Addiction requires individualized treatments and modalities that address the symptoms and underlying causes of the disease, as well as the consequences that substance use has on different areas of a person’s life. This includes their ability to socialize, their physical and mental health, and consequences at work, home, school, or with the law. There are many types of therapy available to effectively treat addiction.

Psychotherapy is an effective treatment option for people with addiction because it can help them: recognize the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors related to their substance use. manage strong emotions, such as stress, that can trigger substance use.

Behavioral therapy is the most commonly utilized type of treatment for addiction that is frequently used during substance rehabilitation. A general behavioral therapeutic approach has been adapted into a variety of effective techniques