-LP, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
Nicole works from a strength-based perspective to help her clients enhance their life satisfaction and fulfillment. By assisting her clients in recognizing and nurturing their inherent strengths they can build upon them and more easily access them in the pursuit of their goals. Nicole has had great success in working with a diverse population of adults struggling with challenging life transitions and a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety (generalized, social, and all other sub types), low self esteem, relationship concerns, depression, trauma, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Nicole works from a strength-based perspective to help her clients enhance their life satisfaction and fulfillment. By assisting her clients in recognizing and nurturing their inherent strengths they can build upon them and more easily access them in the pursuit of their goals. Nicole has had great success in working with a diverse population of adults struggling with challenging life transitions and a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety (generalized, social, and all other sub types), low self esteem, relationship concerns, depression, trauma, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Ilysa Memmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Warwick, NY 10990
I am a Licensed Social Worker in both New Jersey and New York and received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey. I am trained in EMDR and specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults and couples with a focus on anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, grief and trauma. I also come from a creative background and love utilizing skills such as photography, soul collage and other expressive therapy modalities as tools to engage with clients. I'm focused on providing person-centered and trauma-informed care while creating a safe and compassionate environment.
I am a Licensed Social Worker in both New Jersey and New York and received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey. I am trained in EMDR and specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults and couples with a focus on anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, grief and trauma. I also come from a creative background and love utilizing skills such as photography, soul collage and other expressive therapy modalities as tools to engage with clients. I'm focused on providing person-centered and trauma-informed care while creating a safe and compassionate environment.
Dadiana Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
White Plains, NY 10603 (Online Only)
Hello, and congratulations on taking the first step in improving your well-being! I am a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and have worked with adolescents, adults, couples, and families since 2010. I’ve worked in many settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and substance use facilities. My style is understanding, non-judgmental, nurturing, and supportive. I believe in creating a space where we can have difficult conversations, work on resolving issues, and collaborate on care plans based on your personal needs and experiences.
Hello, and congratulations on taking the first step in improving your well-being! I am a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and have worked with adolescents, adults, couples, and families since 2010. I’ve worked in many settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and substance use facilities. My style is understanding, non-judgmental, nurturing, and supportive. I believe in creating a space where we can have difficult conversations, work on resolving issues, and collaborate on care plans based on your personal needs and experiences.
Stanley M Pearlberg
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, CASAC-2
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I am a therapist with over 15 years of experience. I am kind and compassionate and I believe in therapy for all. I love people and would like to join you on a path to self-actualization. I am able to accept most insurance plans. I utilize these theories: Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Spirituality, and Dialectic Behavioral Theory. Some of the issues I work with are Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Anger, Career, Money, Addiction, and LGBTQ+,. also, I am a 12-step navigator. I work with individuals, couples, and Families. People, I find, want to be the best of themselves in all areas of life. I can help.
I am a therapist with over 15 years of experience. I am kind and compassionate and I believe in therapy for all. I love people and would like to join you on a path to self-actualization. I am able to accept most insurance plans. I utilize these theories: Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Spirituality, and Dialectic Behavioral Theory. Some of the issues I work with are Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Anger, Career, Money, Addiction, and LGBTQ+,. also, I am a 12-step navigator. I work with individuals, couples, and Families. People, I find, want to be the best of themselves in all areas of life. I can help.
New Start Psychotherapy
Counselor
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Forest Hills, NY 11375
We can help you with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, grief, ADHD, OCD, eating disorders, self-esteem problems, gender identity, racial identity, addiction, anger management, family conflicts, behavioral problems.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed and unsure what to do next, it's time to get help. Let's turn your pain and uncertainty into growth you never thought possible. Talking about loss, grief, emotional pain and stress, with the right therapist who is non-judgmental will help you deal with these issues in a healthy way while feeling supported. You might be initially hesitant to seek out help and support for personal matters, but when you do, you will feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place and being a better you.
We can help you with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, grief, ADHD, OCD, eating disorders, self-esteem problems, gender identity, racial identity, addiction, anger management, family conflicts, behavioral problems.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed and unsure what to do next, it's time to get help. Let's turn your pain and uncertainty into growth you never thought possible. Talking about loss, grief, emotional pain and stress, with the right therapist who is non-judgmental will help you deal with these issues in a healthy way while feeling supported. You might be initially hesitant to seek out help and support for personal matters, but when you do, you will feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place and being a better you.
Courtney Carey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
After receiving my graduate degree from Boston University, I pursued additional training in trauma focused cognitive behavior therapy, parent/teen mediation, addiction training, and motivational interviewing.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior therapist at Greenwich Psychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
After receiving my graduate degree from Boston University, I pursued additional training in trauma focused cognitive behavior therapy, parent/teen mediation, addiction training, and motivational interviewing.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior therapist at Greenwich Psychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Greenpoint Psychotherapy
LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Current offerings: Exploring Sexuality, Body Image Support Group, Narrative Therapy for Teens, Artful Healing: Depression Support Group, and Supporting Family Members Impacted By Substance Use Disorders.
Greenpoint Psychotherapy is a holistically minded practice that functions on the premise that by allowing ourselves to accept and experience our emotions, we will increase assertive behavior leading to increased alignment between external & inner selves. We help clients with exploring how their past relationships and experiences continue to impact their present life, through identifying and changing thought patterns that have become unnecessarily negative or rigid, and learning to use difficult experiences to gain more insight about themselves so they are able to move forward with kindness instead of fear.
Current offerings: Exploring Sexuality, Body Image Support Group, Narrative Therapy for Teens, Artful Healing: Depression Support Group, and Supporting Family Members Impacted By Substance Use Disorders.
Greenpoint Psychotherapy is a holistically minded practice that functions on the premise that by allowing ourselves to accept and experience our emotions, we will increase assertive behavior leading to increased alignment between external & inner selves. We help clients with exploring how their past relationships and experiences continue to impact their present life, through identifying and changing thought patterns that have become unnecessarily negative or rigid, and learning to use difficult experiences to gain more insight about themselves so they are able to move forward with kindness instead of fear.
Psychotherapy Consultation LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, SIFI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Yonkers, NY 10701 (Online Only)
I specializes in the treatment of adolescents and adults struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, identity questions, self-esteem, parenting, family conflict.
I’m Yurilka Hernandez founder of Psychotherapy & Consultation Group Services PLLC , a licensed clinical Therapist based in New York & Massachusetts. I truly care about my patients’ well-being and guarantee top of the line counseling and psychotherapy services catered to their needs. Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with challenging life experiences. Patient well-being is my number one priority, and I go above and beyond to help them through all their obstacles. Get in touch with me today for more information.
I specializes in the treatment of adolescents and adults struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, identity questions, self-esteem, parenting, family conflict.
I’m Yurilka Hernandez founder of Psychotherapy & Consultation Group Services PLLC , a licensed clinical Therapist based in New York & Massachusetts. I truly care about my patients’ well-being and guarantee top of the line counseling and psychotherapy services catered to their needs. Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with challenging life experiences. Patient well-being is my number one priority, and I go above and beyond to help them through all their obstacles. Get in touch with me today for more information.
Rena Blatt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Flushing, NY 11367 (Online Only)
I work with individuals and families to provide services for those struggling with anxiety, substance use, self- harm, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Life can be overwhelming; why go through it alone?! I can help you live a life that excites and invigorates you. I work with you to create an individualized plan based on your needs. You have the tools to succeed in life, and working together we can discover them, as I view my clients as partners in the healing process. Reaching out for help is the first and hardest step leading you in the right direction. Looking forward to hearing from you!
I work with individuals and families to provide services for those struggling with anxiety, substance use, self- harm, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Life can be overwhelming; why go through it alone?! I can help you live a life that excites and invigorates you. I work with you to create an individualized plan based on your needs. You have the tools to succeed in life, and working together we can discover them, as I view my clients as partners in the healing process. Reaching out for help is the first and hardest step leading you in the right direction. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Jennifer Scheck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sayville, NY 11782 (Online Only)
I offer Telehealth therapy services to adolescents and adults with a focus on substance use and mental health. I also work with significant others (spouses/partners, siblings, parents etc.) who seek support to cope with a loved one's addiction or mental health. The decision to begin therapy is deeply personal and often comes with much consideration. Choosing to share your story and acknowledge life's challenges takes courage and can be a new beginning for personal growth. I am a person centered Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor who will support you with compassion, dignity and respect.
I offer Telehealth therapy services to adolescents and adults with a focus on substance use and mental health. I also work with significant others (spouses/partners, siblings, parents etc.) who seek support to cope with a loved one's addiction or mental health. The decision to begin therapy is deeply personal and often comes with much consideration. Choosing to share your story and acknowledge life's challenges takes courage and can be a new beginning for personal growth. I am a person centered Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor who will support you with compassion, dignity and respect.
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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.