Veritas Counseling is an outpatient alcohol and drug treatment program.
Jeffrey A. Henigan, LAADC, is the founder of and Primary Counselor for Veritas Counseling CDIOP. He has been an addictions counselor since 1981. He works with a Clinical Consultant: Deni Deutsche Marshall, LCSW.
Veritas Counseling is an outpatient alcohol and drug treatment program.
Jeffrey A. Henigan, LAADC, is the founder of and Primary Counselor for Veritas Counseling CDIOP. He has been an addictions counselor since 1981. He works with a Clinical Consultant: Deni Deutsche Marshall, LCSW.
Evolve Elk Grove treats teens ages 12-17 struggling with mental health, addiction, or behavioral issues.
When it comes to your teen's treatment, safety is essential. Families trust Evolve for exceptional clinical care in a highly secure environment. Dual-accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission, we meet the nation's strictest standards. With high staff-to-client ratios and a warm setting, we give parents peace of mind as teens heal and grow in our care.
Evolve Elk Grove treats teens ages 12-17 struggling with mental health, addiction, or behavioral issues.
When it comes to your teen's treatment, safety is essential. Families trust Evolve for exceptional clinical care in a highly secure environment. Dual-accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission, we meet the nation's strictest standards. With high staff-to-client ratios and a warm setting, we give parents peace of mind as teens heal and grow in our care.
We are a boutique residential medical drug and alcohol detoxification facility specializing addiction treatment and dual diagnosis.
While group therapy, evidence based curriculum and experiential activities are important parts of our treatment program, our exceptional staff of counselors, on-site Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and our incredible Chef are the key components that make the most difference in our clients' recovery. Our counselors are experts in addiction and co-occurring disorders, and because many of them are in recovery themselves they understand what you are going through and how to help you start over and live sober again. We also pride ourselves on having an extremely high clinical staff to client ratio compared to most other recovery programs. This allows our clinical staff to spend significantly more individual counseling time with each client, so that they can truly customize each person's treatment plan, goals, objectives, and discharge plan.
We are a boutique residential medical drug and alcohol detoxification facility specializing addiction treatment and dual diagnosis.
While group therapy, evidence based curriculum and experiential activities are important parts of our treatment program, our exceptional staff of counselors, on-site Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and our incredible Chef are the key components that make the most difference in our clients' recovery. Our counselors are experts in addiction and co-occurring disorders, and because many of them are in recovery themselves they understand what you are going through and how to help you start over and live sober again. We also pride ourselves on having an extremely high clinical staff to client ratio compared to most other recovery programs. This allows our clinical staff to spend significantly more individual counseling time with each client, so that they can truly customize each person's treatment plan, goals, objectives, and discharge plan.
Women struggling with alcohol or drug addiction — often alongside anxiety, depression, trauma, or PTSD — deserve care built around their needs.
Our women's program pairs medically supervised detox with trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy and holistic care — yoga, art therapy, and mindfulness. Master's-level clinicians guide every step, and dual-diagnosis support treats mental health and addiction together. We are in-network with most major insurers.
Women struggling with alcohol or drug addiction — often alongside anxiety, depression, trauma, or PTSD — deserve care built around their needs.
Our women's program pairs medically supervised detox with trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy and holistic care — yoga, art therapy, and mindfulness. Master's-level clinicians guide every step, and dual-diagnosis support treats mental health and addiction together. We are in-network with most major insurers.
If you or a family member is struggling with alcohol abuse or drug addiction, we can help.
A typical day at our beautiful and exclusive Residential setting on 5 private acres in Loomis, CA will include individual counseling with either our Life Coach, a Certified Addiction Counselor, or our Licensed Therapist, and group therapy sessions using evidence based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT), Assessment and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness. Part of a day's schedule will also include holistic classes. Also known as "experiential therapies", these optional classes include art therapy, recreation therapy at California Family Fitness, mindful meditation, mindfulness walks, Folsom Lake hikes, equine therapy, yoga, massage therapy, or simply relaxing in the spa. No other program in the country offers such a wide variety of therapeutic experiences combined with customized evidence based treatment. Not surprisingly, our patients report a 95% program satisfaction rate on average as well as excellent success rates long after they have graduated from the program.
If you or a family member is struggling with alcohol abuse or drug addiction, we can help.
A typical day at our beautiful and exclusive Residential setting on 5 private acres in Loomis, CA will include individual counseling with either our Life Coach, a Certified Addiction Counselor, or our Licensed Therapist, and group therapy sessions using evidence based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT), Assessment and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness. Part of a day's schedule will also include holistic classes. Also known as "experiential therapies", these optional classes include art therapy, recreation therapy at California Family Fitness, mindful meditation, mindfulness walks, Folsom Lake hikes, equine therapy, yoga, massage therapy, or simply relaxing in the spa. No other program in the country offers such a wide variety of therapeutic experiences combined with customized evidence based treatment. Not surprisingly, our patients report a 95% program satisfaction rate on average as well as excellent success rates long after they have graduated from the program.
Located on a serene and secluded campus in northern California that overlooks San Francisco Bay, Bayside Marin is a small, private, and highly personalized program for adult men and women, aged 18 and older, who are struggling with substance abuse, addiction, and co-occurring disorders such as depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
Addiction to alcohol or other drugs is a debilitating progressive disease that has the potential to wreak havoc on a person's physical, mental, emotional, and social wellbeing. Addiction is a complex chronic condition that is marked by the inability to resist the powerful urge to use mind-altering substances. Common signs and symptoms of addiction include developing tolerance (needing to use increasingly larger amounts of a substance in order to achieve the same result), prioritizing the acquisition and use of drugs over one's relationships, career prospects, academic progress, or other responsibilities, and experiencing painful withdrawal symptoms when attempting to stop using. Even after having experienced significant negative consequences as the result of their substance abuse, individuals who suffer from the disease of addiction are unable to stop their self-defeating behaviors. Addiction is associated with myriad negative effects and co-occurring disorders, including heart problems, organ damage, cognitive impairment, and depression. If left untreated, addiction can send a person into a downward spiral of shame, self-hatred, and hopelessness.
Located on a serene and secluded campus in northern California that overlooks San Francisco Bay, Bayside Marin is a small, private, and highly personalized program for adult men and women, aged 18 and older, who are struggling with substance abuse, addiction, and co-occurring disorders such as depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
Addiction to alcohol or other drugs is a debilitating progressive disease that has the potential to wreak havoc on a person's physical, mental, emotional, and social wellbeing. Addiction is a complex chronic condition that is marked by the inability to resist the powerful urge to use mind-altering substances. Common signs and symptoms of addiction include developing tolerance (needing to use increasingly larger amounts of a substance in order to achieve the same result), prioritizing the acquisition and use of drugs over one's relationships, career prospects, academic progress, or other responsibilities, and experiencing painful withdrawal symptoms when attempting to stop using. Even after having experienced significant negative consequences as the result of their substance abuse, individuals who suffer from the disease of addiction are unable to stop their self-defeating behaviors. Addiction is associated with myriad negative effects and co-occurring disorders, including heart problems, organ damage, cognitive impairment, and depression. If left untreated, addiction can send a person into a downward spiral of shame, self-hatred, and hopelessness.
Recovery Happens Counseling Services provides trauma-informed dual diagnosis outpatient treatment for individuals in all stages of alcohol and substance use - from experimentation to addiction.
Recovery Happens Counseling Services: IOP and PHP evidence-based and trauma-informed dual diagnosis alcohol and substance abuse treatment. we provide Outpatient Mental Health Care Therapy. Our Treatment Options include individual and family counseling and groups for alcohol and substance abuse treatment and recovery. Our Outpatient Mental Health Care Therapy is individual counseling; and can include group . detox and residential drug and alcohol rehab treatment is available at our residential rehab centers: New Start Recovery Solutions, All Recovery Happens Counseling Services outpatient services include IOP and PHP programs for addiction recovery - as well as Outpatient Mental Health Care and Therapy. day and evening IOP sessions; and we have PHP Partial Hospitalization Programs. Our PHP Partial Hospitalization Program is a medically managed level of care. You may be able to continue to be supported by EDD, disability and FMLA while in PHP treatment. Telehealth is available.
Recovery Happens Counseling Services provides trauma-informed dual diagnosis outpatient treatment for individuals in all stages of alcohol and substance use - from experimentation to addiction.
Recovery Happens Counseling Services: IOP and PHP evidence-based and trauma-informed dual diagnosis alcohol and substance abuse treatment. we provide Outpatient Mental Health Care Therapy. Our Treatment Options include individual and family counseling and groups for alcohol and substance abuse treatment and recovery. Our Outpatient Mental Health Care Therapy is individual counseling; and can include group . detox and residential drug and alcohol rehab treatment is available at our residential rehab centers: New Start Recovery Solutions, All Recovery Happens Counseling Services outpatient services include IOP and PHP programs for addiction recovery - as well as Outpatient Mental Health Care and Therapy. day and evening IOP sessions; and we have PHP Partial Hospitalization Programs. Our PHP Partial Hospitalization Program is a medically managed level of care. You may be able to continue to be supported by EDD, disability and FMLA while in PHP treatment. Telehealth is available.
New Dawn's Roseville program is built for adults who want to overcome substance use while keeping up with daily life.
Our Intensive Outpatient Program offers day and evening scheduling plus hybrid virtual options, so treatment fits your week. Care is evidence-based and trauma-informed, with dual-diagnosis support addressing co-occurring mental health conditions. We accept most major insurance and connect every client to lasting aftercare.
New Dawn's Roseville program is built for adults who want to overcome substance use while keeping up with daily life.
Our Intensive Outpatient Program offers day and evening scheduling plus hybrid virtual options, so treatment fits your week. Care is evidence-based and trauma-informed, with dual-diagnosis support addressing co-occurring mental health conditions. We accept most major insurance and connect every client to lasting aftercare.
Over the past 25 years, Serenity Knolls has built a reputation as a leading provider of cutting-edge care for substance abuse and other co-occurring mental illnesses.
Substance use disorders rarely occur in a vacuum, and there are typically factors in an individual's life that have served to trigger or exacerbate his or her drug or alcohol abuse. Some of these factors are environmental, but some are physiological. The term "co-occurring" disorder refers to the presence of a mental health condition that is diagnosed along with a substance use disorder. Sometimes individuals have turned to drugs or alcohol in an effort to mask the troubling symptoms of an undiagnosed and untreated mental illness, but this only serves to make the problem worse. There can be many signs and symptoms that a person is suffering from a co-occurring mental health disorder. If the person suddenly has a marked change in behavior, eating and sleeping patterns, affect, social habits, or mood, it may be time to seek professional help.
Over the past 25 years, Serenity Knolls has built a reputation as a leading provider of cutting-edge care for substance abuse and other co-occurring mental illnesses.
Substance use disorders rarely occur in a vacuum, and there are typically factors in an individual's life that have served to trigger or exacerbate his or her drug or alcohol abuse. Some of these factors are environmental, but some are physiological. The term "co-occurring" disorder refers to the presence of a mental health condition that is diagnosed along with a substance use disorder. Sometimes individuals have turned to drugs or alcohol in an effort to mask the troubling symptoms of an undiagnosed and untreated mental illness, but this only serves to make the problem worse. There can be many signs and symptoms that a person is suffering from a co-occurring mental health disorder. If the person suddenly has a marked change in behavior, eating and sleeping patterns, affect, social habits, or mood, it may be time to seek professional help.
Along with medication, MAT involves counseling that individuals may need to begin processing any underlying concerns that may be contributing to their drug use.
Those who choose to receive MAT at Sacramento CTC participate in a streamlined admissions process. This involves an assessment to review a person’s medical history, past and current drug use, and goals for treatment. During the admissions process, each patient receives a prescription for methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone, or Suboxone. A person’s care team will help determine which of these medications is right for them, along with the appropriate dosage. In addition to medication, we provide patients with counseling that includes group and individual sessions. Individual counseling allows people to address their specific concerns, while group sessions give them the chance to learn about various addiction topics and build skills to prevent relapse. We also provide aftercare planning, which can include referrals to traditional outpatient services, relapse prevention groups, and other resources that promote long-term recovery and wellness.
Along with medication, MAT involves counseling that individuals may need to begin processing any underlying concerns that may be contributing to their drug use.
Those who choose to receive MAT at Sacramento CTC participate in a streamlined admissions process. This involves an assessment to review a person’s medical history, past and current drug use, and goals for treatment. During the admissions process, each patient receives a prescription for methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone, or Suboxone. A person’s care team will help determine which of these medications is right for them, along with the appropriate dosage. In addition to medication, we provide patients with counseling that includes group and individual sessions. Individual counseling allows people to address their specific concerns, while group sessions give them the chance to learn about various addiction topics and build skills to prevent relapse. We also provide aftercare planning, which can include referrals to traditional outpatient services, relapse prevention groups, and other resources that promote long-term recovery and wellness.
Pathways Recovery offers intimate, gender-specific residential treatment in Roseville, CA, with 24/7 support and individualized care for substance use and dual-diagnosis mental health concerns.
Pathways Recovery provides individualized treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions through detox, residential, PHP and IOP. Our approach combines individual and group therapy, evidence-based clinical care, psychiatric support, wellness and practical recovery skills in a compassionate, structured environment.
Pathways Recovery offers intimate, gender-specific residential treatment in Roseville, CA, with 24/7 support and individualized care for substance use and dual-diagnosis mental health concerns.
Pathways Recovery provides individualized treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions through detox, residential, PHP and IOP. Our approach combines individual and group therapy, evidence-based clinical care, psychiatric support, wellness and practical recovery skills in a compassionate, structured environment.
Discover a haven of healing and transformation at Serenity Recovery, a premier residential addiction treatment facility nestled on 2 acres of picturesque and tranquil land.
Our multidisciplinary team of experts, including a psychiatrist, medical director, licensed therapist, certified AOD Counselors, and dedicated clinicians, is onsite six-seven days a week to provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment. At Serenity Recovery, we take pride in our trauma-informed staff, who are well-versed in the latest breakthroughs in addiction counseling and mental health. Experience our holistic approach to recovery, combining traditional therapies with cutting-edge techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our serene grounds offer the perfect environment for reflection, relaxation, and growth, empowering you to forge a lasting and fulfilling path to sobriety.
Discover a haven of healing and transformation at Serenity Recovery, a premier residential addiction treatment facility nestled on 2 acres of picturesque and tranquil land.
Our multidisciplinary team of experts, including a psychiatrist, medical director, licensed therapist, certified AOD Counselors, and dedicated clinicians, is onsite six-seven days a week to provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment. At Serenity Recovery, we take pride in our trauma-informed staff, who are well-versed in the latest breakthroughs in addiction counseling and mental health. Experience our holistic approach to recovery, combining traditional therapies with cutting-edge techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our serene grounds offer the perfect environment for reflection, relaxation, and growth, empowering you to forge a lasting and fulfilling path to sobriety.
We have Primary Mental Health Treatment, Addiction Treatment residential and all levels of care.
At Aspen Intervention Wellness, we provide personalized medically managed detox, dual-diagnosis mental health residential care, and intensive outpatient treatment for individuals, families, and professionals. Every treatment plan is customized to meet your unique needs. We help replace unhealthy patterns with lasting, healthy habits. Our team can facilitate family interventions to overcome barriers and develop a strong continuing care plan after treatment. The solution is within you, and we help bring it forward. Our admissions counselors are ready to answer questions and assist with insurance verification.
We have Primary Mental Health Treatment, Addiction Treatment residential and all levels of care.
At Aspen Intervention Wellness, we provide personalized medically managed detox, dual-diagnosis mental health residential care, and intensive outpatient treatment for individuals, families, and professionals. Every treatment plan is customized to meet your unique needs. We help replace unhealthy patterns with lasting, healthy habits. Our team can facilitate family interventions to overcome barriers and develop a strong continuing care plan after treatment. The solution is within you, and we help bring it forward. Our admissions counselors are ready to answer questions and assist with insurance verification.
SagePoint Behavioral Health offers trauma-informed treatment for adults (18+) facing mental health and substance use challenges.
At SagePoint, we offer flexible, personalized care that treats the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our expert team helps you build a treatment plan that fits your goals & supports lasting recovery from mental health & substance use challenges.
Already working with a therapist or provider you trust? You can continue working with them while in our care!
SagePoint Behavioral Health offers trauma-informed treatment for adults (18+) facing mental health and substance use challenges.
At SagePoint, we offer flexible, personalized care that treats the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our expert team helps you build a treatment plan that fits your goals & supports lasting recovery from mental health & substance use challenges.
Already working with a therapist or provider you trust? You can continue working with them while in our care!
We treat substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and PTSD, with specialized programs for veterans.
New Dawn's Elk Grove program serves expecting and new mothers facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, or trauma related to pregnancy and postpartum. Many mothers feel overwhelmed, isolated, or afraid to ask for help, and worry about being separated from their babies. Our clients want specialized, compassionate care that takes their experience seriously — support that helps them heal while staying close to their children and family.
In-person and virtual options are available.
We treat substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and PTSD, with specialized programs for veterans.
New Dawn's Elk Grove program serves expecting and new mothers facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, or trauma related to pregnancy and postpartum. Many mothers feel overwhelmed, isolated, or afraid to ask for help, and worry about being separated from their babies. Our clients want specialized, compassionate care that takes their experience seriously — support that helps them heal while staying close to their children and family.
In-person and virtual options are available.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
When teens face mental health or behavioral challenges, the right treatment can make all the difference. At Evolve, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care through a range of therapeutic programs for teens. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) offers 24/7 supervision and highly individualized care in a safe, supportive setting, serving only six teens at a time. We also offer structured outpatient programs through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Each level of care is designed to help teens heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
When teens face mental health or behavioral challenges, the right treatment can make all the difference. At Evolve, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care through a range of therapeutic programs for teens. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) offers 24/7 supervision and highly individualized care in a safe, supportive setting, serving only six teens at a time. We also offer structured outpatient programs through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Each level of care is designed to help teens heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
When teens face mental health or behavioral challenges, the right treatment can make all the difference. At Evolve, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care through a range of therapeutic programs for teens. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) offers 24/7 supervision and highly individualized care in a safe, supportive setting, serving only six teens at a time. We also offer structured outpatient programs through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Each level of care is designed to help teens heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
When teens face mental health or behavioral challenges, the right treatment can make all the difference. At Evolve, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care through a range of therapeutic programs for teens. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) offers 24/7 supervision and highly individualized care in a safe, supportive setting, serving only six teens at a time. We also offer structured outpatient programs through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Each level of care is designed to help teens heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
Muir Wood Teen Treatment specializes in treating primary mental health, substance use disorders, and trauma.
Everything we do is built for teens ages 12–17, not adapted from adult models. Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists, highly trained therapists, nurses, educators, and recovery counselors who specialize in adolescent mental health and substance use treatment. Working as an integrated team, they deliver care tailored to each teen’s needs.
Muir Wood Teen Treatment specializes in treating primary mental health, substance use disorders, and trauma.
Everything we do is built for teens ages 12–17, not adapted from adult models. Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists, highly trained therapists, nurses, educators, and recovery counselors who specialize in adolescent mental health and substance use treatment. Working as an integrated team, they deliver care tailored to each teen’s needs.
Our complete continuum of care ranges from intervention to addiction treatment to personalized continuing care plans after treatment is completed.
We understand the choice to no longer use alcohol or drugs is the hardest and most courageous decision you or your loved one may ever make. Equally as intimidating is the reality of the entire life change required in recovery. Our staff understands this process and are committed to help walk with each patient through the fears, concerns and expectations that come with the recovery process. Our experienced and compassionate staff help those in recovery and the family to understand that change and recovery are possible. New Start Recovery Solutions creates treatment plans to guide each patient into the appropriate level of care. We believe patients deserve a chance at entering into recovery with the highest quality of care available - and to live a healthy and productive life. We truly believe that hope is available for our patients and their loved ones. Integrity and professionalism are some of the core values of our company. Passion is the driving force to encourage and motivate the alcoholic or addict to find a "New Start" in life without the use of drugs and alcohol.
Our complete continuum of care ranges from intervention to addiction treatment to personalized continuing care plans after treatment is completed.
We understand the choice to no longer use alcohol or drugs is the hardest and most courageous decision you or your loved one may ever make. Equally as intimidating is the reality of the entire life change required in recovery. Our staff understands this process and are committed to help walk with each patient through the fears, concerns and expectations that come with the recovery process. Our experienced and compassionate staff help those in recovery and the family to understand that change and recovery are possible. New Start Recovery Solutions creates treatment plans to guide each patient into the appropriate level of care. We believe patients deserve a chance at entering into recovery with the highest quality of care available - and to live a healthy and productive life. We truly believe that hope is available for our patients and their loved ones. Integrity and professionalism are some of the core values of our company. Passion is the driving force to encourage and motivate the alcoholic or addict to find a "New Start" in life without the use of drugs and alcohol.
Muir Wood Teen Treatment specializes in treating primary mental health, substance use disorders, and trauma.
Everything we do is built for teens ages 12–17, not adapted from adult models. Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists, highly trained therapists, nurses, educators, and recovery counselors who specialize in adolescent mental health and substance use treatment. Working as an integrated team, they deliver care tailored to each teen’s needs.
Muir Wood Teen Treatment specializes in treating primary mental health, substance use disorders, and trauma.
Everything we do is built for teens ages 12–17, not adapted from adult models. Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists, highly trained therapists, nurses, educators, and recovery counselors who specialize in adolescent mental health and substance use treatment. Working as an integrated team, they deliver care tailored to each teen’s needs.
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Addiction Treatment Centers
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.