Addiction Therapists in Oakville, ON
Nikki Venere Brenner
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J
She’s highly specialized in treating Trauma, Depression, Eating Disorders and Addiction from a Psychoanalytic approach.
Learning to Simply Cope with Your Pain Isn’t Good Enough. Find Long Term Relief by Treating the Root Cause of Your Distress with In-Depth Mental Health Specialists at the Mind People. Struggling with untreated mental health issues leaves you suffering with pain that can seriously disrupt your sleep, your interactions with others, and can affect your sense of self & physical wellbeing. It’s quite possible that your distress can stem from deep-seated, unconscious sources that are difficult to pinpoint but can profoundly influence your life, making you feel stuck. That’s where we come in.
She’s highly specialized in treating Trauma, Depression, Eating Disorders and Addiction from a Psychoanalytic approach.
Learning to Simply Cope with Your Pain Isn’t Good Enough. Find Long Term Relief by Treating the Root Cause of Your Distress with In-Depth Mental Health Specialists at the Mind People. Struggling with untreated mental health issues leaves you suffering with pain that can seriously disrupt your sleep, your interactions with others, and can affect your sense of self & physical wellbeing. It’s quite possible that your distress can stem from deep-seated, unconscious sources that are difficult to pinpoint but can profoundly influence your life, making you feel stuck. That’s where we come in.
I'm looking forward to meeting you, and I recognize how difficult it can be to create change in our lives. We may feel pain or discomfort when experiencing loss, anxiety, trauma, or substance abuse, and it may be challenging to do this alone. Having experienced many difficult life events, such as divorce, death of a spouse, and being a mom of 3 adult children, I sought therapy to get me through the challenges I was experiencing. I know the pain that accompanies major life transitions and how overwhelming life can be when you feel like you have no control or support.
I'm looking forward to meeting you, and I recognize how difficult it can be to create change in our lives. We may feel pain or discomfort when experiencing loss, anxiety, trauma, or substance abuse, and it may be challenging to do this alone. Having experienced many difficult life events, such as divorce, death of a spouse, and being a mom of 3 adult children, I sought therapy to get me through the challenges I was experiencing. I know the pain that accompanies major life transitions and how overwhelming life can be when you feel like you have no control or support.
We support clients through addiction, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, neurodivergent identities, parenting, perinatal mental health, relationship issues, stress and burn-out.
Are you feeling disconnected from the people in your life? Have you lost your sense of self? Here at Counselling and Co., we understand how lonely that can feel. When circumstances change unexpectedly, loss and betrayals sideline us, or loved ones let us down, it can feel overwhelming and uncertainty can creep in leaving us unsure how to navigate next steps. At Counselling and Co., we believe in connection, compassion, and community lead to clarity and healing. Our team of therapists are like a village of supporters, here to help you connect more deeply with yourself and your loved ones through compassion and understanding.
We support clients through addiction, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, neurodivergent identities, parenting, perinatal mental health, relationship issues, stress and burn-out.
Are you feeling disconnected from the people in your life? Have you lost your sense of self? Here at Counselling and Co., we understand how lonely that can feel. When circumstances change unexpectedly, loss and betrayals sideline us, or loved ones let us down, it can feel overwhelming and uncertainty can creep in leaving us unsure how to navigate next steps. At Counselling and Co., we believe in connection, compassion, and community lead to clarity and healing. Our team of therapists are like a village of supporters, here to help you connect more deeply with yourself and your loved ones through compassion and understanding.
I help couples overcome conflict to create strong and harmonious relationships. As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I help couples quiet the conflict in their relationship. What were once heart-breaking conversations the couple did not know how to fix, turn into dialogue around making the relationship better, repairing old hurts, and deepening emotional connection. Whether the conflict stems from poor communication and emotional distance, to trauma, affairs, infertility, or substance use problems, the evidence based treatments can help couples communicate openly and find solutions, or decide it is time to move on.
I help couples overcome conflict to create strong and harmonious relationships. As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I help couples quiet the conflict in their relationship. What were once heart-breaking conversations the couple did not know how to fix, turn into dialogue around making the relationship better, repairing old hurts, and deepening emotional connection. Whether the conflict stems from poor communication and emotional distance, to trauma, affairs, infertility, or substance use problems, the evidence based treatments can help couples communicate openly and find solutions, or decide it is time to move on.
Dan Chalykoff
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M Ed, CRPO, CCPA
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6L
I’m accepting new clients. If you want to ask some big questions, I can help. My areas of focus are addiction, trauma, burnout, and major life changes. I bring a philosophical, psychological, and existential approach to your issues. What does that mean? Together we examine, values, priorities, adherence to self, and making change happen. Identifying the issues is important but, as a wise 12-stepper once put it, "nothing changes if nothing changes." You CAN change, I can help you get there.
I’m accepting new clients. If you want to ask some big questions, I can help. My areas of focus are addiction, trauma, burnout, and major life changes. I bring a philosophical, psychological, and existential approach to your issues. What does that mean? Together we examine, values, priorities, adherence to self, and making change happen. Identifying the issues is important but, as a wise 12-stepper once put it, "nothing changes if nothing changes." You CAN change, I can help you get there.
First Step Men's Therapy (No Waitlist)
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J (Online Only)
Our specializations include: sex therapy, sexual addiction, alcohol use, substance misuse, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, infidelity, divorce, depression, men's issues, grief, parenting, and couples counselling.
Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free consultation today. No waitlist - Click the "website" button to start!
Our specializations include: sex therapy, sexual addiction, alcohol use, substance misuse, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, infidelity, divorce, depression, men's issues, grief, parenting, and couples counselling.
Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free consultation today. No waitlist - Click the "website" button to start!
Jodi Rouah, Counselling & Co.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J
One of my specialties includes working with families where one or more individuals is substance involved.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. My hope is that through our work together you feel empowered to understand, strengthen and repair your relationship with self and other, even when it doesn't seem possible. I work from a collaborative and client centered stance; facilitating individuals, couples and families towards a greater understanding of their emotional responses and needs. As we become aware of ourselves and our needs, we have a better sense of where to make change. My specialties include Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy/postpartum), Substance Use & Addiction, relationship struggles and Hold Me Tight Workshops.
One of my specialties includes working with families where one or more individuals is substance involved.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. My hope is that through our work together you feel empowered to understand, strengthen and repair your relationship with self and other, even when it doesn't seem possible. I work from a collaborative and client centered stance; facilitating individuals, couples and families towards a greater understanding of their emotional responses and needs. As we become aware of ourselves and our needs, we have a better sense of where to make change. My specialties include Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy/postpartum), Substance Use & Addiction, relationship struggles and Hold Me Tight Workshops.
I specialize in substance use, mental health, disordered eating, self-esteem and body image related concerns.
Are you looking to understand yourself better? Is your inner critic making you feel small and worthless every day? Do you want to change a pattern of behaviour that is keeping you stuck? Do you want to feel more confident and sure of your needs? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate their lives, careers and relationships. I believe that my role as a therapist is to be a non-judgmental mirror to support in challenging that inner critic. Let's work together so you can build a life that brings you joy and strengthens your relationships.
I specialize in substance use, mental health, disordered eating, self-esteem and body image related concerns.
Are you looking to understand yourself better? Is your inner critic making you feel small and worthless every day? Do you want to change a pattern of behaviour that is keeping you stuck? Do you want to feel more confident and sure of your needs? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate their lives, careers and relationships. I believe that my role as a therapist is to be a non-judgmental mirror to support in challenging that inner critic. Let's work together so you can build a life that brings you joy and strengthens your relationships.
Addictions Counsellor Agnes Kaufman
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
Maybe you or someone you love is struggling with addiction.
Today, we live in a fast-paced, stressful world. The hardships of balancing our work, education and personal time becomes increasingly hard to achieve. Our responsibilities continue to grow and the world around us is becoming so demanding. Sometimes, to cope we use resources which may, in fact, be harmful to ourselves. Addictions are often felt as shameful and concealed from others. We are all vulnerable to making decisions that are not always in our best interest. I am not here to judge you, but rather provide useful tools which will help provide opportunities for making healthier choices.
Maybe you or someone you love is struggling with addiction.
Today, we live in a fast-paced, stressful world. The hardships of balancing our work, education and personal time becomes increasingly hard to achieve. Our responsibilities continue to grow and the world around us is becoming so demanding. Sometimes, to cope we use resources which may, in fact, be harmful to ourselves. Addictions are often felt as shameful and concealed from others. We are all vulnerable to making decisions that are not always in our best interest. I am not here to judge you, but rather provide useful tools which will help provide opportunities for making healthier choices.
Dr. Cooper and his associates, Joel Schramm and Maryam Rahat, offer care for individuals and couples dealing with concerns that are getting in the way of fully functioning both personally and socially. Common concerns include: anxiety, depression, substance use, procrastination, trauma, self-esteem, relationship conflict, career indecision, and many others. Maryam Rahat is focused on providing support to individuals in managing ADHD including associated issues of organization and behavioural addiction. Maryam is also fluent in Farsi and Arabic.
Dr. Cooper and his associates, Joel Schramm and Maryam Rahat, offer care for individuals and couples dealing with concerns that are getting in the way of fully functioning both personally and socially. Common concerns include: anxiety, depression, substance use, procrastination, trauma, self-esteem, relationship conflict, career indecision, and many others. Maryam Rahat is focused on providing support to individuals in managing ADHD including associated issues of organization and behavioural addiction. Maryam is also fluent in Farsi and Arabic.
Angus Coll-Smith
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
I specialize in helping people who are struggling with addiction issues and/or anxiety and mood disorders. I really enjoy working with ‘stuck’ clients. Those people who know they want or need change but aren’t sure how to get there. You are not broken, and you do not need to be fixed. You might be feeling a little lost though. Let me serve as a guide to walk with you and show you some possible ways out. You don't need to commit to any long term therapy or all the 'what ifs' at this point. All you need to do is reach out and make that first connection. Let's have a conversation about what's going on.
I specialize in helping people who are struggling with addiction issues and/or anxiety and mood disorders. I really enjoy working with ‘stuck’ clients. Those people who know they want or need change but aren’t sure how to get there. You are not broken, and you do not need to be fixed. You might be feeling a little lost though. Let me serve as a guide to walk with you and show you some possible ways out. You don't need to commit to any long term therapy or all the 'what ifs' at this point. All you need to do is reach out and make that first connection. Let's have a conversation about what's going on.
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Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
Substance use is a symptom of an underlying issue and it is a way to cope with the underlying problem. Life can be challenging and it is very east to get stuck in an emotional vortex and not be able to find a way out. By examining your thoughts, behaviours, and feelings the hope is to distance you from the dependance of a substance to escape and start the healing process to re-align you with your core beliefs and values
Substance use is a symptom of an underlying issue and it is a way to cope with the underlying problem. Life can be challenging and it is very east to get stuck in an emotional vortex and not be able to find a way out. By examining your thoughts, behaviours, and feelings the hope is to distance you from the dependance of a substance to escape and start the healing process to re-align you with your core beliefs and values
TM Addiction & Recovery Services
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CCAC, MATS, CACII
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6J
Are you or a loved one struggling with substance use/abuse/dependence? Feeling stuck/trapped/hopeless? I can relate. With more than 20 years lived experience on the path of personal recovery, for over a decade I have been assisting individuals change the trajectory of their lives.
Are you or a loved one struggling with substance use/abuse/dependence? Feeling stuck/trapped/hopeless? I can relate. With more than 20 years lived experience on the path of personal recovery, for over a decade I have been assisting individuals change the trajectory of their lives.
Eryl McCaffrey
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP-Q, MACP, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6L
If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, and disconnected from yourself, you have come to the right place. Let me walk alongside you and offer you a safe and supportive space to explore your experiences and learn new, empowering ways of responding to your challenges. I'm a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Certified Yoga Teacher, and I blend mindfulness, neuroscience, and psychology with my own mental health and addiction recovery tools to offer clients a unique, holistic approach to healing. I've been where you are and I know this: you don't have to do this "work" alone.
If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, and disconnected from yourself, you have come to the right place. Let me walk alongside you and offer you a safe and supportive space to explore your experiences and learn new, empowering ways of responding to your challenges. I'm a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Certified Yoga Teacher, and I blend mindfulness, neuroscience, and psychology with my own mental health and addiction recovery tools to offer clients a unique, holistic approach to healing. I've been where you are and I know this: you don't have to do this "work" alone.
Keleigh Anderson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCAC, CCPS
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
(*Please note, I am only offering virtual sessions at this time.*) My ideal client is looking for new ways to navigate life. If you're looking for ways to create a life you love, that's my jam. Stress reduction, anxiety management, addiction, betrayal recovery.....little changes to our day to day thinking lead to massive, positive change. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. Book here: https://oab.owlpractice.ca/keleigh/booking It's easy & free!
(*Please note, I am only offering virtual sessions at this time.*) My ideal client is looking for new ways to navigate life. If you're looking for ways to create a life you love, that's my jam. Stress reduction, anxiety management, addiction, betrayal recovery.....little changes to our day to day thinking lead to massive, positive change. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. Book here: https://oab.owlpractice.ca/keleigh/booking It's easy & free!
I specialize in Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Trauma.
Clients come to me saying "I am stuck", "I am unable to do anything" or "Life is so hard, I can't cope". As a goal-oriented therapist, I will help you identify the life scripts that are keeping you stuck in an unhealthy pattern. With that knowledge, you will then be able to start changing the harmful ways you have been operating.
I specialize in Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Trauma.
Clients come to me saying "I am stuck", "I am unable to do anything" or "Life is so hard, I can't cope". As a goal-oriented therapist, I will help you identify the life scripts that are keeping you stuck in an unhealthy pattern. With that knowledge, you will then be able to start changing the harmful ways you have been operating.
Anna P. Pita
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals in crisis that struggle with mental health and addiction issues.
I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience, believing positive change is possible. I have worked as a leader in both the children's mental health and adult sector for many years. I am passionate about helping people achieve the goals that are most important to them. Everyone has potential, every child and family can fulfill their dreams. Call me today to get started on the journey for wellness again!
I specialize in helping individuals in crisis that struggle with mental health and addiction issues.
I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience, believing positive change is possible. I have worked as a leader in both the children's mental health and adult sector for many years. I am passionate about helping people achieve the goals that are most important to them. Everyone has potential, every child and family can fulfill their dreams. Call me today to get started on the journey for wellness again!
Welcome! I am an experienced psychotherapist of 21 years with experience in mental health, addiction, physical health trauma and family counselling. I work from a person-centred philosophy believing that strength lies within everyone, though sometimes it is hard to find. I work with clients in both short and longer-term capacities using a variety of methodologies. Most importantly, I am personable and respectful of the path you have travelled prior to initiating counselling. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in establishing goals towards your personal growth.
Welcome! I am an experienced psychotherapist of 21 years with experience in mental health, addiction, physical health trauma and family counselling. I work from a person-centred philosophy believing that strength lies within everyone, though sometimes it is hard to find. I work with clients in both short and longer-term capacities using a variety of methodologies. Most importantly, I am personable and respectful of the path you have travelled prior to initiating counselling. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in establishing goals towards your personal growth.
Hello, and Welcome to our page! Our practice specializes in Addiction, Anxiety, Stabilizing emotions, Depression, Sexual and Physical Abuse, Family/Relationships problems, and self-esteem. Not only can we assist you by giving you tools that you can use to cope with your day-to-day mental health struggles, but we can help you find the root of the cause. We are a team of Psychotherapists and Social Workers combined we have over 25+years of experience working with clients that have challenges with their past trauma that comes up and their overall mental health that is affecting their quality of life.
Hello, and Welcome to our page! Our practice specializes in Addiction, Anxiety, Stabilizing emotions, Depression, Sexual and Physical Abuse, Family/Relationships problems, and self-esteem. Not only can we assist you by giving you tools that you can use to cope with your day-to-day mental health struggles, but we can help you find the root of the cause. We are a team of Psychotherapists and Social Workers combined we have over 25+years of experience working with clients that have challenges with their past trauma that comes up and their overall mental health that is affecting their quality of life.
I've spent the last 10 years working with individuals struggling with mental health and addiction concerns. I've worked with both adults and youth in diverse settings including residential treatment, community based agencies, shelters, hospitals and clinics. This has provided me with invaluable first hand experience working with both the individuals struggling as well as the countless service providers including but not limited to doctors, nurses, child protection services and probation.
I've spent the last 10 years working with individuals struggling with mental health and addiction concerns. I've worked with both adults and youth in diverse settings including residential treatment, community based agencies, shelters, hospitals and clinics. This has provided me with invaluable first hand experience working with both the individuals struggling as well as the countless service providers including but not limited to doctors, nurses, child protection services and probation.
Romana Hrivnakova
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
I have over 14 years of experience in the field of addiction, trauma, and mental health.
Unresolved trauma, attachment injury, and old emotional wounds from the past create a fractured foundation. They affect our sense of self, make us feel empty inside, and lead us to believe that there is something terribly wrong with us. However, some symptoms that we experience as adults, such as excessive self-blame, addictive behaviours, anxiety, depression, a constant need to please others, sensitivity to rejection, and being easily overwhelmed, are caused by what failed to happen for us in childhood. Let me help you explore the part of you that was hurt and still carries the trauma and suffering.
I have over 14 years of experience in the field of addiction, trauma, and mental health.
Unresolved trauma, attachment injury, and old emotional wounds from the past create a fractured foundation. They affect our sense of self, make us feel empty inside, and lead us to believe that there is something terribly wrong with us. However, some symptoms that we experience as adults, such as excessive self-blame, addictive behaviours, anxiety, depression, a constant need to please others, sensitivity to rejection, and being easily overwhelmed, are caused by what failed to happen for us in childhood. Let me help you explore the part of you that was hurt and still carries the trauma and suffering.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile! My passion is to create a safe and welcoming place for my clients to explore, reflect, and build skills to deal with life's challenges. With a holistic framework and a person-centered approach, I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, self-esteem, eating disorders and various other areas impacting mental health and well-being.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile! My passion is to create a safe and welcoming place for my clients to explore, reflect, and build skills to deal with life's challenges. With a holistic framework and a person-centered approach, I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, self-esteem, eating disorders and various other areas impacting mental health and well-being.
I'm passionate about working with people who are willing to create movement and change in their lives; change that will promote a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. I believe that we are all able to improve our relationships - both with ourselves and with others. By successfully working towards reaching our goals and by trusting ourselves, we learn to listen to our inner guidance. Whether you are facing anxiety, stress, challenging relationships, sexuality issues, trauma, grief & loss, addiction, anger, shame, a difficult life transition or crisis, depression, or simply want guidance to improve an area of your life.
I'm passionate about working with people who are willing to create movement and change in their lives; change that will promote a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. I believe that we are all able to improve our relationships - both with ourselves and with others. By successfully working towards reaching our goals and by trusting ourselves, we learn to listen to our inner guidance. Whether you are facing anxiety, stress, challenging relationships, sexuality issues, trauma, grief & loss, addiction, anger, shame, a difficult life transition or crisis, depression, or simply want guidance to improve an area of your life.
Kathrine Brown has developed the Conscious Weight Loss® coaching process, hosts the Conscious Weight Loss Podcast and authors the Wisdom Bites™ blog. She is a weight loss expert from the perspectives of personal evolution, harm reduction and unconditional love. Through her process, she has helped people all over the world live bigger lives in smaller bodies. Kathrine has been teaching her innovative approach since 2002, specializing in working with those struggling with binge eating, food addiction, body image or self-sabotage. On this, she speaks from deep personal experience.
Kathrine Brown has developed the Conscious Weight Loss® coaching process, hosts the Conscious Weight Loss Podcast and authors the Wisdom Bites™ blog. She is a weight loss expert from the perspectives of personal evolution, harm reduction and unconditional love. Through her process, she has helped people all over the world live bigger lives in smaller bodies. Kathrine has been teaching her innovative approach since 2002, specializing in working with those struggling with binge eating, food addiction, body image or self-sabotage. On this, she speaks from deep personal experience.
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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.