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Psychotherapy involves therapist-lead interventions for people struggling with unhealthy drug and alcohol use. These interventions may take place in small groups or one-on-one with a counselor. There are multiple forms of addiction therapy services, many of which are very helpful in treating addiction. If you seek recovery from alcohol or drug abuse, therapy should play a large role in your substance abuse treatment program.

Need to know more about addiction therapy programs and other mental health therapy programs? Call us today at 866.262.0531.

What Is Psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy treatment program in PortlandPsychotherapy involves treating a mental disorder, like addiction, without medication. Instead, it uses techniques to improve an individual’s psychological state. There are many types of training, education, and licensing that therapists can receive in order to qualify to do this work.

Psychotherapy is a research-backed mental health treatment. Studies have shown that it can be effective in treating a variety of mental disorders, including addiction, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and more.

Psychotherapy can be done in individual, group, or family sessions. It usually lasts for a short period of time, but some people continue therapy for much longer.

The therapist’s job is to help the individual understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They do this by exploring the past and present, as well as setting goals for the future. The therapist will also teach coping and problem-solving skills.

Psychotherapy is not a quick fix, but it can be an effective treatment for mental disorders. It can help people understand themselves better and make positive changes in their lives.

In an addiction treatment program, psychotherapy may be led by:

  • Psychologists
  • Psychiatrists
  • Clinical social workers
  • Mental health counselors
  • Marriage and family therapists
  • Occupational therapists
  • Addiction counselors
  • Others

How Therapy Helps with Mental Health Disorders Such as Drug and Alcohol Addiction

Experts now understand that addiction is a disease of the brain. In fact, the roots of your addiction may be genetic.

However you developed your addiction, there’s now proof that addiction changes how the brain works. This means that, like any disease, you can’t simply heal your addiction by yourself. You need the help of professionals who know how to help the brain return to normal functioning. If you just go cold turkey on your own, you’re not fixing your brain’s function or the underlying issues, so you’re more likely to relapse.

There are many ways therapy can help you in recovery. Some of those ways include:

  • Giving you a safe trusted place to talk about your current issues, problems, as well as how you developed your addiction in the first place. You’ll also be able to build friendships with peers in recovery while in treatment. These individuals often have similar feelings, helping you to feel less alone.
  • Promoting working through past experiences and events so you can release them. In this way, you’ll also begin gaining a sense of personal power and increased self-esteem.
  • Teaching you coping skills so you can work through problems without abusing drugs or alcohol. In this way, you’ll also learn more about what life in recovery is really like, including how to find enjoyment in everyday activities again.
  • Showing you what honest, trusted relationships are, so you can build new relationships on that model.

Types of Therapy Used in Addiction Treatment

Addiction treatment programs all over the United States use psychotherapy to help patients achieve lasting recovery. You’ll likely grow to enjoy your therapy sessions. Like countless others, you may even find yourself using therapy long after rehab to keep your sobriety strong.

Types of therapy your rehab may use include:

Strong Therapist, Strong Will, Strong Recovery

Crestview Recovery in Portland, Oregon includes the therapies you need as part of a personalized addiction treatment program. In fact, at Crestview Recovery you can enjoy therapeutic activities like whitewater rafting, skiing, and snowboarding. Therapy is a chance to open your eyes to new ways of living your sober life. Through therapy, you can learn to enjoy yourself and make strong friendships that don’t center on substance abuse.

What to Expect on Your First Day of Rehab

When you enter treatment, our first priority is to make you feel as comfortable and welcome as possible when you arrive. You will literally be greeted at the door by members of our caring treatment team who will guide you through the intake process.

If you’re ready to treat addiction or another mental health disorder and gain a fresh start in life, call Crestview Recovery at 866.262.0531. You can get better, with the right help.