Psychiatrists in Alachua County, FL
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Boby Ukken APRN, A & B Medical Integrated Care INC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Boby, Ukken, APRN
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32653
My clinical expertise is in adult psychiatry, primary care and addiction medicine. I got training as a general physician from India in acute care settings from 2006 soon after my medical graduation. Since 2014 I am working in the United States as a Nurse practitioner in sleep disorders, pulmonary & internal diseases management, then started working in crisis stabilization as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in 2017. Boby Ukken APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. Address: A & B Medical Integrated Care Inc Address: 1500 N. University Dr, Ste 202 Coral Springs, FL 33071, Email: aandbmedical@gmail.com Phone: 9544065220 Fax: 7544843904
My clinical expertise is in adult psychiatry, primary care and addiction medicine. I got training as a general physician from India in acute care settings from 2006 soon after my medical graduation. Since 2014 I am working in the United States as a Nurse practitioner in sleep disorders, pulmonary & internal diseases management, then started working in crisis stabilization as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in 2017. Boby Ukken APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. Address: A & B Medical Integrated Care Inc Address: 1500 N. University Dr, Ste 202 Coral Springs, FL 33071, Email: aandbmedical@gmail.com Phone: 9544065220 Fax: 7544843904
![Photo of Adil Mohammed - Harmony United Psychiatric Care, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ba141098-a2ba-4655-9c98-10966928fcf2/2/320x400.jpeg)
Accepting New Clients. Appointments are typically available the same day or the next day. We offer Medication Management, Counseling/Psychotherapy, and Neuropsychological Testing in our network of clinics and online via our Telepsychiatry Services throughout Florida. Our team of experienced mental health professionals includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Certified Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. We care for adults, adolescents, and children ages 5 and above. We accept most insurance plans, including Medicare.
Accepting New Clients. Appointments are typically available the same day or the next day. We offer Medication Management, Counseling/Psychotherapy, and Neuropsychological Testing in our network of clinics and online via our Telepsychiatry Services throughout Florida. Our team of experienced mental health professionals includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Certified Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. We care for adults, adolescents, and children ages 5 and above. We accept most insurance plans, including Medicare.
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VirtualPsychiatricCare.com
Psychiatric Nurse, MSN, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32603 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations, talk therapy, and medication management. We treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment on our website. Evening and weekend hours are available. Offering affordable visit rates. Accepting Medicare, Aetna, Cigna (Evernorth), and Optum/UHC/UBH insurances.
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations, talk therapy, and medication management. We treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment on our website. Evening and weekend hours are available. Offering affordable visit rates. Accepting Medicare, Aetna, Cigna (Evernorth), and Optum/UHC/UBH insurances.
![Photo of Jason Farrah - Harmony United Psychiatric Care , Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/70c00bf4-df3f-451e-b3cd-d2fa7592b3a6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Accepting New Clients. Appointments are typically available within 7 days. We offer Medication Management, Counseling/Psychotherapy, and Neuropsychological Testing online via our Telepsychiatry Services throughout Florida. Our team of experienced mental health professionals includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Certified Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. We care for adults, adolescents, and children, ages 5 and above. We accept most insurance plans including Medicare.
Accepting New Clients. Appointments are typically available within 7 days. We offer Medication Management, Counseling/Psychotherapy, and Neuropsychological Testing online via our Telepsychiatry Services throughout Florida. Our team of experienced mental health professionals includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Certified Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. We care for adults, adolescents, and children, ages 5 and above. We accept most insurance plans including Medicare.
![Photo of Jason Farrah - Harmony United Psychiatric Care, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1cf5abe9-7908-4c47-b895-04eaf7c4bebc/2/320x400.jpeg)
Accepting New Clients. Appointments are typically available within 7 days. We offer Medication Management, Counseling/Psychotherapy, and Neuropsychological Testing online via our Telepsychiatry Services throughout Florida. Our team of experienced mental health professionals includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Certified Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. We care for adults, adolescents, and children, ages 5 and above. We accept most insurance plans including Medicare.
Accepting New Clients. Appointments are typically available within 7 days. We offer Medication Management, Counseling/Psychotherapy, and Neuropsychological Testing online via our Telepsychiatry Services throughout Florida. Our team of experienced mental health professionals includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Certified Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. We care for adults, adolescents, and children, ages 5 and above. We accept most insurance plans including Medicare.
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YES in Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32601 (Online Only)
I employ a personalized integrative approach to support both adults and children coping with ADHD, Autism, Depression, Insomnia, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, and PTSD. This approach draws from various integrated modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychopharmacological, lifestyle modification, and mindfulness-based interventions.
I employ a personalized integrative approach to support both adults and children coping with ADHD, Autism, Depression, Insomnia, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, and PTSD. This approach draws from various integrated modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychopharmacological, lifestyle modification, and mindfulness-based interventions.
Online Psychiatrists
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As an Interventional Psychiatrist, I focus on challenging clinical situations. I help individuals who suffer from Treatment Resistant Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, OCD, Eating Disorders, Psychosis, Addiction, and especially any complex combination of the aforementioned. People often come to me after they have failed multiple prior medication regimens and sometimes even treatment centers. Most have a lot on the line, whether it be work, marriage, the ability to parent, school, or even just maintaining a faint hope that they can experience happiness again one day.
As an Interventional Psychiatrist, I focus on challenging clinical situations. I help individuals who suffer from Treatment Resistant Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, OCD, Eating Disorders, Psychosis, Addiction, and especially any complex combination of the aforementioned. People often come to me after they have failed multiple prior medication regimens and sometimes even treatment centers. Most have a lot on the line, whether it be work, marriage, the ability to parent, school, or even just maintaining a faint hope that they can experience happiness again one day.
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A committed psychiatric group that provides the highest quality of care to individuals with mental illness, including substance use disorders, and their families.
Spark Wellness Group works to provide compassionate and personalized care for all of our patients. We conduct psychiatric evaluations and offer medication management services for children, adolescents, and adult patients.
A committed psychiatric group that provides the highest quality of care to individuals with mental illness, including substance use disorders, and their families.
Spark Wellness Group works to provide compassionate and personalized care for all of our patients. We conduct psychiatric evaluations and offer medication management services for children, adolescents, and adult patients.
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Kelly Anderson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32216
My diverse experience includes (US east coast North & South) inpatient adult psych units, outpatient private practice, CSU, IOP/PHP, community care, dual-diagnosis, substance use detox/rehab facilities, emergency department (ED), stroke/TBI, active military, vets (VA CCN), geriatric psychiatry, correctional facilities & more.
I am most passionate about working with all-inclusive clientele within a wide-range of mental health needs. My experience includes depression, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, C-PTSD/trauma, bipolar disorder (d/o), autism, BPD, other personality d/o, OCD, schizophrenia/schizoaffective d/o, psychosis, AVH (hallucinations), conversion or somatization d/o, eating d/o, adjustment d/o, self-harm, SI/HI, alcohol/opiate/benzo use d/o, women's issues, intellectual disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+, military/vets, 1st responders & more. I am very easy to talk to & look forward to us concluding all encounters, with you much more at ease every time we meet.
My diverse experience includes (US east coast North & South) inpatient adult psych units, outpatient private practice, CSU, IOP/PHP, community care, dual-diagnosis, substance use detox/rehab facilities, emergency department (ED), stroke/TBI, active military, vets (VA CCN), geriatric psychiatry, correctional facilities & more.
I am most passionate about working with all-inclusive clientele within a wide-range of mental health needs. My experience includes depression, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, C-PTSD/trauma, bipolar disorder (d/o), autism, BPD, other personality d/o, OCD, schizophrenia/schizoaffective d/o, psychosis, AVH (hallucinations), conversion or somatization d/o, eating d/o, adjustment d/o, self-harm, SI/HI, alcohol/opiate/benzo use d/o, women's issues, intellectual disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+, military/vets, 1st responders & more. I am very easy to talk to & look forward to us concluding all encounters, with you much more at ease every time we meet.
![Photo of Emmanuel Appiadu, APRN, PMHNP, FNP-BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/33890f36-58e1-4aca-9f93-95b500044de5/1/320x400.jpeg)
Emmanuel Appiadu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32217
I’m an experienced Dual Certified Mental Health & Family Medicine Provider. I have an extensive history in treating Children, Adults and Geriatric population. I treat clients with ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, Eating Disorders, Conduct/Oppositional Defiant Disorders, Personality Disorders, & those with Autistic Spectrum Disorder etc. My work history includes Criminal Justice, Department of Children & Family, Group Homes, Substances Use & Addiction. I am a Certified Addiction Provider with over 10 years experience in treating patients with Suboxone, Sublocade & Vivitrol.
I’m an experienced Dual Certified Mental Health & Family Medicine Provider. I have an extensive history in treating Children, Adults and Geriatric population. I treat clients with ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, Eating Disorders, Conduct/Oppositional Defiant Disorders, Personality Disorders, & those with Autistic Spectrum Disorder etc. My work history includes Criminal Justice, Department of Children & Family, Group Homes, Substances Use & Addiction. I am a Certified Addiction Provider with over 10 years experience in treating patients with Suboxone, Sublocade & Vivitrol.
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We specialize in treating these conditions: • ADHD • Alcohol Abuse • Anxiety • Bipolar Disorder • Depression • Dementia • Eating Disorder • OCD • Panic Disorder • Personality Disorder • PTSD • Schizophrenia • Schizoaffective Disorder • Substance Abuse.
Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.
We specialize in treating these conditions: • ADHD • Alcohol Abuse • Anxiety • Bipolar Disorder • Depression • Dementia • Eating Disorder • OCD • Panic Disorder • Personality Disorder • PTSD • Schizophrenia • Schizoaffective Disorder • Substance Abuse.
Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.
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I have been a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for 15 years. I specialize in providing psychiatric medication intervention for a variety of Mental Health Conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, substance disorders and many others.
I have been a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for 15 years. I specialize in providing psychiatric medication intervention for a variety of Mental Health Conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, substance disorders and many others.
![Photo of Dinar Sajan, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dc4766db-65e9-4d96-b490-edb568875203/1/320x400.jpeg)
We specialize in treating these conditions: • ADHD • Alcohol Abuse • Anxiety • Bipolar Disorder • Depression • Dementia • Eating Disorder • OCD • Panic Disorder • Personality Disorder • PTSD • Schizophrenia • Schizoaffective Disorder • Substance Abuse.
Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.
We specialize in treating these conditions: • ADHD • Alcohol Abuse • Anxiety • Bipolar Disorder • Depression • Dementia • Eating Disorder • OCD • Panic Disorder • Personality Disorder • PTSD • Schizophrenia • Schizoaffective Disorder • Substance Abuse.
Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.
![Photo of Dinar Sajan, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4482997a-2eb2-4e7f-b35b-5a6d8669feac/1/320x400.jpeg)
We specialize in treating these conditions: • ADHD • Alcohol Abuse • Anxiety • Bipolar Disorder • Depression • Dementia • Eating Disorder • OCD • Panic Disorder • Personality Disorder • PTSD • Schizophrenia • Schizoaffective Disorder • Substance Abuse.
Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.
We specialize in treating these conditions: • ADHD • Alcohol Abuse • Anxiety • Bipolar Disorder • Depression • Dementia • Eating Disorder • OCD • Panic Disorder • Personality Disorder • PTSD • Schizophrenia • Schizoaffective Disorder • Substance Abuse.
Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.
![Photo of Pragnesh Patel - Instic Health - Inverness, MD , Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b13e63c7-8656-48c2-881f-48e70393b9ab/2/320x400.jpeg)
Today, I’m proud of the clinical capabilities, comprehensive psychiatric assessment services, and addiction treatment offerings we bring to the table.
As Medical Director, I enjoy the privilege of overseeing some of the most earnest, empathetic, and talented office and medical professionals in the field. Together, we represent an exceptionally skilled group that genuinely loves what we do and the patients we do it for. In my own recent past as Vice-Chair of Medicine at Tampa Community Hospital; and, as a lead resident at Department of Medicine at East Tennessee State University, I saw there was a fairly large gap between the standard of mental care needed by patients and that which was typically delivered in terms of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.
Today, I’m proud of the clinical capabilities, comprehensive psychiatric assessment services, and addiction treatment offerings we bring to the table.
As Medical Director, I enjoy the privilege of overseeing some of the most earnest, empathetic, and talented office and medical professionals in the field. Together, we represent an exceptionally skilled group that genuinely loves what we do and the patients we do it for. In my own recent past as Vice-Chair of Medicine at Tampa Community Hospital; and, as a lead resident at Department of Medicine at East Tennessee State University, I saw there was a fairly large gap between the standard of mental care needed by patients and that which was typically delivered in terms of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.
![Photo of Willine Louis, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e6486a7d-9713-41fb-9f99-0ff10d11c2e8/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a dual certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner (FNP, PMHNP) who entered this profession to provide the impactful, meaningful results that most people hope to find when they seek treatment for a mental health condition. My main areas of focus include depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, substance use disorder in the adult and geriatric population. I utilize medication management and psychotherapy to meet the needs of my clients.
I am a dual certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner (FNP, PMHNP) who entered this profession to provide the impactful, meaningful results that most people hope to find when they seek treatment for a mental health condition. My main areas of focus include depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, substance use disorder in the adult and geriatric population. I utilize medication management and psychotherapy to meet the needs of my clients.
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Lynn Ann Howard
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543 (Online Only)
Our expertise covers behavioral health, addiction treatment, weight management, and conditions like depression and bipolar disorder.
I'm Lynn, a Dual Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I've spent many years working in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. I've developed a strong interest in mental health, and my goal is to offer high-quality, compassionate mental health and primary care services to people of all age groups.
Our expertise covers behavioral health, addiction treatment, weight management, and conditions like depression and bipolar disorder.
I'm Lynn, a Dual Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I've spent many years working in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. I've developed a strong interest in mental health, and my goal is to offer high-quality, compassionate mental health and primary care services to people of all age groups.
Treating all psychiatric conditions including Addiction, Autism, Asperger d/o, Dissociative disorder, Anorexia, Bipolar d/o, Generalized Anxiety d/o, Depressive d/o, Obsessive Compulsive d/o, Pain d/o, Panic d/o, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective d/o, Somatization d/o, and suboxone treatment for opioid addiction.
I am a Board certified Psychiatrist Medical Director of Craft Behavioral Health LLC and Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Psychiatry Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. We treat Patients in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina. Most insurances accepted as well as cash patients. Treating all Psychiatric conditions and addiction. We accept Children, Adolescents, Adults and Senior Adults. If you are new patient you can click on "website" icon at top left corner. It will take you to appointment site. We also offer Medical Marijuana Treatment for eligible patients as well.
Treating all psychiatric conditions including Addiction, Autism, Asperger d/o, Dissociative disorder, Anorexia, Bipolar d/o, Generalized Anxiety d/o, Depressive d/o, Obsessive Compulsive d/o, Pain d/o, Panic d/o, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective d/o, Somatization d/o, and suboxone treatment for opioid addiction.
I am a Board certified Psychiatrist Medical Director of Craft Behavioral Health LLC and Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Psychiatry Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. We treat Patients in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina. Most insurances accepted as well as cash patients. Treating all Psychiatric conditions and addiction. We accept Children, Adolescents, Adults and Senior Adults. If you are new patient you can click on "website" icon at top left corner. It will take you to appointment site. We also offer Medical Marijuana Treatment for eligible patients as well.
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I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
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Rashan Jones
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP, CCM
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Complete Dimensions Behavioral Health promote the well-being of the individuals and families in Florida communities by providing accessible, quality mental health and substance abuse/addiction care for children, adolescent ,adults, veterans, and their families, utilizing a service system that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality, and compassion. We are commited to quality mental health care that is provided in a collaborative effort with consumers overall health strategies array of medical services. We further committed to philosophy that we exist for the customer.
Complete Dimensions Behavioral Health promote the well-being of the individuals and families in Florida communities by providing accessible, quality mental health and substance abuse/addiction care for children, adolescent ,adults, veterans, and their families, utilizing a service system that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality, and compassion. We are commited to quality mental health care that is provided in a collaborative effort with consumers overall health strategies array of medical services. We further committed to philosophy that we exist for the customer.
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Addiction Psychiatrists
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.