Addiction Therapists in Porter, TX

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Jasmine Trachelle Groves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Porter, TX 77365
What an amazing day to heal! Allow me to help you achieve the life you are entitled to and deserve. We all carry baggage and experience ongoing day-to-day stressors that can make the future seem unattainable. Now is the time to put your life into perspective and get back on track. I have experience working with individuals, adolescents, and adolescent groups. Most issues presented to me in therapy include relational and vocational stressors, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger management, impulse control issues, self-harm, inattention/focusing problems, bipolar disorder, grief/loss, post traumatic stress, and substance abuse.
What an amazing day to heal! Allow me to help you achieve the life you are entitled to and deserve. We all carry baggage and experience ongoing day-to-day stressors that can make the future seem unattainable. Now is the time to put your life into perspective and get back on track. I have experience working with individuals, adolescents, and adolescent groups. Most issues presented to me in therapy include relational and vocational stressors, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger management, impulse control issues, self-harm, inattention/focusing problems, bipolar disorder, grief/loss, post traumatic stress, and substance abuse.
(832) 905-8860 View (832) 905-8860
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Elizabeth Belcon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Porter, TX 77365
Are you currently in dark place in life? Wake up sad and hopeless? Experiencing the pain of a failed relationship, experienced infidelity, unable to communicate with your spouse, or is a victim of a traumatic experience? As an experienced therapist, I am here to help you through the challenges you are facing in your life. I ensure my clients feel comfortable as they walk through their difficulties by creating a safe and empathetic environment. As a Certified Christian Counselor, I believe through Christ complete healing is possible. He promises us that "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Ps. 147:3.
Are you currently in dark place in life? Wake up sad and hopeless? Experiencing the pain of a failed relationship, experienced infidelity, unable to communicate with your spouse, or is a victim of a traumatic experience? As an experienced therapist, I am here to help you through the challenges you are facing in your life. I ensure my clients feel comfortable as they walk through their difficulties by creating a safe and empathetic environment. As a Certified Christian Counselor, I believe through Christ complete healing is possible. He promises us that "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Ps. 147:3.
(936) 372-6979 View (936) 372-6979
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Woodlands Family Institute
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, AAC
Verified Verified
Porter, TX 77365
You may be considering therapy because you are hurting,stressed, depressed, anxious, confused,experiencing difficulty sustaining a meaningful relationship, in a spiritual crisis... It takes courage to admit problems and try to change but change is possible in a safe caring environment. I have 20 years experience helping individuals/couples/families explore their hurts and discover hope, new beliefs, new behaviors, and at last a new life for themselves and their relationships. Meeting people where they are, I am a confidential, caring.accepting, compassionalte listener/therapist/coach.
You may be considering therapy because you are hurting,stressed, depressed, anxious, confused,experiencing difficulty sustaining a meaningful relationship, in a spiritual crisis... It takes courage to admit problems and try to change but change is possible in a safe caring environment. I have 20 years experience helping individuals/couples/families explore their hurts and discover hope, new beliefs, new behaviors, and at last a new life for themselves and their relationships. Meeting people where they are, I am a confidential, caring.accepting, compassionalte listener/therapist/coach.
(281) 363-4220 View (281) 363-4220
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Kingwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Porter, TX 77365
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(346) 489-3710 View (346) 489-3710

More Therapists Nearby

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Meghan Shaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kingwood, TX 77339
Feeling overwhelmed by work, relationships, self-confidence, or just life in general? It's okay to need support in handling the stress and challenges of today's world. Hello, I’m Meghan Shaw, an LPC and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. With expertise in guiding clients through life transitions and challenging times, I specialize in addressing stress, anxiety, depression and addiction.
Feeling overwhelmed by work, relationships, self-confidence, or just life in general? It's okay to need support in handling the stress and challenges of today's world. Hello, I’m Meghan Shaw, an LPC and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. With expertise in guiding clients through life transitions and challenging times, I specialize in addressing stress, anxiety, depression and addiction.
(346) 787-1336 View (346) 787-1336
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Maritza Molina
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Spring, TX 77373
Therapy isn't just for issues so large that you feel it is a final chance. Here, we can work together to come to terms with grief, depression, anxiety, or addiction and work through it. Going alone through such a journey is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. We can work towards having peace again or even for the first time.
Therapy isn't just for issues so large that you feel it is a final chance. Here, we can work together to come to terms with grief, depression, anxiety, or addiction and work through it. Going alone through such a journey is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. We can work towards having peace again or even for the first time.
(936) 227-5311 View (936) 227-5311
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Jonathan Rea
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kingwood, TX 77339
I treat substance and sex addictions.
Are you experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety; addiction; or the residual effects of trauma? I believe that you, as the client, are the expert of your own story. I am here to provide you with a unique personalized approach to psychotherapy that is person-centered; and focuses on your strengths and your potential. If you are someone who experienced relational trauma as a child, you may be experiencing difficulty navigating relationships as an adult. Through a therapeutic relationship, you will find a stepping stone from which to develop a more meaningful way of being in the world.
I treat substance and sex addictions.
Are you experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety; addiction; or the residual effects of trauma? I believe that you, as the client, are the expert of your own story. I am here to provide you with a unique personalized approach to psychotherapy that is person-centered; and focuses on your strengths and your potential. If you are someone who experienced relational trauma as a child, you may be experiencing difficulty navigating relationships as an adult. Through a therapeutic relationship, you will find a stepping stone from which to develop a more meaningful way of being in the world.
(281) 549-8518 View (281) 549-8518
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Dr. Anita Vincent
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, DMin, MBA, MA, LCDC, ADC,CS
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77338
If you’re seeking grief counseling or trauma counseling, and you have an alcohol or substance use disorder, you’ll appreciate the professionalism and sensitivity offered by our practice.
Are you having trouble coping with a particular problem, feeling, or an issue? Are you struggling to overcome a compulsion or addiction that's negatively impacting your mental or physical health? I Specialize In the Assessment And Treatment Of Alcohol And Drug-Related Dependencies Including Co-Dependency. I take an individualized approach to treatment and work to understand your hopes, fears, and thought processes.
If you’re seeking grief counseling or trauma counseling, and you have an alcohol or substance use disorder, you’ll appreciate the professionalism and sensitivity offered by our practice.
Are you having trouble coping with a particular problem, feeling, or an issue? Are you struggling to overcome a compulsion or addiction that's negatively impacting your mental or physical health? I Specialize In the Assessment And Treatment Of Alcohol And Drug-Related Dependencies Including Co-Dependency. I take an individualized approach to treatment and work to understand your hopes, fears, and thought processes.
(346) 594-8315 View (346) 594-8315
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Dana A Burns
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77338
With over 25 years of experience working with clients in treatment for substance use, anger management and other mental health needs - I believe that growth is possible in every individual.  I am a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator, which supports couples toward building healthy relationships and stronger marriages. My straight forward collaborative approach incorporates a variety of therapeutic principles and philosophies in order to create the ideal treatment plan to meet the needs of each individual client or couple in areas related to grief, divorce, substance abuse, marriage, relationship concerns and life transitions.
With over 25 years of experience working with clients in treatment for substance use, anger management and other mental health needs - I believe that growth is possible in every individual.  I am a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator, which supports couples toward building healthy relationships and stronger marriages. My straight forward collaborative approach incorporates a variety of therapeutic principles and philosophies in order to create the ideal treatment plan to meet the needs of each individual client or couple in areas related to grief, divorce, substance abuse, marriage, relationship concerns and life transitions.
(346) 220-2364 View (346) 220-2364
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Adrianne Banks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCDC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77346  (Online Only)
I have over 25yrs experience working with individuals and their families facing the challenges of addiction, blended families and various other relationship/family issues.
I have over 25yrs experience working with individuals and their families facing the challenges of addiction, blended families and various other relationship/family issues.
(346) 248-4019 View (346) 248-4019
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Dr. Edna O'Bryant
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MC, MDiv, LCDC, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingwood, TX 77325
Each person has the right to make choices to heal from grief, relationships, social anxiety, and addiction that has become present in our life journey.
I have worked with families, to include married, blended and single parents. In addition to individual counseling with tweens, teens, and adults. I have worked with business professionals, adolescents in high school who suffer from anxiety, adults who are completely stressed out, as well as, adjudicated and expelled youth, state prison systems for adults and Veterans. I specialize in therapy for individuals, marriage & families, and single parents who strive to do and be better to reduce with goal to eliminate addictions, drama, and conflict.
Each person has the right to make choices to heal from grief, relationships, social anxiety, and addiction that has become present in our life journey.
I have worked with families, to include married, blended and single parents. In addition to individual counseling with tweens, teens, and adults. I have worked with business professionals, adolescents in high school who suffer from anxiety, adults who are completely stressed out, as well as, adjudicated and expelled youth, state prison systems for adults and Veterans. I specialize in therapy for individuals, marriage & families, and single parents who strive to do and be better to reduce with goal to eliminate addictions, drama, and conflict.
(832) 783-9601 View (832) 783-9601
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You are Enough Counseling & More PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spring, TX 77373  (Online Only)
I have worked with various individuals giving treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse Disorder,Anger Management, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorder, PTSD, Trauma, Self Esteem, Stress Reduction, and severe Mental Health Diagnosis .
Life can be challenging sometimes and sometimes we don't know where to start when things don't feel right. If you're looking at this, you've made a decision to start feeling and that is so important in moving forward. I know it can be scary sometimes getting to know someone telling your darkest secrets telling them all about you and wondering if they will judge who you are or who you were. Well, no judgement here
I have worked with various individuals giving treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse Disorder,Anger Management, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorder, PTSD, Trauma, Self Esteem, Stress Reduction, and severe Mental Health Diagnosis .
Life can be challenging sometimes and sometimes we don't know where to start when things don't feel right. If you're looking at this, you've made a decision to start feeling and that is so important in moving forward. I know it can be scary sometimes getting to know someone telling your darkest secrets telling them all about you and wondering if they will judge who you are or who you were. Well, no judgement here
(346) 485-8809 View (346) 485-8809
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Kathleen Treadway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Kingwood, TX 77339  (Online Only)
I am especially skilled in helping individuals with substance abuse and dependency problems, as well as their family members.
I view counseling as a partnership between the client and myself. I see my role as enabling people to explore ways to heal from emotional hurt, to discover pathways toward more effective and positive ways of thinking, and to adopt helpful patterns of behavior. Through counseling, I help people recognize their strengths; encourage individuals to take responsibility for their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors; and assist people in making and implementing effective decisions. Using an integrative approach to counseling, the techniques I use are cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, solution-focused, and interpersonal. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy and family system theories.
I am especially skilled in helping individuals with substance abuse and dependency problems, as well as their family members.
I view counseling as a partnership between the client and myself. I see my role as enabling people to explore ways to heal from emotional hurt, to discover pathways toward more effective and positive ways of thinking, and to adopt helpful patterns of behavior. Through counseling, I help people recognize their strengths; encourage individuals to take responsibility for their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors; and assist people in making and implementing effective decisions. Using an integrative approach to counseling, the techniques I use are cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, solution-focused, and interpersonal. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy and family system theories.
(713) 338-9113 View (713) 338-9113
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Amber Torrance-Danielson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Kingwood, TX 77345
Let's talk! I've been helping people with therapy for more than 15 years as both a mental health and substance abuse counselor. Therapy can enable you to identify existing problems, create a plan for change, and work toward making those desired changes. The therapeutic process can aid in working through past and present problems that may be holding you back in relationships or other important life situations. Removing obstacles can help you be the best version of yourself. Talking through changes and emotions in a non-judgmental environment often encourages the ability to make positive changes. In person available in Kingwood.
Let's talk! I've been helping people with therapy for more than 15 years as both a mental health and substance abuse counselor. Therapy can enable you to identify existing problems, create a plan for change, and work toward making those desired changes. The therapeutic process can aid in working through past and present problems that may be holding you back in relationships or other important life situations. Removing obstacles can help you be the best version of yourself. Talking through changes and emotions in a non-judgmental environment often encourages the ability to make positive changes. In person available in Kingwood.
(281) 944-4338 View (281) 944-4338
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Melissa E. Garrett-Moultrie
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77338  (Online Only)
I have worked with adult clients with a range of concerns: bipolar disorder, impulse control disorders, marital discord, infidelity, fertility issues, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, and grief.
I specialize in child, adolescent, and adult mental health services and have practiced in a variety of clinical settings throughout my career. These settings include inpatient acute care, outpatient community-based counseling centers, and schools. My experience also includes working with multicultural and diverse populations across all age groups. I have had the opportunity to work with families who have children on the Autism Spectrum as well as children/adolescents struggling with behavioral concerns and anger management issues. I have a passion for providing psychoeducation to individuals with mental health concerns.
I have worked with adult clients with a range of concerns: bipolar disorder, impulse control disorders, marital discord, infidelity, fertility issues, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, and grief.
I specialize in child, adolescent, and adult mental health services and have practiced in a variety of clinical settings throughout my career. These settings include inpatient acute care, outpatient community-based counseling centers, and schools. My experience also includes working with multicultural and diverse populations across all age groups. I have had the opportunity to work with families who have children on the Autism Spectrum as well as children/adolescents struggling with behavioral concerns and anger management issues. I have a passion for providing psychoeducation to individuals with mental health concerns.
(832) 210-2619 View (832) 210-2619
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Dr. Shundrika Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Spring, TX 77373  (Online Only)
You're not positive when it occurred, but you find yourself struggling to reach new levels of healthy living because of current life stressors and/or past events. You're dealing with anxiety, anger, addiction, loneliness, or PTSD from experienced trauma or a disconnect from your spouse or family. You can no longer ignore these feelings. You want that happy feeling back for yourself and/or your relationship.
You're not positive when it occurred, but you find yourself struggling to reach new levels of healthy living because of current life stressors and/or past events. You're dealing with anxiety, anger, addiction, loneliness, or PTSD from experienced trauma or a disconnect from your spouse or family. You can no longer ignore these feelings. You want that happy feeling back for yourself and/or your relationship.
(832) 479-1582 View (832) 479-1582
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Hanh Vo
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77068
Trauma Resolution, Anger Management Classes, Parenting Skill Classes, Life's Meaning, and Purposes, Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and Addiction.
"You are here on earth because there is something that only you can do!" Choosing Now as the time to act and being fully present in your body and in your relationships will take you to infinite possibilities. All of life's answers lie in how deep you are connected to yourself. Do not turn your attention elsewhere to look for the truth, for it is nowhere to be found but within your body.
Trauma Resolution, Anger Management Classes, Parenting Skill Classes, Life's Meaning, and Purposes, Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and Addiction.
"You are here on earth because there is something that only you can do!" Choosing Now as the time to act and being fully present in your body and in your relationships will take you to infinite possibilities. All of life's answers lie in how deep you are connected to yourself. Do not turn your attention elsewhere to look for the truth, for it is nowhere to be found but within your body.
(832) 769-8736 View (832) 769-8736
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Catherine Gentry
LPC, LCDC, CCTP-II, EMDR-C, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Spring, TX 77386
I'm trained in EMDR, Trauma, Addiction, and Mental Health.
Have you been lacking the support you need, support without judgement or criticism, and the support you likely have not gotten in the past? I work with my clients using my whole heart as you are likely seeking help due to suffering from adverse childhood experiences, large or small, that continue to impact you today. Trauma rears itself in our daily lives. It becomes the template to which we experience the world. You no longer have to live that way. Let me walk with you.
I'm trained in EMDR, Trauma, Addiction, and Mental Health.
Have you been lacking the support you need, support without judgement or criticism, and the support you likely have not gotten in the past? I work with my clients using my whole heart as you are likely seeking help due to suffering from adverse childhood experiences, large or small, that continue to impact you today. Trauma rears itself in our daily lives. It becomes the template to which we experience the world. You no longer have to live that way. Let me walk with you.
(832) 400-6362 View (832) 400-6362
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New Beginning Mind Spa & Therapy, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spring, TX 77373  (Online Only)
I welcome families and individuals from all walks of life who may be experiencing challenges with depression, anxiety, anger management, addiction, social skills, coping skills, and relationships (couples and interpersonal relationships).
My name is Iesha Anderson. I was born and raised in Houston, TX and graduated from Prairie View A&M University. I also attended Texas Southern University with a Bachelors in Psychology. Academics were a very important part of my life. I realized at an early age that education was vital to my future success in life and the life of others. I have always had a passion for counseling and helping since the first day I sat in my psychology course during my journey in undergraduate school. My experience in Real Estate, taxes, customer service, and mental health has equipped me with the ability to relate and understand where others are coming from. I have always had a passion for special populations and was blessed to find a career that combined my love for both, families and individuals.
I welcome families and individuals from all walks of life who may be experiencing challenges with depression, anxiety, anger management, addiction, social skills, coping skills, and relationships (couples and interpersonal relationships).
My name is Iesha Anderson. I was born and raised in Houston, TX and graduated from Prairie View A&M University. I also attended Texas Southern University with a Bachelors in Psychology. Academics were a very important part of my life. I realized at an early age that education was vital to my future success in life and the life of others. I have always had a passion for counseling and helping since the first day I sat in my psychology course during my journey in undergraduate school. My experience in Real Estate, taxes, customer service, and mental health has equipped me with the ability to relate and understand where others are coming from. I have always had a passion for special populations and was blessed to find a career that combined my love for both, families and individuals.
(832) 905-1366 View (832) 905-1366
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Through The Woods Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Spring, TX 77373  (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals in managing substance use and various addictions, eating disorders, anger management, first responders, anxiety, depression, adjusting to everyday life transitions, relationship issues, and coping with loss.
Sometimes when life brings challenges and unwelcome stress, we may need a little extra support and clarity. At times we may feel confused, alone, or not know which direction our life is heading. Life is full of complications in which we all can benefit from working with a compassionate, qualified, and objective professional. My first and foremost goal is to create an environment of empathy and caring where together we build upon trust and collaboration. As your therapist, I can help you cope with stress, transform your relationships, and improve your overall quality of life.
I have experience working with individuals in managing substance use and various addictions, eating disorders, anger management, first responders, anxiety, depression, adjusting to everyday life transitions, relationship issues, and coping with loss.
Sometimes when life brings challenges and unwelcome stress, we may need a little extra support and clarity. At times we may feel confused, alone, or not know which direction our life is heading. Life is full of complications in which we all can benefit from working with a compassionate, qualified, and objective professional. My first and foremost goal is to create an environment of empathy and caring where together we build upon trust and collaboration. As your therapist, I can help you cope with stress, transform your relationships, and improve your overall quality of life.
(281) 801-5889 View (281) 801-5889

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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.