Addiction Therapists in Norwalk, CA

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Roger Peters
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
I am an empathetic and compassionate professional committed to providing exceptional care to children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, and families in the area of mental health and substance use disorders.
Greetings! My name is Roger Peters. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, with over 17 years of experience. My experiences range from providing counseling to children in a school-based program, drug and alcohol treatment for adults and adolescents, crisis residential, and level 14 group homes. I have worked with Transitional Age Youth (TAY) clients that struggle with the daily stressors of transitioning into adulthood, and I have worked with older adults that struggle with severe mental illness.
I am an empathetic and compassionate professional committed to providing exceptional care to children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, and families in the area of mental health and substance use disorders.
Greetings! My name is Roger Peters. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, with over 17 years of experience. My experiences range from providing counseling to children in a school-based program, drug and alcohol treatment for adults and adolescents, crisis residential, and level 14 group homes. I have worked with Transitional Age Youth (TAY) clients that struggle with the daily stressors of transitioning into adulthood, and I have worked with older adults that struggle with severe mental illness.
(442) 250-1731 View (442) 250-1731
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Solace Treatment Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
We Treat a wide range of mental health and substance abuse disorders.
Los Angeles’s Premier Mental Health & Substance Abuse Outpatient Treatment Center is committed to improving the lives of individuals who are struggling with mental health and substance abuse. Regardless of how these issues are impacting your life, we can help you move past them to a better you. Whether you or a loved one are struggling with mental health issues or drug and alcohol abuse, we are equipped to be able to help find a way out.
We Treat a wide range of mental health and substance abuse disorders.
Los Angeles’s Premier Mental Health & Substance Abuse Outpatient Treatment Center is committed to improving the lives of individuals who are struggling with mental health and substance abuse. Regardless of how these issues are impacting your life, we can help you move past them to a better you. Whether you or a loved one are struggling with mental health issues or drug and alcohol abuse, we are equipped to be able to help find a way out.
(562) 568-9382 View (562) 568-9382
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Penn Shelton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CA 90650  (Online Only)
Whether you're struggling with addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, I am here to guide you towards discovering your inner strengths and resources.
As a therapist specializing in mental health, addiction recovery, trauma, relationships, and family dynamics, I have been helping adults, adolescents, couples and families navigate the challenges of life for the past twelve years of clinical experience. Drawing from my experience as an addiction counselor since 2015, 5 years as a therapist, my personal journey of recovery for 13 years, I have developed a unique and integrated therapeutic framework that empowers my clients to discover the root cause of their problems. As my client, I will guide you to your truth rather than trying to impose my ideas of what I think is best for you.
Whether you're struggling with addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, I am here to guide you towards discovering your inner strengths and resources.
As a therapist specializing in mental health, addiction recovery, trauma, relationships, and family dynamics, I have been helping adults, adolescents, couples and families navigate the challenges of life for the past twelve years of clinical experience. Drawing from my experience as an addiction counselor since 2015, 5 years as a therapist, my personal journey of recovery for 13 years, I have developed a unique and integrated therapeutic framework that empowers my clients to discover the root cause of their problems. As my client, I will guide you to your truth rather than trying to impose my ideas of what I think is best for you.
(310) 484-5751 View (310) 484-5751
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Dr. Anthony Morice
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norwalk, CA 90650
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, or maybe just a lack of direction in life? Are these problems getting in the way of you pursuing your goals, or maybe draining on your relationships? With over 10 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations experiencing these issues, I have developed a passion for helping people find peace, meaning, and connection in their lives. Together, we’ll navigate the underlying factors contributing to your situation, and empower you to regain control and rediscover joy in your life.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, or maybe just a lack of direction in life? Are these problems getting in the way of you pursuing your goals, or maybe draining on your relationships? With over 10 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations experiencing these issues, I have developed a passion for helping people find peace, meaning, and connection in their lives. Together, we’ll navigate the underlying factors contributing to your situation, and empower you to regain control and rediscover joy in your life.
(415) 569-1539 View (415) 569-1539
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Nicholas Russi
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAADC-S, CCS, ICAADC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
For many years I struggled with addiction, Anxiety, and depression.
**Telehealth Video sessions are available** Are you having trouble controlling your drinking but feel like "rehab" isn't for you? Have loved ones in your life pleaded with you to stop? Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues? Anxiety problems? I know exactly how your feeling. Alcohol or drug abuse can extremely difficult to manage on your own. For the last 19 years I’ve been helping clients navigate the personal recovery process and the trials and tribulations they come with it. If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, I can help you be free from the grips of addiction.
For many years I struggled with addiction, Anxiety, and depression.
**Telehealth Video sessions are available** Are you having trouble controlling your drinking but feel like "rehab" isn't for you? Have loved ones in your life pleaded with you to stop? Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues? Anxiety problems? I know exactly how your feeling. Alcohol or drug abuse can extremely difficult to manage on your own. For the last 19 years I’ve been helping clients navigate the personal recovery process and the trials and tribulations they come with it. If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, I can help you be free from the grips of addiction.
(562) 573-7504 View (562) 573-7504
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Whitney Bruice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
Increasing awareness and learning effective ways to cope and handle situations as well as communicate feelings can lead to positive change and more meaningful relationships. Anxiety, depression, relationships, sexuality, gender identity, substance use, exercise/eating/sleeping routines are some of the subjects we can explore. I also enjoy working with people who want to improve their athletic performance.
Increasing awareness and learning effective ways to cope and handle situations as well as communicate feelings can lead to positive change and more meaningful relationships. Anxiety, depression, relationships, sexuality, gender identity, substance use, exercise/eating/sleeping routines are some of the subjects we can explore. I also enjoy working with people who want to improve their athletic performance.
(562) 669-4039 View (562) 669-4039
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Diana Araceli Aguirre
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650  (Online Only)
My overall goal is to provide psycho-education and decrease the misconceptions of mental health. It can be difficult to deal with challenges that seem to prevent our growth and development. Dealing with symptoms such as anxiety, depression and substance abuse, can feel hopeless and having an unbiased and neutral support can be the key to begin the road to healing and growth. Encouraging clients to explore new coping skills and remaining open to exploring their thoughts and behaviors in different ways can promote their development. Meeting clients where they are and addressing the whole person is of the outmost importance.
My overall goal is to provide psycho-education and decrease the misconceptions of mental health. It can be difficult to deal with challenges that seem to prevent our growth and development. Dealing with symptoms such as anxiety, depression and substance abuse, can feel hopeless and having an unbiased and neutral support can be the key to begin the road to healing and growth. Encouraging clients to explore new coping skills and remaining open to exploring their thoughts and behaviors in different ways can promote their development. Meeting clients where they are and addressing the whole person is of the outmost importance.
(323) 375-2938 View (323) 375-2938
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David Morgan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
I also do a brief mental health history to ask about prior treatment for mental health and/or substance abuse.
My name is David Morgan, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC 11222). My approach to therapy is primarily cognitive-behavioral. I do counseling/therapy with individuals, couples, and families. I treat clients who may have depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and marital difficulties. I try to make clients feel comfortable in expressing their thoughts and emotions. I explore their mental health journey up to the present day.
I also do a brief mental health history to ask about prior treatment for mental health and/or substance abuse.
My name is David Morgan, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC 11222). My approach to therapy is primarily cognitive-behavioral. I do counseling/therapy with individuals, couples, and families. I treat clients who may have depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and marital difficulties. I try to make clients feel comfortable in expressing their thoughts and emotions. I explore their mental health journey up to the present day.
(562) 667-5786 View (562) 667-5786
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Andrew Morris Strassner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
Hello and welcome. I'm Andrew and I'd be honored to be part of your journey. I'm here to meet you where you are at in a safe and warm environment. If you are open minded and ready to do some deep work I'm here for you. I click with those who believe in the power of healing, have felt the weight of trauma, are tired of repeating toxic patterns and want a trusted guide in becoming free. Whether you're dealing with trauma, addiction, relationship issues, anxiety or depression, you're seeking real transformation, and a full authentic life through a holistic mind body approach. I work well with athletes, artist, HSPs, and high achievers.
Hello and welcome. I'm Andrew and I'd be honored to be part of your journey. I'm here to meet you where you are at in a safe and warm environment. If you are open minded and ready to do some deep work I'm here for you. I click with those who believe in the power of healing, have felt the weight of trauma, are tired of repeating toxic patterns and want a trusted guide in becoming free. Whether you're dealing with trauma, addiction, relationship issues, anxiety or depression, you're seeking real transformation, and a full authentic life through a holistic mind body approach. I work well with athletes, artist, HSPs, and high achievers.
(213) 315-6386 View (213) 315-6386
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Benjamin Raskin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650  (Online Only)
I help individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, codependency, compulsivity, pornography/sexual addiction, and trauma.
I provide individual therapy to treat pornography/sexual addiction, anxiety, depression, impulse control, and other symptoms. I provide couples therapy for betrayal/infidelity, adjustment issues, communication and intimacy issues, and other relationship struggles. I am currently accepting new clients. I offer free consultation.
I help individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, codependency, compulsivity, pornography/sexual addiction, and trauma.
I provide individual therapy to treat pornography/sexual addiction, anxiety, depression, impulse control, and other symptoms. I provide couples therapy for betrayal/infidelity, adjustment issues, communication and intimacy issues, and other relationship struggles. I am currently accepting new clients. I offer free consultation.
(669) 219-2306 View (669) 219-2306
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Kelli Lundin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
Kelli Lundin, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, approaches healing through the body, finding where the landscape of the mind has been developed. Kelli Lundin earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, where she specialized in Developmental Trauma. She has worked extensively throughout Southern California, serving as a licensed psychotherapist and trauma-informed yoga therapist to those suffering profound wounds to the body, mind, and spirit, where their life experiences have embedded deeply into their body and mind, the story of pain.
Kelli Lundin, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, approaches healing through the body, finding where the landscape of the mind has been developed. Kelli Lundin earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, where she specialized in Developmental Trauma. She has worked extensively throughout Southern California, serving as a licensed psychotherapist and trauma-informed yoga therapist to those suffering profound wounds to the body, mind, and spirit, where their life experiences have embedded deeply into their body and mind, the story of pain.
(562) 573-9525 View (562) 573-9525
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Nicole Johns
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
I strive to ensure my clients feel valued, accepted, and heard. I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I also enjoy working with all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience working with trauma, adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, and loss. The modalities I incorporate are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Theories, and Psychodynamic and Behavioral Therapy. Together, we will work to bring you the happiness and healthy life you want to have and enjoy.
I strive to ensure my clients feel valued, accepted, and heard. I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I also enjoy working with all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience working with trauma, adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, and loss. The modalities I incorporate are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Theories, and Psychodynamic and Behavioral Therapy. Together, we will work to bring you the happiness and healthy life you want to have and enjoy.
(323) 701-0683 View (323) 701-0683
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Simone Brooks
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CA 90650
For the last 26 years, I have engaged with a variety of people and their issues while always attempting to help them make sense of what they need to do to enhance their own lives. I am curious, attentive, non-judgemental, and can offer a safe environment for people to share whatever it is that is so troublesome. I don't adhere to any one modality, I discover with the client what will work best for them with the issues that they bring to the table. I look forward to this new form of therapy as being both a challenge and a convenience that I could not have imagined 26 years ago!
For the last 26 years, I have engaged with a variety of people and their issues while always attempting to help them make sense of what they need to do to enhance their own lives. I am curious, attentive, non-judgemental, and can offer a safe environment for people to share whatever it is that is so troublesome. I don't adhere to any one modality, I discover with the client what will work best for them with the issues that they bring to the table. I look forward to this new form of therapy as being both a challenge and a convenience that I could not have imagined 26 years ago!
(650) 977-4354 View (650) 977-4354
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Dona Herrera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SUDCCIV, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650  (Online Only)
Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in California. I am a mental health professional who specializes in providing therapy and counseling services to individuals. I am trained to address a wide range of issues, including relationship problems, communication difficulties, and emotional challenges within the context of family and marriage dynamics. I received my degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Pheonix and a second master's degree in Mental Health and Wellness in Christian Ministry from Grand Canyon University.
Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in California. I am a mental health professional who specializes in providing therapy and counseling services to individuals. I am trained to address a wide range of issues, including relationship problems, communication difficulties, and emotional challenges within the context of family and marriage dynamics. I received my degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Pheonix and a second master's degree in Mental Health and Wellness in Christian Ministry from Grand Canyon University.
(951) 330-7974 View (951) 330-7974
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April Celeste Elaine Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, DSW, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
Do you ever forget how you got to work? Is life overwhelming, but you have no one to talk to? Do you hold it in, thinking it will go away? Some time in your life, you may be faced with the analogy of “your life vs. a bottle of soda.” There may be things shaken or flipped upside down in your life and you may want to explode. Knowing what happens to a bottle of soda & knowing people react differently, everyone’s version of “exploding” may come in various forms. As a therapist, I strive to find ways to turn your impairments into functionalities. Regarding the soda analogy, let’s “relieve pressure, open diligently, & consume slowly.”
Do you ever forget how you got to work? Is life overwhelming, but you have no one to talk to? Do you hold it in, thinking it will go away? Some time in your life, you may be faced with the analogy of “your life vs. a bottle of soda.” There may be things shaken or flipped upside down in your life and you may want to explode. Knowing what happens to a bottle of soda & knowing people react differently, everyone’s version of “exploding” may come in various forms. As a therapist, I strive to find ways to turn your impairments into functionalities. Regarding the soda analogy, let’s “relieve pressure, open diligently, & consume slowly.”
(909) 328-1536 View (909) 328-1536
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Jesse Velazquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norwalk, CA 90650
When we lose our way we feel uncomfortable, no longer in control, and out of sorts. The goal of my practice is to help you regain clarity and balance in your life. I believe that having both allows for growth and success in the different areas of your life: work, school, personal and social relationships, parenting, sports, and networking. For nearly a decade I have been helping individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma or difficult family dynamics succeed in their daily activities and interactions so they can once again find joy in their lives. I am ready to partner with you to help you regain balance.
When we lose our way we feel uncomfortable, no longer in control, and out of sorts. The goal of my practice is to help you regain clarity and balance in your life. I believe that having both allows for growth and success in the different areas of your life: work, school, personal and social relationships, parenting, sports, and networking. For nearly a decade I have been helping individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma or difficult family dynamics succeed in their daily activities and interactions so they can once again find joy in their lives. I am ready to partner with you to help you regain balance.
(562) 685-0072 View (562) 685-0072
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Jeffrey Ly I Porn Recovery Relationships
LPHA, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650  (Online Only)
Pornography Doesn’t Have to Break Your Connections. For many men, engaging with pornography or browsing virtual spaces like Instagram creates emotional distance that can lead to emotional infidelity, eroding trust, intimacy, and impacting a partner’s sense of worth. Whether you’re in a committed relationship or seeking one, this cycle can leave you and those close to you feeling disconnected. Left unaddressed, this struggle can damage relationships, even leading to divorce, affecting not just you but your family’s future. For single men, it can make building a stable, loving relationship difficult
Pornography Doesn’t Have to Break Your Connections. For many men, engaging with pornography or browsing virtual spaces like Instagram creates emotional distance that can lead to emotional infidelity, eroding trust, intimacy, and impacting a partner’s sense of worth. Whether you’re in a committed relationship or seeking one, this cycle can leave you and those close to you feeling disconnected. Left unaddressed, this struggle can damage relationships, even leading to divorce, affecting not just you but your family’s future. For single men, it can make building a stable, loving relationship difficult
(818) 239-4922 View (818) 239-4922
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Caitlin E Billings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
It's hard for you to talk about what you're up against, but increasingly difficult to hold all your pain inside. You don't want to burden others, so you carry the weight of silent shame. You're looking for a space to be honest and determine the next steps. A place of non-judgment. Of healing. A place to forgive yourself and finally move forward. It's important to you to find a therapist who is genuine and really gets it. It's important to reconnect with your nervous system and calm the fight, flight, fawn, or freeze. You're exhausted, and it's time to undo the harm.
It's hard for you to talk about what you're up against, but increasingly difficult to hold all your pain inside. You don't want to burden others, so you carry the weight of silent shame. You're looking for a space to be honest and determine the next steps. A place of non-judgment. Of healing. A place to forgive yourself and finally move forward. It's important to you to find a therapist who is genuine and really gets it. It's important to reconnect with your nervous system and calm the fight, flight, fawn, or freeze. You're exhausted, and it's time to undo the harm.
(510) 573-7458 View (510) 573-7458
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Michael Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650  (Online Only)
My name is Michael Clarke, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in California. I offer telehealth services to clients across the state. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric hospitals and community treatment, I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other mental health challenges. I use evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Psychotherapy to help my clients make progress and feel empowered.
My name is Michael Clarke, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in California. I offer telehealth services to clients across the state. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric hospitals and community treatment, I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other mental health challenges. I use evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Psychotherapy to help my clients make progress and feel empowered.
(951) 612-9720 View (951) 612-9720
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Donald J. Cook
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CA 90650
Welcome! I’m Donald Cook, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with nearly 14,000 hours of practice, dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in the belief that every person is valid, worthy, and deserving of respect, regardless of their age, background, or life circumstances. I see the person, not the diagnosis, and I consider each client a respected teacher. A Bit About My Approach: I specialize in treating a wide range of issues, including PTSD, ADD/ADHD, school-related challenges, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, and age-related concerns.
Welcome! I’m Donald Cook, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with nearly 14,000 hours of practice, dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in the belief that every person is valid, worthy, and deserving of respect, regardless of their age, background, or life circumstances. I see the person, not the diagnosis, and I consider each client a respected teacher. A Bit About My Approach: I specialize in treating a wide range of issues, including PTSD, ADD/ADHD, school-related challenges, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, and age-related concerns.
(760) 203-4580 View (760) 203-4580
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Addiction Therapists

What is the best therapy for addiction?

Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.

How long does therapy for addiction take?

There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.

How effective is drug addiction treatment?

Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.

How can you get addiction treatment for someone?

The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.