Addiction Therapists in Cypress, TX

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Jesse R. Jasso
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433
I have worked in the mental health field providing group and individual counseling in Private Practice, Substance Abuse Recovery Facilities, a Pain Management Center, a Psychiatric Hospital, and a Residential Treatment Facility.
The client is the expert on their life, and I believe in the collaborative nature of the therapeutic alliance between the client and therapist. As a team, we will come up with interventions to change the process and patterns of the way you think, feel, and behave. In my thousands of hours in the field, I have witnessed countless clients improve using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through an informed trial-and-error process. CBT has the most evidence-based research validating its efficacy and presumes that the mind, body, and social environment are connected in a very sensitive ecosystem.
I have worked in the mental health field providing group and individual counseling in Private Practice, Substance Abuse Recovery Facilities, a Pain Management Center, a Psychiatric Hospital, and a Residential Treatment Facility.
The client is the expert on their life, and I believe in the collaborative nature of the therapeutic alliance between the client and therapist. As a team, we will come up with interventions to change the process and patterns of the way you think, feel, and behave. In my thousands of hours in the field, I have witnessed countless clients improve using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through an informed trial-and-error process. CBT has the most evidence-based research validating its efficacy and presumes that the mind, body, and social environment are connected in a very sensitive ecosystem.
(281) 949-7388 View (281) 949-7388
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Theresa Stringer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433  (Online Only)
I began my interest in Clinical Social Work after working as a nurse in the Addiction field. My training in the US Army and working in a variety of clinical settings set the stage for my education in Social Work. I completed my Master’s in Social Work at Western Carolina University with a concentration in Substance Abuse.
I began my interest in Clinical Social Work after working as a nurse in the Addiction field. My training in the US Army and working in a variety of clinical settings set the stage for my education in Social Work. I completed my Master’s in Social Work at Western Carolina University with a concentration in Substance Abuse.
(832) 346-6763 View (832) 346-6763
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Adriana Wallace
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
Alcohol and substance use are lonely roads that can quickly leave you isolated; separating you from the ones you love and the life you most want to lead. I believe strongly in taking your struggles and turning them into a place of strength and growth, I want to help all my clients learn the skills they need to live the healthy and productive substance free life they deserve.
Alcohol and substance use are lonely roads that can quickly leave you isolated; separating you from the ones you love and the life you most want to lead. I believe strongly in taking your struggles and turning them into a place of strength and growth, I want to help all my clients learn the skills they need to live the healthy and productive substance free life they deserve.
(713) 597-3852 View (713) 597-3852
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Tom Stevens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433
In addition, over the past decade, I have specialized in working with couples and families, people struggling with addiction, and higher level athletes.
Finding the right therapist means finding the right fit for you. With over 20 years in private practice, I pride myself on helping you feel comfortable and confident that you will get the answers you need to a better life. I specialize in parenting and play therapy with children, working with higher level athletes, and couples. I have also hosted my own internet radio talk show on parenting and family relationships, and have appeared on television and radio programs (talking about parenting and bullying).
In addition, over the past decade, I have specialized in working with couples and families, people struggling with addiction, and higher level athletes.
Finding the right therapist means finding the right fit for you. With over 20 years in private practice, I pride myself on helping you feel comfortable and confident that you will get the answers you need to a better life. I specialize in parenting and play therapy with children, working with higher level athletes, and couples. I have also hosted my own internet radio talk show on parenting and family relationships, and have appeared on television and radio programs (talking about parenting and bullying).
(281) 402-8805 View (281) 402-8805
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John M Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
I work with individuals, couples, and groups whose lives have been disrupted by anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, traumatic events, substance abuse, and sexual addiction. My goal is to accept clients unconditionally, where they are, as they are. I provide a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which my clients can explore, process and find freedom from the issues that hinder them from fulfilling their God-given roles. To best meet the needs of my clients, I use a variety of modalities including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), DBT, Somatic focused, and Mindfulness strategies.
I work with individuals, couples, and groups whose lives have been disrupted by anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, traumatic events, substance abuse, and sexual addiction. My goal is to accept clients unconditionally, where they are, as they are. I provide a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which my clients can explore, process and find freedom from the issues that hinder them from fulfilling their God-given roles. To best meet the needs of my clients, I use a variety of modalities including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), DBT, Somatic focused, and Mindfulness strategies.
(832) 426-3963 View (832) 426-3963
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Sebastian Weaver
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over three years of experience providing various modalities of therapy to clients in need. I am an adaptable and empathetic therapist with robust counseling abilities and a deep understanding of the significance of raising awareness about mental health. I possess experience in assisting clients who suffer from a range of mental health disorders and substance use. Through clinical experience, compassion, and empathy, I support and assist those who are eager to make a positive difference in their lives.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over three years of experience providing various modalities of therapy to clients in need. I am an adaptable and empathetic therapist with robust counseling abilities and a deep understanding of the significance of raising awareness about mental health. I possess experience in assisting clients who suffer from a range of mental health disorders and substance use. Through clinical experience, compassion, and empathy, I support and assist those who are eager to make a positive difference in their lives.
(832) 501-0816 View (832) 501-0816
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Abraham Aviles
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433
Through this journey we can share different techniques to help you overcome addiction, hardships or self doubts.
Hi, I'm Abraham. Sometimes in life, we hit rock bottom and feel like there's no hope. I am here to tell you, hope is being able to see the light despite all of the darkness. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, I understand that seeking help is not always easy; it can be scary and intimidating. However, I want to let you know that you are not alone. I am here to understand your story and to support your journey towards your desired goals in life.
Through this journey we can share different techniques to help you overcome addiction, hardships or self doubts.
Hi, I'm Abraham. Sometimes in life, we hit rock bottom and feel like there's no hope. I am here to tell you, hope is being able to see the light despite all of the darkness. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, I understand that seeking help is not always easy; it can be scary and intimidating. However, I want to let you know that you are not alone. I am here to understand your story and to support your journey towards your desired goals in life.
(346) 483-3679 View (346) 483-3679
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Cameron Lee LaRue
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77429  (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website. My ideal client struggles with anxiety, depression, or substance use, particularly men facing societal pressures and issues like divorce or alcoholism. They need clarity, control, and effective strategies to manage symptoms, improve relationships, and find purpose and direction in life. They want to overcome their challenges and achieve mental well-being. They seek practical tools to manage symptoms, enhance relationships, and discover purpose. They desire understanding and support to feel validated and empowered in a safe, non-judgmental space.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. My ideal client struggles with anxiety, depression, or substance use, particularly men facing societal pressures and issues like divorce or alcoholism. They need clarity, control, and effective strategies to manage symptoms, improve relationships, and find purpose and direction in life. They want to overcome their challenges and achieve mental well-being. They seek practical tools to manage symptoms, enhance relationships, and discover purpose. They desire understanding and support to feel validated and empowered in a safe, non-judgmental space.
(830) 549-7138 View (830) 549-7138
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Janelle Martin
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LPC-A, LCDC, ICP, BHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
We are a mother/daughter team with lived experience with substance use disorder and individual and family recovery.
At The Mind Connection, we approach mental health naturally by addressing brain health. We are Dr. Amen Certified Brain Health Professionals and believe that mental health is equal to the health of your brain. We offer multiple brain health assessments to determine the conditions you are experiencing as well as the brain systems affected. We address any issues with natural, brain-formulated supplements and IASIS MicroCurrent Neurofeedback to support and heal the brain without toxic medications and their unwanted side effects. We offer Brainspotting and counseling for those with traumatic experiences in need of additional support.
We are a mother/daughter team with lived experience with substance use disorder and individual and family recovery.
At The Mind Connection, we approach mental health naturally by addressing brain health. We are Dr. Amen Certified Brain Health Professionals and believe that mental health is equal to the health of your brain. We offer multiple brain health assessments to determine the conditions you are experiencing as well as the brain systems affected. We address any issues with natural, brain-formulated supplements and IASIS MicroCurrent Neurofeedback to support and heal the brain without toxic medications and their unwanted side effects. We offer Brainspotting and counseling for those with traumatic experiences in need of additional support.
(832) 864-5971 View (832) 864-5971
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Faith Carroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC, EMDR, CIT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
Are you ready to make a change in your life? If you’re struggling with mental health, grief, trauma, relationships or life changes it may be time to lean into the support of a professional. I’m a social worker and chemical dependency counselor licensed in Texas and I’d love to support you on your healing journey of self-discovery. I graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University with a masters in social work with an emphasis on studies of Hispanic children and families. During my career I have worked with those battling addiction and mental illness. It’s a passion of mine to work with those struggling and their families.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? If you’re struggling with mental health, grief, trauma, relationships or life changes it may be time to lean into the support of a professional. I’m a social worker and chemical dependency counselor licensed in Texas and I’d love to support you on your healing journey of self-discovery. I graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University with a masters in social work with an emphasis on studies of Hispanic children and families. During my career I have worked with those battling addiction and mental illness. It’s a passion of mine to work with those struggling and their families.
(832) 281-5506 View (832) 281-5506
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Donald Bentley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77429
My work with adults includes anxiety, substance use, marriage and other relationships, gender-affirming, PTSD, and parenting issues.
My name is Don Bentley, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). My general approach to therapy is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. Additionally, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My practice has been focused on helping clients deal with anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. I also have an extensive background in substance use disorder.
My work with adults includes anxiety, substance use, marriage and other relationships, gender-affirming, PTSD, and parenting issues.
My name is Don Bentley, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). My general approach to therapy is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. Additionally, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My practice has been focused on helping clients deal with anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. I also have an extensive background in substance use disorder.
(346) 603-5421 View (346) 603-5421
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Cristina's Counseling and Recovery
LPC Intern, LCDC, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433
Whether you are dealing with addiction, self-harm, or self-damaging habits, I am here to meet you where you are at.
My approach has led almost all of my clients to experience the healing they wanted in just a few sessions. Therapy is not meant to last forever. My goal is to lead you to recovery and give you the skills to maintain a healthy life without me in a year or less. The quicker we create new habits, the quicker you get your life back.
Whether you are dealing with addiction, self-harm, or self-damaging habits, I am here to meet you where you are at.
My approach has led almost all of my clients to experience the healing they wanted in just a few sessions. Therapy is not meant to last forever. My goal is to lead you to recovery and give you the skills to maintain a healthy life without me in a year or less. The quicker we create new habits, the quicker you get your life back.
(346) 291-2028 View (346) 291-2028
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Casey Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
I have experience working with a variety of concerns including mood disorders, substance use disorders, family and relationship issues, clients with a history of abuse and trauma, and gender and sexuality concerns.
Welcome! I focus on and prioritize the holistic view of the person, always taking into consideration the family, community, and larger overall view of someone's life. I hold passion for creating a safe environment that helps empower client's to utilize their strengths while holding them accountable and challenging them objectively, without judgment. This means I am LGBTQ+ affirming, understanding of marginalized communities, and trauma informed. I have experience working with individuals, groups, couples, and families and am open to working with any and all of the above.
I have experience working with a variety of concerns including mood disorders, substance use disorders, family and relationship issues, clients with a history of abuse and trauma, and gender and sexuality concerns.
Welcome! I focus on and prioritize the holistic view of the person, always taking into consideration the family, community, and larger overall view of someone's life. I hold passion for creating a safe environment that helps empower client's to utilize their strengths while holding them accountable and challenging them objectively, without judgment. This means I am LGBTQ+ affirming, understanding of marginalized communities, and trauma informed. I have experience working with individuals, groups, couples, and families and am open to working with any and all of the above.
(832) 219-6394 View (832) 219-6394
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Lisa L Vanderpool
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77429
Hello, I’m Lisa! My name is Lisa Vanderpool, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and teenagers and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, substance issues, life transitions, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues. I use a blend of therapy techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Mindfulness techniques, to help my clients make progress, start feeling better, and navigate life more successfully. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Texas. I work
Hello, I’m Lisa! My name is Lisa Vanderpool, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and teenagers and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, substance issues, life transitions, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues. I use a blend of therapy techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Mindfulness techniques, to help my clients make progress, start feeling better, and navigate life more successfully. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Texas. I work
(737) 345-3316 View (737) 345-3316
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Perseverance Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC, CART
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Perseverance Counseling & Consulting, LLC licensed professional counselor has over eleven years of experience helping people learn how to manage anger, substance use disorders, family/relational conflict, trauma, and mental health disorders.
Perseverance Counseling & Consulting, LLC provides individual counseling, group counseling, family/couples counseling, community/business trainings, and consulting services. All counseling services are Telehealth Only.
Perseverance Counseling & Consulting, LLC licensed professional counselor has over eleven years of experience helping people learn how to manage anger, substance use disorders, family/relational conflict, trauma, and mental health disorders.
Perseverance Counseling & Consulting, LLC provides individual counseling, group counseling, family/couples counseling, community/business trainings, and consulting services. All counseling services are Telehealth Only.
(281) 916-3274 View (281) 916-3274
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Erickson Counseling & Mediation PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
I specialize in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, suicide prevention, adoption-issues, cognitive-behavioral therapy and existential therapy.
Michael D. Erickson LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an exemplary history of experience working in the mental healthcare industry. Skilled with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Crisis Intervention, Substance Abuse and existential therapy. Strong healthcare professional with a Master’s Degree focused in Counseling Psychology from St. Mary's University of Minnesota. Trained and credentialed mediator for civil and divorce mediation. Also an experienced parenting coordinator/facilitator trained in the legal arena.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, suicide prevention, adoption-issues, cognitive-behavioral therapy and existential therapy.
Michael D. Erickson LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an exemplary history of experience working in the mental healthcare industry. Skilled with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Crisis Intervention, Substance Abuse and existential therapy. Strong healthcare professional with a Master’s Degree focused in Counseling Psychology from St. Mary's University of Minnesota. Trained and credentialed mediator for civil and divorce mediation. Also an experienced parenting coordinator/facilitator trained in the legal arena.
(832) 981-5693 View (832) 981-5693
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Carmen Dennistoun
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433
Settings: individual counseling office, children's residential home, homeless/transitional shelter, domestic violence center, substance abuse facility, behavioral and mental health hospital.
Sometimes we feel like there is just too much to deal with alone, or misunderstood and unsupported. My job is to help you work through those struggles by helping you identify areas that you would like or need to change, setting appropriate goals for improvements and supporting you on a path for a fulfilling life.
Settings: individual counseling office, children's residential home, homeless/transitional shelter, domestic violence center, substance abuse facility, behavioral and mental health hospital.
Sometimes we feel like there is just too much to deal with alone, or misunderstood and unsupported. My job is to help you work through those struggles by helping you identify areas that you would like or need to change, setting appropriate goals for improvements and supporting you on a path for a fulfilling life.
(832) 981-1991 View (832) 981-1991
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Tracy R. Richied
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433
I have practiced in the mental health field for 25 years, including work at a psychiatric hospital, an addiction treatment program, and of a team that provided mental health services to Hewlett Packard employees.
As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.
I have practiced in the mental health field for 25 years, including work at a psychiatric hospital, an addiction treatment program, and of a team that provided mental health services to Hewlett Packard employees.
As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.
(832) 706-3518 View (832) 706-3518
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Lonnie D. Owen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433
After receiving my Master's degree in Professional Counseling at Ashland Theological Seminary in Ohio, I completed my internship at Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center and treated addiction and mental health disorders.
I look forward to addressing your needs through improving your coping skills and developing a more effective way of managing your life. I have a special interest in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder as well as spiritual issues and personality disorders. I have worked with clients on a variety of mental-health issues including anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, mood disorders, anger management, trauma and loss, and behavioral and impulse-control issues. My training is primarily based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and I am working toward certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
After receiving my Master's degree in Professional Counseling at Ashland Theological Seminary in Ohio, I completed my internship at Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center and treated addiction and mental health disorders.
I look forward to addressing your needs through improving your coping skills and developing a more effective way of managing your life. I have a special interest in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder as well as spiritual issues and personality disorders. I have worked with clients on a variety of mental-health issues including anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, mood disorders, anger management, trauma and loss, and behavioral and impulse-control issues. My training is primarily based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and I am working toward certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
(346) 220-3089 View (346) 220-3089
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Nathan A Driskell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
Is your child obsessed with their cell phone? Does your child spend every waking moment glued to a screen? Do you? If so, an addiction may be present. I am a recovering Internet Addict who spent six years addicted to an online game. I now use my experience helping others overcome their addiction. I also specialize in working with Autism and Asperger's, as well as work with depression, anxiety and social phobia. I work with people of all ages and can also provide career counseling.
Is your child obsessed with their cell phone? Does your child spend every waking moment glued to a screen? Do you? If so, an addiction may be present. I am a recovering Internet Addict who spent six years addicted to an online game. I now use my experience helping others overcome their addiction. I also specialize in working with Autism and Asperger's, as well as work with depression, anxiety and social phobia. I work with people of all ages and can also provide career counseling.
(832) 559-3520 View (832) 559-3520
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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.