Psychotherapy is considered the cornerstone of substance abuse treatment, both at the individual and group level. In individual therapy, a qualified counselor takes a methodological approach to help the client stop or reduce drug abuse, understand the origins of the drug abuse and environmental triggers, develop a sustainable recovery plan and build communication and social skills. This helps the client have a better life experience overall. Some of the most common psychotherapy methods that have proven effective in this area are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), contingency management and motivational enhancement therapy.
When considering an outpatient program, clients and their loved ones can learn more about the methodologies used during psychotherapy sessions. Group counseling usually occurs in addition to individual counseling. This form of treatment is effective in helping clients develop and sharpen communication and social skills as they interact with one another. In a group, members must exercise social etiquette, listening skills and patience. The combination of individual and group therapy provides an intensive form of treatment and can help prepare recovering individuals for successful drug-free lives.
In most cases, treatment will consist of therapeutic options, such as:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Group therapy
- Individual therapy
- Family therapy
In most cases, treatment will consist of therapeutic options, such as:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Group therapy
- Individual therapy
- Family therapy
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