Addiction Treatment Centers in Lakewood, CO

AspenRidge Recovery Lakewood
Treatment Center
Lakewood, CO 80226
AspenRidge Recovery serves adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and trauma.
AspenRidge Recovery offers evidence-based treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental health issues. Our programs include PHP Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and Outpatient care, available in-person and online. We focus on healing the whole person by addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression with therapy, peer support, and relapse prevention.
AspenRidge Recovery serves adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and trauma.
AspenRidge Recovery offers evidence-based treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental health issues. Our programs include PHP Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and Outpatient care, available in-person and online. We focus on healing the whole person by addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression with therapy, peer support, and relapse prevention.
(720) 408-7748 View (720) 408-7748
The Ranch at The Raleigh House
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Our treatment philosophy encourages, motivates and supports clients in exploring their strengths and limitations to begin the healing process from addiction, trauma and other co-occurring disorders.
Our substance abuse treatment program has various levels of care to meet our clients’ individual needs. At The Ranch, we can help you get the toxins and substances out of your body in our on-site medically monitored detox. You will be surrounded by caring, professional staff who will support and encourage you along the way. After detox, you will transition into our residential treatment program. This is where you can truly start to transform your life and reawaken your spirit. You’ll learn new ways of coping with stress to prevent cravings and relapse and engage in inspiring experiential activities and physical activities that can help strengthen and heal your mind and body. After treatment at The Ranch, your recovery can continue with outpatient treatment in Denver. This is where the rubber meets the road as you deepen your practice, build sober community and continue to attend to your physical and mental well-being.
Our treatment philosophy encourages, motivates and supports clients in exploring their strengths and limitations to begin the healing process from addiction, trauma and other co-occurring disorders.
Our substance abuse treatment program has various levels of care to meet our clients’ individual needs. At The Ranch, we can help you get the toxins and substances out of your body in our on-site medically monitored detox. You will be surrounded by caring, professional staff who will support and encourage you along the way. After detox, you will transition into our residential treatment program. This is where you can truly start to transform your life and reawaken your spirit. You’ll learn new ways of coping with stress to prevent cravings and relapse and engage in inspiring experiential activities and physical activities that can help strengthen and heal your mind and body. After treatment at The Ranch, your recovery can continue with outpatient treatment in Denver. This is where the rubber meets the road as you deepen your practice, build sober community and continue to attend to your physical and mental well-being.
(855) 910-5822 View (855) 910-5822
Sandstone Care Denver Outpatient Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
When you and your family are facing mental health or addiction challenges, it can feel impossible to know what treatment will truly make a difference.
No two individuals arrive at treatment in the same place. Some are in visible crisis. Others have been quietly struggling for longer than anyone realized. Our clinical team builds measurement-based treatment plans to monitor progress, continuously updating as needs become clearer. We meet patients where they are.
When you and your family are facing mental health or addiction challenges, it can feel impossible to know what treatment will truly make a difference.
No two individuals arrive at treatment in the same place. Some are in visible crisis. Others have been quietly struggling for longer than anyone realized. Our clinical team builds measurement-based treatment plans to monitor progress, continuously updating as needs become clearer. We meet patients where they are.
(720) 410-6246 View (720) 410-6246
Tangen Counseling
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Tangen Counseling is a dually licensed Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Treatment Facility that is specialized in helping Clients overcome substance use disorders, mental health, and PTSD/trauma challenges
Tangen Counseling is a client-focused and result driven substance use and mental health treatment organization that provides primary treatment and counseling at an affordable fee. We are dedicated to meet our clients’ expectations as it relates to their recovery and mental health wellbeing.
Tangen Counseling is a dually licensed Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Treatment Facility that is specialized in helping Clients overcome substance use disorders, mental health, and PTSD/trauma challenges
Tangen Counseling is a client-focused and result driven substance use and mental health treatment organization that provides primary treatment and counseling at an affordable fee. We are dedicated to meet our clients’ expectations as it relates to their recovery and mental health wellbeing.
(720) 815-3811 View (720) 815-3811
Flatirons Recovery
Treatment Center
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Flatirons Recovery provides clients the opportunity to begin their healing process from substance use/dual-diagnosis disorders on 30 to 90-day tracks to address mental health and addiction issues.
The mission of Flatirons Recovery is to walk alongside our clients through the process of healing from mental health and substance use disorders with greater clarity of purpose, connection to community, and ability to take right action in their lives. What differentiates Flatirons Recovery Center from other treatment providers is our mindfulness-influenced curriculum, commitment to small group sizes, and belief that all our clients are innately good, and must be treated as such. Our highly skilled, compassionate clinical staff provide outstanding care that meets clients as they are, in order to guide them through the process of healing from a wide range of substance use and mental health disorders.
Flatirons Recovery provides clients the opportunity to begin their healing process from substance use/dual-diagnosis disorders on 30 to 90-day tracks to address mental health and addiction issues.
The mission of Flatirons Recovery is to walk alongside our clients through the process of healing from mental health and substance use disorders with greater clarity of purpose, connection to community, and ability to take right action in their lives. What differentiates Flatirons Recovery Center from other treatment providers is our mindfulness-influenced curriculum, commitment to small group sizes, and belief that all our clients are innately good, and must be treated as such. Our highly skilled, compassionate clinical staff provide outstanding care that meets clients as they are, in order to guide them through the process of healing from a wide range of substance use and mental health disorders.
(720) 459-4479 View (720) 459-4479
Grace Counseling
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Ready to break free from an addiction?
At Grace Counseling, an individual or an entire family can come to one location and have the resources available to assist with any needs. With a team of 12 dedicated professional therapists, Grace Counseling is a full-service counseling center, offering diverse specializations for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our therapists care deeply for their clients and seek to bring them confidential professional care and provide insights and skills with compassion, patience and grace. In our warm and welcoming professional offices, clients feel safe and confident that they are receiving the best care!
Ready to break free from an addiction?
At Grace Counseling, an individual or an entire family can come to one location and have the resources available to assist with any needs. With a team of 12 dedicated professional therapists, Grace Counseling is a full-service counseling center, offering diverse specializations for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our therapists care deeply for their clients and seek to bring them confidential professional care and provide insights and skills with compassion, patience and grace. In our warm and welcoming professional offices, clients feel safe and confident that they are receiving the best care!
(720) 408-2502 View (720) 408-2502
A New Outlook Recovery Services
Treatment Center
Serves Area
A New Outlook Recovery Services is proud to offer Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) for both Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Disorder patients.
A New Outlook Recovery Services is honored to be a member of the NeuroStar family of providers. Firstly, this advanced therapy service is uniquely designed for the treatment of major depressive disorders. In addition, this therapy is designed for adult patients who have not satisfactorily improved from previous antidepressant medication. Secondly, this therapy is ideal for those who require further intervention to achieve satisfactory results.
A New Outlook Recovery Services is proud to offer Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) for both Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Disorder patients.
A New Outlook Recovery Services is honored to be a member of the NeuroStar family of providers. Firstly, this advanced therapy service is uniquely designed for the treatment of major depressive disorders. In addition, this therapy is designed for adult patients who have not satisfactorily improved from previous antidepressant medication. Secondly, this therapy is ideal for those who require further intervention to achieve satisfactory results.
(720) 594-6929 View (720) 594-6929
Mile High Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Mile High Recovery Center providestreatment for adults struggling with Substance Use Disorder, Trauma, Co-occurring mental health issues Levels of care include an extended year long-treatment program, day treatment (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and general outpatient (OP).
At Mile High Recovery, we work with an individual until they are whole. Our levels of care range from residential to sober living and everything in between. We employ evidence-based clinical therapeutic approaches with holistic therapies to address the client’s body, mind, and spirit. We offer a multi-phase extended treatment options: Residential - 24/7 highly structured care with therapeutic activities most hours of the day Partial hospitalization program (PHP)–intensive, five days a week, with high accountability Intensive outpatient program (IOP)–less intense than PHP, with an expectation of reintegrating into life.
Mile High Recovery Center providestreatment for adults struggling with Substance Use Disorder, Trauma, Co-occurring mental health issues Levels of care include an extended year long-treatment program, day treatment (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and general outpatient (OP).
At Mile High Recovery, we work with an individual until they are whole. Our levels of care range from residential to sober living and everything in between. We employ evidence-based clinical therapeutic approaches with holistic therapies to address the client’s body, mind, and spirit. We offer a multi-phase extended treatment options: Residential - 24/7 highly structured care with therapeutic activities most hours of the day Partial hospitalization program (PHP)–intensive, five days a week, with high accountability Intensive outpatient program (IOP)–less intense than PHP, with an expectation of reintegrating into life.
(720) 728-0606 View (720) 728-0606
Colorado Mental Health Services
Treatment Center
Lakewood, CO 80215
If you need more support, or substance use is the main concern, we help you find the next step, including continuing care at Red Rock Recovery Center.
Colorado Mental Health Services, powered by Red Rock Recovery Center, runs an adult mental health intensive outpatient program (IOP) in Lakewood, about 15 minutes west of Denver. It's for adults when weekly therapy isn't moving things forward but you're still managing work and daily life. We treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma and PTSD, and adult ADHD. You keep your job and sleep at home, and you don't need a diagnosis or referral to start.
If you need more support, or substance use is the main concern, we help you find the next step, including continuing care at Red Rock Recovery Center.
Colorado Mental Health Services, powered by Red Rock Recovery Center, runs an adult mental health intensive outpatient program (IOP) in Lakewood, about 15 minutes west of Denver. It's for adults when weekly therapy isn't moving things forward but you're still managing work and daily life. We treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma and PTSD, and adult ADHD. You keep your job and sleep at home, and you don't need a diagnosis or referral to start.
(720) 809-8768 x1 View (720) 809-8768 x1
Red Rock Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Lakewood, CO 80215
You may be struggling with substance use, addiction, or co-occurring mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma.
We offer a full continuum of care, including detox, residential treatment, PHP, and IOP, with evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, trauma-focused care, and holistic approaches. Your treatment is personalized, combining clinical support, life skills, and community to help you build a strong, lasting recovery.
You may be struggling with substance use, addiction, or co-occurring mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma.
We offer a full continuum of care, including detox, residential treatment, PHP, and IOP, with evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, trauma-focused care, and holistic approaches. Your treatment is personalized, combining clinical support, life skills, and community to help you build a strong, lasting recovery.
(833) 465-0324 View (833) 465-0324
Fidelity Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Online Only
Fidelity Behavioral Health serves individuals navigating complex mental health and substance use challenges.
We offer outpatient services including therapy, medication management, case management, and competency restoration. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides structured group therapy and individualized care. We also offer a virtual IOP, increasing access to flexible, high-quality treatment.
Fidelity Behavioral Health serves individuals navigating complex mental health and substance use challenges.
We offer outpatient services including therapy, medication management, case management, and competency restoration. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides structured group therapy and individualized care. We also offer a virtual IOP, increasing access to flexible, high-quality treatment.
(720) 784-8268 View (720) 784-8268
Momentum Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Some clinicians focus on highly specialized areas, including ADHD, addictions, autism, bipolar, eating disorders, grief, and LGBTQIA.
We offer Counseling, Psychiatry, and Medication Management. With Telehealth across Colorado, flexible scheduling available within 48 hours, and all insurances accepted, we make it easier to access the care you deserve. Our mission at Momentum Counseling is to provide psychiatric and mental health care through a client-centric experience that inspires hope, promotes wellness, and empowers individuals and families. We are dedicated to delivering ethical, effective, and empathetic services; meeting you where you are with personalized support.
Some clinicians focus on highly specialized areas, including ADHD, addictions, autism, bipolar, eating disorders, grief, and LGBTQIA.
We offer Counseling, Psychiatry, and Medication Management. With Telehealth across Colorado, flexible scheduling available within 48 hours, and all insurances accepted, we make it easier to access the care you deserve. Our mission at Momentum Counseling is to provide psychiatric and mental health care through a client-centric experience that inspires hope, promotes wellness, and empowers individuals and families. We are dedicated to delivering ethical, effective, and empathetic services; meeting you where you are with personalized support.
(970) 609-9881 View (970) 609-9881
Riverstone Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, addiction, or life transitions, our experienced team provides therapy, psychiatry, and recovery support tailored to your unique journey.
We offer a diverse range of services, including individual therapy, group therapy, enhanced outpatient care, family counseling, couples counseling, and case management. Our collective experience has shown that comprehensive care is of utmost importance.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, addiction, or life transitions, our experienced team provides therapy, psychiatry, and recovery support tailored to your unique journey.
We offer a diverse range of services, including individual therapy, group therapy, enhanced outpatient care, family counseling, couples counseling, and case management. Our collective experience has shown that comprehensive care is of utmost importance.
(720) 740-3217 View (720) 740-3217
Zuma's Equine Assisted Learning
Treatment Center
Serves Area
The vision behind Zuma's Equine Assisted Learning Center is to provide people from all backgrounds with unique, equine assisted learning coaching and therapy, using evidence and strengths based approaches. Our unique programs aim to promote the development of healthy relationships, personal empowerment, leadership and creative expression.
The vision behind Zuma's Equine Assisted Learning Center is to provide people from all backgrounds with unique, equine assisted learning coaching and therapy, using evidence and strengths based approaches. Our unique programs aim to promote the development of healthy relationships, personal empowerment, leadership and creative expression.
(720) 600-2487 View (720) 600-2487
Revive Health and Recovery
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We are an accredited intensive mental health, alcohol, and drug outpatient facility offering individualized counseling and intensive outpatient programs.
Medicaid Accepted! Easy Access to Public Transport! Your mental health and well-being are our top priorities. We aim to make every moment you spend with us valuable and productive. We understand that everyone makes mistakes, but by building trust together, we can help you achieve healing and prosperity. We recognize that we might not be the perfect fit for everyone. That's why, during your admissions call and initial intake assessment, our team will evaluate whether our services are right for you. If we determine that we are not the best match for your needs, we will gladly connect you with other outstanding providers in our community to ensure you receive the highest quality care.
We are an accredited intensive mental health, alcohol, and drug outpatient facility offering individualized counseling and intensive outpatient programs.
Medicaid Accepted! Easy Access to Public Transport! Your mental health and well-being are our top priorities. We aim to make every moment you spend with us valuable and productive. We understand that everyone makes mistakes, but by building trust together, we can help you achieve healing and prosperity. We recognize that we might not be the perfect fit for everyone. That's why, during your admissions call and initial intake assessment, our team will evaluate whether our services are right for you. If we determine that we are not the best match for your needs, we will gladly connect you with other outstanding providers in our community to ensure you receive the highest quality care.
(720) 902-7395 View (720) 902-7395
Sandstone Care Teen Center At Castle Rock
Treatment Center
Serves Area
When your teen is struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or other mental health challenges, it can be hard to know what kind of help will really make a difference. At Sandstone Care’s Teen Center at Castle Rock, we provide research backed, 24/7 structured residential care for adolescents ages (13-17) who need more support than outpatient treatment can offer. Nestled in the foothills outside Denver, this safe, consistent setting gives teens space to step out of daily pressures, build skills, feel more grounded, and start making real progress
When your teen is struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or other mental health challenges, it can be hard to know what kind of help will really make a difference. At Sandstone Care’s Teen Center at Castle Rock, we provide research backed, 24/7 structured residential care for adolescents ages (13-17) who need more support than outpatient treatment can offer. Nestled in the foothills outside Denver, this safe, consistent setting gives teens space to step out of daily pressures, build skills, feel more grounded, and start making real progress
(720) 615-9340 View (720) 615-9340
Denver Women's Recovery
Treatment Center
Serves Area
If you're ready for real support, you've found the right place. Denver Women's Recovery is a women's-only mental health program offering Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) in Denver. Our PHP provides 25 hours of structured weekly care — process groups, evidence-based therapy, and a 13-week curriculum designed to help you understand yourself and build a life that holds. We also offer Reiki, fascia, Acudetox, nutrition, yoga, and holistic wellness because healing isn't only cognitive — it's physical and nervous-system deep. CARF accredited. Most insurance accepted.
If you're ready for real support, you've found the right place. Denver Women's Recovery is a women's-only mental health program offering Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) in Denver. Our PHP provides 25 hours of structured weekly care — process groups, evidence-based therapy, and a 13-week curriculum designed to help you understand yourself and build a life that holds. We also offer Reiki, fascia, Acudetox, nutrition, yoga, and holistic wellness because healing isn't only cognitive — it's physical and nervous-system deep. CARF accredited. Most insurance accepted.
(844) 432-0510 View (844) 432-0510

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Hazelden Betty Ford Newberg
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Welcome to Hazelden Betty Ford’s Oregon rehab center in Newberg, specializing in comprehensive residential and outpatient treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, trauma or anxiety.
Inpatient and Outpatient Treatment Expertise Hazelden Betty Ford offers a full continuum of specialized, state-of-the-art treatment services and programs, including: Comprehensive mental health and substance abuse evaluation and diagnosis; residential/inpatient and outpatient treatment; a specific treatment protocol/program for opioid use disorder; and post-treatment counseling, relapse prevention coaching, resources and recommendations for long-term recovery. Our treatment programs and services provide varying levels and frequencies of care, from residential treatment, to day treatment programming, to virtual intensive outpatient programs (IOP), to continuing care. Hazelden Betty Ford’s Newberg campus is also home to specialized rehab for professionals, with integrated resources and support to address issues related to professional licensure, employment status, reputation, professional practice and participation in monitoring programs. Clinicians at our inpatient facility have deep expertise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, and we continually review, evolve and innovate the care we provide based on patient outcomes, scientific advances and best practices in the field.
Welcome to Hazelden Betty Ford’s Oregon rehab center in Newberg, specializing in comprehensive residential and outpatient treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, trauma or anxiety.
Inpatient and Outpatient Treatment Expertise Hazelden Betty Ford offers a full continuum of specialized, state-of-the-art treatment services and programs, including: Comprehensive mental health and substance abuse evaluation and diagnosis; residential/inpatient and outpatient treatment; a specific treatment protocol/program for opioid use disorder; and post-treatment counseling, relapse prevention coaching, resources and recommendations for long-term recovery. Our treatment programs and services provide varying levels and frequencies of care, from residential treatment, to day treatment programming, to virtual intensive outpatient programs (IOP), to continuing care. Hazelden Betty Ford’s Newberg campus is also home to specialized rehab for professionals, with integrated resources and support to address issues related to professional licensure, employment status, reputation, professional practice and participation in monitoring programs. Clinicians at our inpatient facility have deep expertise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, and we continually review, evolve and innovate the care we provide based on patient outcomes, scientific advances and best practices in the field.
(866) 734-2592 View (866) 734-2592
Avenues Recovery Center at Denver
Treatment Center
Aurora, CO 80012
Avenues Recovery Center at Denver is a 120-bed detox and residential facility which offers inpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation services.
At Avenues, we understand that addiction is a chronic, progressive, and relapsing disease regardless of what caused its onset – and it can be prevented with timely intervention and care. We believe strongly in our holistic approach – taking a broad view of each client’s physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing, and letting that guide treatment. We treat sources, not symptoms; we heal people, not problems. Our comprehensive continuum of care and uniform clinical approach throughout our network guarantees that you receive consistently excellent care throughout your time with us. Upon graduation, our dynamic alumni program ensures you remain engaged and connected to a vibrant recovery community for years to come. Once you enter our doors, we embrace you as part of the Avenues family forever.
Avenues Recovery Center at Denver is a 120-bed detox and residential facility which offers inpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation services.
At Avenues, we understand that addiction is a chronic, progressive, and relapsing disease regardless of what caused its onset – and it can be prevented with timely intervention and care. We believe strongly in our holistic approach – taking a broad view of each client’s physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing, and letting that guide treatment. We treat sources, not symptoms; we heal people, not problems. Our comprehensive continuum of care and uniform clinical approach throughout our network guarantees that you receive consistently excellent care throughout your time with us. Upon graduation, our dynamic alumni program ensures you remain engaged and connected to a vibrant recovery community for years to come. Once you enter our doors, we embrace you as part of the Avenues family forever.
(833) 721-0642 View (833) 721-0642
The ART Center Denver primarily serves individuals struggling with substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Comprehensive Addiction Treatment – Many clients have experienced multiple relapses and need an individualized treatment plan with options like Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), individual and group therapy, and psychoeducation on addiction and mental health. Mental Health Support – Co-occurring disorders like anxiety, depression, PTSD, or bipolar disorder are common. Clients benefit from psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapeutic interventions to address these issues alongside their addiction treatment. Skill-Building and Life Skills Training – To support long-term recovery, our clients often need help developing life skills, such as job readiness, managing daily responsibilities, and cultivating healthy coping mechanisms. Social Support and Community Integration – Our program offers structured support groups, family therapy, and aftercare planning to help clients build a strong recovery network and navigate social situations post-treatment. Holistic Therapies – Many clients benefit from non-traditional therapies, including art, music, yoga, meditation, and pet therapy, to manage stress, increase mindfulness, and foster creativity as part of their recovery.
The ART Center Denver primarily serves individuals struggling with substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Comprehensive Addiction Treatment – Many clients have experienced multiple relapses and need an individualized treatment plan with options like Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), individual and group therapy, and psychoeducation on addiction and mental health. Mental Health Support – Co-occurring disorders like anxiety, depression, PTSD, or bipolar disorder are common. Clients benefit from psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapeutic interventions to address these issues alongside their addiction treatment. Skill-Building and Life Skills Training – To support long-term recovery, our clients often need help developing life skills, such as job readiness, managing daily responsibilities, and cultivating healthy coping mechanisms. Social Support and Community Integration – Our program offers structured support groups, family therapy, and aftercare planning to help clients build a strong recovery network and navigate social situations post-treatment. Holistic Therapies – Many clients benefit from non-traditional therapies, including art, music, yoga, meditation, and pet therapy, to manage stress, increase mindfulness, and foster creativity as part of their recovery.
(720) 571-9611 View (720) 571-9611

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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.