Addiction Therapists in Aberdeen, NC

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Christi Conley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCASA
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315
My experience has been working with couples, addiction, mood disorders, trauma, and compulsive behaviors.
Currently taking new clients. With a safe and secure setting, we can collaborate in finding healthier coping skills and practical tips for the challenges you may struggle with. Therapy offers the privilege to walk alongside others while they build strength in telling their own story. I work with adults and couples to strengthen their relationships. I offer therapeutic tools to help manage intense emotions and improve communication.
My experience has been working with couples, addiction, mood disorders, trauma, and compulsive behaviors.
Currently taking new clients. With a safe and secure setting, we can collaborate in finding healthier coping skills and practical tips for the challenges you may struggle with. Therapy offers the privilege to walk alongside others while they build strength in telling their own story. I work with adults and couples to strengthen their relationships. I offer therapeutic tools to help manage intense emotions and improve communication.
(984) 314-3910 View (984) 314-3910
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Ciara Monique Suros
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, LCSWA, LCAS
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315
I will use my dual licensures to aid you in discovering how your addiction has impacted your mental health and we will work together to develop a plan to manage them both.
I assist people suffering from addiction or early dependency to develop a recovery plan that will set expectations for substance detox, improving self-awareness, applying coping skills, and developing self-esteem. I am here if you are discovering early signs of dependency and want to start exploring what you can do to change the direction of your life please reach out. If addiction disease has already taken a role in your life and you need help walking away and getting your life back, please reach out. I can also support mental health and trauma related challenges that impact your quality of life.
I will use my dual licensures to aid you in discovering how your addiction has impacted your mental health and we will work together to develop a plan to manage them both.
I assist people suffering from addiction or early dependency to develop a recovery plan that will set expectations for substance detox, improving self-awareness, applying coping skills, and developing self-esteem. I am here if you are discovering early signs of dependency and want to start exploring what you can do to change the direction of your life please reach out. If addiction disease has already taken a role in your life and you need help walking away and getting your life back, please reach out. I can also support mental health and trauma related challenges that impact your quality of life.
(984) 203-7522 View (984) 203-7522
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Carolina Counseling Services - Southern Pines, NC
Counselor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315
These may include relationship concerns, life changes, challenging child behaviors, depression, anxiety, extreme worry, mood swings, crying, nightmares, irritability, substance use, hopelessness and grief to name a few.
Life can be challenging, therapy can help. Our independently contracted therapists work with couples, adults, teens and children to get to where they want to be. We contract with friendly, experienced, licensed clinicians with different specialties who are able to help. Our Southern Pines and Pinehurst offices are warm and welcoming, allowing you to feel at home when meeting with your therapist. Please visit the website for detailed information on how we may assist you: www.CarolinaCounselingServices.com.
These may include relationship concerns, life changes, challenging child behaviors, depression, anxiety, extreme worry, mood swings, crying, nightmares, irritability, substance use, hopelessness and grief to name a few.
Life can be challenging, therapy can help. Our independently contracted therapists work with couples, adults, teens and children to get to where they want to be. We contract with friendly, experienced, licensed clinicians with different specialties who are able to help. Our Southern Pines and Pinehurst offices are warm and welcoming, allowing you to feel at home when meeting with your therapist. Please visit the website for detailed information on how we may assist you: www.CarolinaCounselingServices.com.
(910) 725-6336 View (910) 725-6336
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Chad Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCAS
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315
My therapeutic approach focuses primarily on the effects that depression, trauma, substance abuse, and grief and loss has on teens and adults operating individually and within the family system.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, I provide confidential and therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families struggling with life's ups and downs. Creating a safe environment for clients to express their feelings, needs, wants, and ideas for change is vital for transitioning into a new and desired state.
My therapeutic approach focuses primarily on the effects that depression, trauma, substance abuse, and grief and loss has on teens and adults operating individually and within the family system.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, I provide confidential and therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families struggling with life's ups and downs. Creating a safe environment for clients to express their feelings, needs, wants, and ideas for change is vital for transitioning into a new and desired state.
(855) 847-2521 View (855) 847-2521
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Constance Pearson Drug Alcohol Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS, NCC AP, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aberdeen, NC 28315
Sometimes life throws things in your path without prior warning, and you end up somewhere you had not planned. With warmth and compassion, I provide therapy in a way that will make you feel comfortable and safe. In a nonjudgemental environment, I enjoy helping people with problems caused by drugs, alcohol, or other compulsive behaviors, and their loving friends and families who are bewildered and hurt. In our sessions, I will help you identify what is most important to you and then help you move toward a rich and meaningful life.
Sometimes life throws things in your path without prior warning, and you end up somewhere you had not planned. With warmth and compassion, I provide therapy in a way that will make you feel comfortable and safe. In a nonjudgemental environment, I enjoy helping people with problems caused by drugs, alcohol, or other compulsive behaviors, and their loving friends and families who are bewildered and hurt. In our sessions, I will help you identify what is most important to you and then help you move toward a rich and meaningful life.
(910) 377-0312 View (910) 377-0312
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Kathryn Kelly
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (11759) and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (22979).
We all develop ways of surviving life's challenges that at the time make sense but may hurt or hold us back in the long run. How we dealt with the past ends up dictating our current relationships, emotional responses, and belief in our ability to change. While insight building is highly valuable, my experience is that most people already know what holds them back or what they wish were different in their lives. I use skills-based and motivational approaches to help clients move beyond insight and into actionable steps for sustained change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (11759) and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (22979).
We all develop ways of surviving life's challenges that at the time make sense but may hurt or hold us back in the long run. How we dealt with the past ends up dictating our current relationships, emotional responses, and belief in our ability to change. While insight building is highly valuable, my experience is that most people already know what holds them back or what they wish were different in their lives. I use skills-based and motivational approaches to help clients move beyond insight and into actionable steps for sustained change.
(910) 665-8131 View (910) 665-8131
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Kardia Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, NCC, LCAS, AADC, LMHC, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aberdeen, NC 28315  (Online Only)
Kardia Counseling & Consulting began with the idea that the healing process is as much about what you feel and think as it is HOW you think about your feelings; the notion that healing, at its core is the repairing of our soul; to be done respectfully, compassionately and with conscious intention. The realignment of our innermost "being-ness" with that of our true nature could indeed recenter and heal us; that our deepest desires for internal peace, blissful coexistence with loved ones and even the contemplation of true happiness is within our reach.
Kardia Counseling & Consulting began with the idea that the healing process is as much about what you feel and think as it is HOW you think about your feelings; the notion that healing, at its core is the repairing of our soul; to be done respectfully, compassionately and with conscious intention. The realignment of our innermost "being-ness" with that of our true nature could indeed recenter and heal us; that our deepest desires for internal peace, blissful coexistence with loved ones and even the contemplation of true happiness is within our reach.
(910) 722-1062 View (910) 722-1062
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Serenity Mental and Medical Health Care
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315
Our clinic is dedicated to providing comprehensive health care. We have a collaborative practice which allows us to see the "whole person" not just parts. We believe in the innate ability our bodies have to heal wounds both physical and psychological. Each client is treated with compassion and care. We focus on developing a treatment plan that addresses your needs as well as our knowledge. We don't believe in "doing things" to clients without their understanding. Developing a safe and caring relationship is of utmost importance so we make every effort to create an environment that is as relaxing as possible.
Our clinic is dedicated to providing comprehensive health care. We have a collaborative practice which allows us to see the "whole person" not just parts. We believe in the innate ability our bodies have to heal wounds both physical and psychological. Each client is treated with compassion and care. We focus on developing a treatment plan that addresses your needs as well as our knowledge. We don't believe in "doing things" to clients without their understanding. Developing a safe and caring relationship is of utmost importance so we make every effort to create an environment that is as relaxing as possible.
(919) 344-0849 View (919) 344-0849
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Lotus Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315
I enjoy working with teens and adults on issues related to anger, ADHD, adjustments, depression, anxiety, PTSD and self-esteem. Teaching teens how to cope in this often times chaotic world is a passion of mine, but I also enjoy working with adults and teaching them how to decrease distorted thinking and create a life they love living. Self-awareness, self-regulation, self-soothing, and self-determination are fundamentally important for healing and I ask the questions that will help you understand your own barriers and teach you the skills that will empower you to change.
I enjoy working with teens and adults on issues related to anger, ADHD, adjustments, depression, anxiety, PTSD and self-esteem. Teaching teens how to cope in this often times chaotic world is a passion of mine, but I also enjoy working with adults and teaching them how to decrease distorted thinking and create a life they love living. Self-awareness, self-regulation, self-soothing, and self-determination are fundamentally important for healing and I ask the questions that will help you understand your own barriers and teach you the skills that will empower you to change.
(910) 335-2531 View (910) 335-2531
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Norma Moody Faulk
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315
Having the life you want is absolutely possible. Relationships improve when people learn better communication skills - i.e. Learning to speak so you are heard, and listen to understand - better communication skills will improve your quality of life. It's not that complicated. We all need somewhere to stay, somewhere to go, something to do and someone to love. If key parts of your life are missing or not working, let's get together and create a plan just for you. Email me today to get the ball rolling. See you Soon!
Having the life you want is absolutely possible. Relationships improve when people learn better communication skills - i.e. Learning to speak so you are heard, and listen to understand - better communication skills will improve your quality of life. It's not that complicated. We all need somewhere to stay, somewhere to go, something to do and someone to love. If key parts of your life are missing or not working, let's get together and create a plan just for you. Email me today to get the ball rolling. See you Soon!
(910) 363-2507 View (910) 363-2507
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Healing Reflections Pllc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, NC 28315
There are many reasons and life situations that move us toward seeking out therapy but making that decision to take the first step toward healing, for most clients, can be uncertain and often anxiety provoking. It's important for the therapists at Healing Reflections to create a compassionate and collaborative space to begin building a therapeutic relationship based on feelings of safety and a sense of trust helping clients to heal wounds, discover their purpose and feel more alive. Immediate Openings for new clients!
There are many reasons and life situations that move us toward seeking out therapy but making that decision to take the first step toward healing, for most clients, can be uncertain and often anxiety provoking. It's important for the therapists at Healing Reflections to create a compassionate and collaborative space to begin building a therapeutic relationship based on feelings of safety and a sense of trust helping clients to heal wounds, discover their purpose and feel more alive. Immediate Openings for new clients!
(910) 541-5380 View (910) 541-5380

More Therapists Nearby

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Nicole Sutton LCSW, LCAS, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southern Pines, NC 28387
Stressors come in many forms: family issues, relationship struggles, grief and loss, addiction, health problems, just to name a few. Often, these create conflicts – internal and external – and confusion about who we are, what we stand for, and what our life priorities are. My approach is designed to help clients disentangle these conflicts and to make sense of the confusion. During this process, clients learn about self-validation, finding a stable sense of identity and self, effective communication in relationships with others and oneself, creating healthy boundaries, and reducing stress.
Stressors come in many forms: family issues, relationship struggles, grief and loss, addiction, health problems, just to name a few. Often, these create conflicts – internal and external – and confusion about who we are, what we stand for, and what our life priorities are. My approach is designed to help clients disentangle these conflicts and to make sense of the confusion. During this process, clients learn about self-validation, finding a stable sense of identity and self, effective communication in relationships with others and oneself, creating healthy boundaries, and reducing stress.
(910) 387-1423 View (910) 387-1423
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Dr. Tawana Denise Helmich
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Pinehurst, NC 28370  (Online Only)
I have several years of clinical experience and have worked individuals who struggle with substance abuse as well as their families.
As a military veteran and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I understand life circumstances can often leave you feeling overwhelmed and at times defeated. Know these obstacles do not have to be permanent. I strongly believe with compassion, encouragement, and vulnerability an individual can overcome life's hurdles and reach their fullest potential. I assist clients with setting realistic therapeutic goals which ultimately restores their confidence and trust not only in themselves but in others as well. My approach is to provide each client with the effective techniques required to have a well balanced self empowered life.
I have several years of clinical experience and have worked individuals who struggle with substance abuse as well as their families.
As a military veteran and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I understand life circumstances can often leave you feeling overwhelmed and at times defeated. Know these obstacles do not have to be permanent. I strongly believe with compassion, encouragement, and vulnerability an individual can overcome life's hurdles and reach their fullest potential. I assist clients with setting realistic therapeutic goals which ultimately restores their confidence and trust not only in themselves but in others as well. My approach is to provide each client with the effective techniques required to have a well balanced self empowered life.
(910) 415-1728 View (910) 415-1728
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Kathleen Karr Mallow
Licensed clinical mental health counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pinehurst, NC 28374
Every human being faces struggles in life; and making the decision to seek professional help can be a difficult choice. I have been working in the field of mental health for twenty-nine years and have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. My focus, primarily, is in dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, situational stress, divorce, PTSD, and alcohol and drug abuse/ addiction. I believe that the therapeutic process thrives when there is a collaborative effort between the therapist and the client. Respect and unconditional positive regard are paramount in my private practice.
Every human being faces struggles in life; and making the decision to seek professional help can be a difficult choice. I have been working in the field of mental health for twenty-nine years and have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. My focus, primarily, is in dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, situational stress, divorce, PTSD, and alcohol and drug abuse/ addiction. I believe that the therapeutic process thrives when there is a collaborative effort between the therapist and the client. Respect and unconditional positive regard are paramount in my private practice.
(910) 363-2759 View (910) 363-2759
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Healing Selves Therapeutics, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
Southern Pines, NC 28387
We are Licensed Professionals Providing: Psychotherapy, Substance Use Counseling, Trauma Processing, EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, and Consultation. We specialize in dissociative disorders, trauma, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression.
We are Licensed Professionals Providing: Psychotherapy, Substance Use Counseling, Trauma Processing, EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, and Consultation. We specialize in dissociative disorders, trauma, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression.
(336) 361-2717 View (336) 361-2717
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Brittany Bate
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Pinehurst, NC 28370  (Online Only)
If you’re ready to feel empowered to be your most authentic self, improve relationships with others or feel emboldened to separate yourself from relationships that are no longer serving you, take your life back from the heavy grasp of trauma, grief, loss, or addiction, or create your coping skills tool kit to manage stress and live your best life, reach out!.
Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and seeking a therapist who "just gets it?" Are you tired of feeling alone, scared, or unsupported as you navigate various changes, challenges, or identities? Has pandemic stress and grief has gotten to be too much? Are you stressed or concerned with one or more relationships?Perhaps you and your partner(s) have found yourself in a difficult cycle you are struggling to break, leaving y'all feeling disconnected and unsatisfied? If you answered yes to any of these, then you've made the right choice by being here. And I know this is hard, but you're brave. Just being here shows that!
If you’re ready to feel empowered to be your most authentic self, improve relationships with others or feel emboldened to separate yourself from relationships that are no longer serving you, take your life back from the heavy grasp of trauma, grief, loss, or addiction, or create your coping skills tool kit to manage stress and live your best life, reach out!.
Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and seeking a therapist who "just gets it?" Are you tired of feeling alone, scared, or unsupported as you navigate various changes, challenges, or identities? Has pandemic stress and grief has gotten to be too much? Are you stressed or concerned with one or more relationships?Perhaps you and your partner(s) have found yourself in a difficult cycle you are struggling to break, leaving y'all feeling disconnected and unsatisfied? If you answered yes to any of these, then you've made the right choice by being here. And I know this is hard, but you're brave. Just being here shows that!
(919) 849-8018 View (919) 849-8018
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DaTwon Canty
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCAS
Verified Verified
Southern Pines, NC 28387  (Online Only)
Inconsistency and complacency are constantly at play in our lives of addiction. No, we do not lack the capacity for consistency, rather our pain-avoiding strategy leaves us feeling stuck in a cycle of grief and resentments. Hi, I am DaTwon Canty, if you or your loved one finds themselves stuck in a rut and your life is marred by alcohol or substance use, I am a licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist and I welcome the opportunity to come alongside you to help restructure your strategy and bring to the conscious awareness the core issues that keep you stuck in this cycle of chronic relapse. It’s time, you can be free again!
Inconsistency and complacency are constantly at play in our lives of addiction. No, we do not lack the capacity for consistency, rather our pain-avoiding strategy leaves us feeling stuck in a cycle of grief and resentments. Hi, I am DaTwon Canty, if you or your loved one finds themselves stuck in a rut and your life is marred by alcohol or substance use, I am a licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist and I welcome the opportunity to come alongside you to help restructure your strategy and bring to the conscious awareness the core issues that keep you stuck in this cycle of chronic relapse. It’s time, you can be free again!
(910) 858-8373 View (910) 858-8373
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Lora Pilcher
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pinehurst, NC 28374  (Online Only)
I currently provide telemental health services, such as telephone and video counseling in both NC & GA, to youth and adults (12 years and older) regarding issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, stress, sexuality, life transitions, school issues, gender, relationships, family, work, and substance abuse. I predominately treat youth and adults within the LGBTQ+ community as they navigate intersectionality, life transitions, and identity development. I am now offering adolescent DBT individual and group therapy along with a DBT family support course.
I currently provide telemental health services, such as telephone and video counseling in both NC & GA, to youth and adults (12 years and older) regarding issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, stress, sexuality, life transitions, school issues, gender, relationships, family, work, and substance abuse. I predominately treat youth and adults within the LGBTQ+ community as they navigate intersectionality, life transitions, and identity development. I am now offering adolescent DBT individual and group therapy along with a DBT family support course.
(910) 460-3613 View (910) 460-3613
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Greater Vision Counseling & Consulting Agency PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCASA, TF-CBT, SOTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pinehurst, NC 28374
I specialize in Trauma Focused Therapy, Substance Abuse Counseling, Family and Individual therapy.
I have personal experience in the challenges of being a wife and mother. I have dealt with the struggles of deciding the courses of treatment for my children. I have endured the restless nights of stress with many factors that affect the ability to balance life and self-care. We live in difficult times but together we can find a way to navigate through to brighter days. Life experiences has brought me to this place and time to help others.
I specialize in Trauma Focused Therapy, Substance Abuse Counseling, Family and Individual therapy.
I have personal experience in the challenges of being a wife and mother. I have dealt with the struggles of deciding the courses of treatment for my children. I have endured the restless nights of stress with many factors that affect the ability to balance life and self-care. We live in difficult times but together we can find a way to navigate through to brighter days. Life experiences has brought me to this place and time to help others.
(910) 447-2049 View (910) 447-2049
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Be Free Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southern Pines, NC 28387
I have experience in working with issues related to Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, and Substance Use Disorders.
Welcome to Be Free Therapy. My name is Tayloe C. Moye, and I opened Be Free Therapy with the hope of offering a more diversified therapeutic experience. I deliver evidence-based models and I am passionate about people. My wish is to help anyone achieve a higher level of peace and joy in their life. I love nature, riding horses, gardening, and helping people find the best version of themselves. I appreciate being able to use my personal past in helping others, the way others have helped me.
I have experience in working with issues related to Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, and Substance Use Disorders.
Welcome to Be Free Therapy. My name is Tayloe C. Moye, and I opened Be Free Therapy with the hope of offering a more diversified therapeutic experience. I deliver evidence-based models and I am passionate about people. My wish is to help anyone achieve a higher level of peace and joy in their life. I love nature, riding horses, gardening, and helping people find the best version of themselves. I appreciate being able to use my personal past in helping others, the way others have helped me.
(910) 586-2530 View (910) 586-2530
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.