Therapy
Various therapies will be employed throughout the recovery process to assist you in overcoming cravings, avoiding relapses, and being clean for the rest of your life.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy for addiction consists of one-on-one sessions with a health practitioner. During these sessions, you will look at yourself, your addiction, and the impact it has had on your psyche. This personal education can be a great tool in assisting you in healing.
Your therapist will also assist you in determining your addiction triggers. Then, after you’ve identified them, the therapist will teach you how to cope with (or eradicate) them in a healthy rather than destructive manner.
An addiction specialist will tailor the right sorts of therapy to your specific needs. Therapy can take various forms, but studies show that behavioral therapies are the most helpful in treating addictions. 3? Cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing are two of the most commonly employed behavioral therapies in this scenario.
Sessions can occur in the therapist’s office or any place you and your therapist can communicate quietly. While the length and frequency of these sessions vary, most people see their therapist once a week for one hour.
Family Counseling
According to research, involving family and friends in the teaching process enhances rehab outcomes dramatically. 4? As a result, many addiction treatment centers include family therapy as part of their program.
Addictive behaviors in loved ones frequently have a profound impact on family members. Family counseling provides a secure environment for everyone to express their complaints and for your family members to realize how they may have enabled or contributed to your addiction. Recognizing and processing these complex, sometimes painful emotions is essential for healing and continued growth.
Your family members will also learn about the complexities of addiction and how to help you best once you leave the rehab facility during family therapy.