Addiction Psychiatrists in Lutz, FL

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Dinar Sajan
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33559
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.
(833) 377-2526 View (833) 377-2526
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SunCoast Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33548
We have years of clinical experience with adult and general psychiatry. These include the San Juan and James A Haley Veterans Administration Hospitals, USF Associate Clinical Professor, St. Anthony's OP- PHP and Bay Care Life Management Health Care system. A psychiatric evaluation is a diagnostic tool employed by a psychiatrist. It may be used to diagnose problems with memory, thought processes, and behaviors. Diagnoses can include depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and addiction. For adults, an ADHD diagnostic evaluation should be conducted by a licensed mental health professional or a physician.
We have years of clinical experience with adult and general psychiatry. These include the San Juan and James A Haley Veterans Administration Hospitals, USF Associate Clinical Professor, St. Anthony's OP- PHP and Bay Care Life Management Health Care system. A psychiatric evaluation is a diagnostic tool employed by a psychiatrist. It may be used to diagnose problems with memory, thought processes, and behaviors. Diagnoses can include depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and addiction. For adults, an ADHD diagnostic evaluation should be conducted by a licensed mental health professional or a physician.
(813) 547-6805 View (813) 547-6805
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Center for Emotional Health - Florida
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33548
Whether you’re battling depression or helping a loved one overcome substance abuse, carrying this burden can feel overwhelming.
CEH offers traditional and alternative mental health services to ensure our patients have the best treatment and support available. CEH offers the following services: virtual + in-office appointments, therapy + counseling, medication management, medicated assisted treatment for substance abuse + veteran support services. CEH provides treatment for patients ages 4 and older, with a less-than two-week waiting period guaranteed at our 50+ office locations. CEH has convenient locations in North Carolina and Florida, including those serving the Jacksonville, Miami, Pembroke Pines, and Tampa areas.
Whether you’re battling depression or helping a loved one overcome substance abuse, carrying this burden can feel overwhelming.
CEH offers traditional and alternative mental health services to ensure our patients have the best treatment and support available. CEH offers the following services: virtual + in-office appointments, therapy + counseling, medication management, medicated assisted treatment for substance abuse + veteran support services. CEH provides treatment for patients ages 4 and older, with a less-than two-week waiting period guaranteed at our 50+ office locations. CEH has convenient locations in North Carolina and Florida, including those serving the Jacksonville, Miami, Pembroke Pines, and Tampa areas.
(786) 745-7232 View (786) 745-7232
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Harmony United Psychiatric Care
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33558
We provide in-person and telepsychiatry services, offering accessible care from our offices or via a secure online platform. New clients are welcome, with same-day or next-day appointments available across Florida. Our 24/7 on-call providers address urgent needs. We offer Medication Management, Counseling, and Neuropsychological Testing for adults, adolescents, and children aged 5 and up. Our team includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. Most insurance plans, including Medicare, are accepted.
We provide in-person and telepsychiatry services, offering accessible care from our offices or via a secure online platform. New clients are welcome, with same-day or next-day appointments available across Florida. Our 24/7 on-call providers address urgent needs. We offer Medication Management, Counseling, and Neuropsychological Testing for adults, adolescents, and children aged 5 and up. Our team includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. Most insurance plans, including Medicare, are accepted.
(321) 290-9169 View (321) 290-9169
Photo of Jason Farrah - Harmony United Psychiatric Care, Psychiatrist
Harmony United Psychiatric Care
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33559
We provide in-person and telepsychiatry services, offering accessible care from our offices or via a secure online platform. New clients are welcome, with same-day or next-day appointments available across Florida. Our 24/7 on-call providers address urgent needs. We offer Medication Management, Counseling, and Neuropsychological Testing for adults, adolescents, and children aged 5 and up. Our team includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. Most insurance plans, including Medicare, are accepted.
We provide in-person and telepsychiatry services, offering accessible care from our offices or via a secure online platform. New clients are welcome, with same-day or next-day appointments available across Florida. Our 24/7 on-call providers address urgent needs. We offer Medication Management, Counseling, and Neuropsychological Testing for adults, adolescents, and children aged 5 and up. Our team includes Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Licensed Therapists. Most insurance plans, including Medicare, are accepted.
(813) 796-8147 View (813) 796-8147
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Sara Christina Beal
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP-C, AGNP-C
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33548
Good, effective, and empathetic mental health care is difficult to find but is possible as I have shown with my practice over the last four years. If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, then you have arrived at the right place. I specialize in care of anxiety and depression with or without correlation to ADHD diagnosis by creating a deeper understanding of symptoms and how to go about treating them. My personalized and caring approach caters to my patients and their individual needs with easy access to provider should issues arise. Let's start to make the positive changes in your life to get where you want to be.
Good, effective, and empathetic mental health care is difficult to find but is possible as I have shown with my practice over the last four years. If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, then you have arrived at the right place. I specialize in care of anxiety and depression with or without correlation to ADHD diagnosis by creating a deeper understanding of symptoms and how to go about treating them. My personalized and caring approach caters to my patients and their individual needs with easy access to provider should issues arise. Let's start to make the positive changes in your life to get where you want to be.
(727) 594-0191 View (727) 594-0191
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Advanced Psychiatric Health - Sun City Center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33548
At Advanced Psychiatric Health, our mission transcends beyond providing premier psychiatric services; it's about offering timely, accessible, and personalized care when you need it the most. Recognized as a pillar of mental services in Florida, our practice is built on the principles of compassion, innovation, and excellence in mental health care. We are committed to delivering a broad spectrum of psychiatric services, ranging from individual therapy and medication management to specialized treatments and comprehensive mental health evaluations.
At Advanced Psychiatric Health, our mission transcends beyond providing premier psychiatric services; it's about offering timely, accessible, and personalized care when you need it the most. Recognized as a pillar of mental services in Florida, our practice is built on the principles of compassion, innovation, and excellence in mental health care. We are committed to delivering a broad spectrum of psychiatric services, ranging from individual therapy and medication management to specialized treatments and comprehensive mental health evaluations.
(352) 618-3489 View (352) 618-3489

More Psychiatrists Nearby

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4Cs Health (Statewide) Shanisha Calloway-Kirk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33613
Do you feel like you should be happy, but you are unfulfilled? Are you struggling with life transitions, divorce/separation, domestic violence, academic/career transition? Difficulty with Grief/Loss? Addiction and Substance abuse? My goal is to help you work through all of life's ups and downs in a non-judgmental, safe space.
"Everybody has problems. Everybody has bad times. Do we sacrifice all the good times because of them?" Sometimes we don't choose the circumstances life hands us, but you can decide not to go through them alone. Please visit us at our website at www.4cshealth.com or contact us for an appointment here: https://4cshealth.clientsecure.me/
Do you feel like you should be happy, but you are unfulfilled? Are you struggling with life transitions, divorce/separation, domestic violence, academic/career transition? Difficulty with Grief/Loss? Addiction and Substance abuse? My goal is to help you work through all of life's ups and downs in a non-judgmental, safe space.
"Everybody has problems. Everybody has bad times. Do we sacrifice all the good times because of them?" Sometimes we don't choose the circumstances life hands us, but you can decide not to go through them alone. Please visit us at our website at www.4cshealth.com or contact us for an appointment here: https://4cshealth.clientsecure.me/
(786) 460-6781 View (786) 460-6781
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Jerika Perry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33614
Jerika Perry is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with more than seven (7) years of medical expertise. She provides mental health services through initial psychiatric evaluation, follow-up appointments, individual therapy, in-person or virtual group therapy, and support groups. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and substance abuse treatment.
Jerika Perry is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with more than seven (7) years of medical expertise. She provides mental health services through initial psychiatric evaluation, follow-up appointments, individual therapy, in-person or virtual group therapy, and support groups. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and substance abuse treatment.
(813) 859-5648 View (813) 859-5648
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Dinar Sajan
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Odessa, FL 33556
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.
(833) 377-2526 View (833) 377-2526
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Heather E Cowan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33604  (Online Only)
I practice a range of psychiatric focus areas including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, trauma and stress, mood disorders, addiction and women's emotional health.
I approach each client with open-minded and positive regard put my clients at ease. I evaluate the strengths, needs, and goals of each individual. My treatment plans incorporate wholistic physical, emotional, and cognitive health in addition to diagnostic and prescriptive practice. My treatment plans incorporate affirming motivation for change as well as specific goals and solutions for each individual. Clients can expect to come away with a better understanding of their concerns, tools and strategies for improvement, and medication where necessary.
I practice a range of psychiatric focus areas including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, trauma and stress, mood disorders, addiction and women's emotional health.
I approach each client with open-minded and positive regard put my clients at ease. I evaluate the strengths, needs, and goals of each individual. My treatment plans incorporate wholistic physical, emotional, and cognitive health in addition to diagnostic and prescriptive practice. My treatment plans incorporate affirming motivation for change as well as specific goals and solutions for each individual. Clients can expect to come away with a better understanding of their concerns, tools and strategies for improvement, and medication where necessary.
(786) 648-7661 View (786) 648-7661
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Daniel B Wright DNP LLC.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, MSA
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33604  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a board certified, doctorally prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner licensed in Georgia and Florida. I've been in practice over 13 years, working with patients struggling to manage disorders involving addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. My practice focus is on adults; however, I will see adolescents on a case by case basis. I am a Christian provider with a holistic perspective. While I respect all spiritual backgrounds, my faith provides context to my worldview, and thus my clinical practice. My practice is located in Tallahassee Fla. and Moultrie. Ga
Hello! I am a board certified, doctorally prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner licensed in Georgia and Florida. I've been in practice over 13 years, working with patients struggling to manage disorders involving addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. My practice focus is on adults; however, I will see adolescents on a case by case basis. I am a Christian provider with a holistic perspective. While I respect all spiritual backgrounds, my faith provides context to my worldview, and thus my clinical practice. My practice is located in Tallahassee Fla. and Moultrie. Ga
(850) 331-0104 View (850) 331-0104
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Dr. Maryam Davari
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33620
My experience in working with individuals struggling with addiction and mental health concerns has allowed me to help people by delivering a person-centered care plan.
My ideal client would be one who is open to learning ways to be the best version of themselves and willing to work on making those changes with the help of their healthcare team.
My experience in working with individuals struggling with addiction and mental health concerns has allowed me to help people by delivering a person-centered care plan.
My ideal client would be one who is open to learning ways to be the best version of themselves and willing to work on making those changes with the help of their healthcare team.
(813) 686-7402 View (813) 686-7402
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TMS of New Tampa
Psychiatrist, MD, DFAPA
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33613
She is board-certified in General Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, and Forensic Psychiatry.
TMS of New Tampa is a cutting-edge approach to treat depression. Multiple studies support the efficacy of TMS for depression. A randomized control trial of 199 patients found that TMS quadrupled the odds of remission after six weeks. By using TMS, we can effectively treat depression without the continual crutch of medications.
She is board-certified in General Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, and Forensic Psychiatry.
TMS of New Tampa is a cutting-edge approach to treat depression. Multiple studies support the efficacy of TMS for depression. A randomized control trial of 199 patients found that TMS quadrupled the odds of remission after six weeks. By using TMS, we can effectively treat depression without the continual crutch of medications.
(813) 536-3729 View (813) 536-3729
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Michelle McCarthy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33620
I am passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
I am passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
(813) 670-8394 View (813) 670-8394
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Dr. Andrea Papa-Molter
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33620
I treat an array of psychiatric disorders, however my true passion is treating clients with Substance Use Disorders.
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 treat an array of psychiatric disorders, however my true passion is treating clients with Substance Use Disorders.
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.
(813) 440-3449 View (813) 440-3449
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Walid T Aziz
Psychiatrist, MD, PA
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33614
Walid Aziz is a highly qualified psychiatrist based in Tampa, FL, with dual board certification in psychiatry and addiction.
Dr. Aziz's extensive training and his expertise in the field of psychiatry enables him to evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health conditions with compassion and professionalism.
Walid Aziz is a highly qualified psychiatrist based in Tampa, FL, with dual board certification in psychiatry and addiction.
Dr. Aziz's extensive training and his expertise in the field of psychiatry enables him to evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health conditions with compassion and professionalism.
(813) 933-2100 View (813) 933-2100
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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.
(813) 981-1588 View (813) 981-1588
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Dr. Allen Masry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33620
I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
(813) 945-9687 View (813) 945-9687
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Jennifer Cochran
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Odessa, FL 33556
I see children through adults, and a variety of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to making a difference in my patients lives! I evaluate and screen for various mental health conditions and help to determine if medication is the right route for treatment. I then monitor and adjust those medications in a safe manner. My passion is helping patients achieve balance in their daily life by learning what works for them to decrease their mental health symptoms. I want to help you achieve stability and help you grow. I provide a safe space, am LGBTQA+ friendly, and provide care in a non-judgmental manner either in person or virtually.
I see children through adults, and a variety of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to making a difference in my patients lives! I evaluate and screen for various mental health conditions and help to determine if medication is the right route for treatment. I then monitor and adjust those medications in a safe manner. My passion is helping patients achieve balance in their daily life by learning what works for them to decrease their mental health symptoms. I want to help you achieve stability and help you grow. I provide a safe space, am LGBTQA+ friendly, and provide care in a non-judgmental manner either in person or virtually.
(727) 610-8533 View (727) 610-8533
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.