Therapies for Substance Use Disorder Treatment

The complex nature of substance use disorder, in which multiple aspects of life are impacted, necessitates treatment approaches that include a variety of components. One of the most common components of effective substance use disorder treatment is behavioral therapy.^1,2

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Behavioral therapy is a big part of addiction treatment. It helps you notice patterns, manage triggers, and start to rebuild relationships.
• At AdCare, you will find options like CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, group and family therapy, 12-Step support, ACT, and Seeking Safety for trauma and PTSD.
• Therapy and medication can work well together. Many people find that using both gives them a better chance at recovery than either one alone.
• If you are also dealing with depression, anxiety, or PTSD, treatment can address those at the same time as substance use.
• Most insurance plans cover therapy as part of addiction treatment. If you want to check your coverage, you can call for a free, confidential benefits check.

Therapy and Addiction Treatment

Behavioral therapy is commonly used in multiple levels of addiction treatment and has been shown to provide several benefits, including the following:²

• Helping you engage and stay in substance use treatment
• Helping you find motivation to stay sober
• Supporting you as you change habits and attitudes around substance use
• Building skills to handle cravings, triggers, and tough emotions
• Helping you communicate better and strengthen relationships
• Giving you new ways to cope with stress and conflict

Therapy for substance use disorder is often a part of a comprehensive treatment plan that may also involve medication for addiction treatment (MAT). When used together, treatment outcomes generally appear more effective than when only one or the other approach is used alone.²

Behavioral therapy may take place in individual and group settings and can encompass many different types of therapy.² Some of the most common types of therapy used in addiction treatment are described below.

At AdCare, each of these therapies is conducted by licensed treatment providers who care deeply about each individual’s recovery journey.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioral therapy helps you identify problematic thoughts and behaviors, challenge those thoughts, and find healthier ways of viewing situations. ^2,3

CBT looks at what leads you to use substances and helps you build ways to cope. It is one of the most studied and helpful therapies for recovery.²

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical behavior therapy helps you pursue a life worth living by balancing two goals: change and acceptance. DBT teaches you to tolerate difficult emotions without becoming overwhelmed, which improves your ability to process information and solve problems. This skill is especially valuable in addiction recovery, where painful emotions can trigger relapse.⁴

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Motivational interviewing is a supportive, person-centered approach that helps you resolve ambivalence about change and discover your own internal motivations. MI engages you, helps you focus on your goals, draws out your own ideas about how to change, and supports you in planning for that change.⁵

Group Therapy

Group therapy is used extensively at AdCare. Led by a trained professional, groups promote social support, reduce stigma and isolation, build communication and interpersonal skills, and encourage recovery-oriented coping strategies. Groups may include peers, couples, or families and can focus on specific topics or goals.⁶

Family Systems Therapy

Family therapy looks at how everyone in a family affects each other. Addiction can hurt families, but families can also help recovery. Bringing loved ones into therapy can help rebuild trust and improve how everyone communicates.⁷

12-Step Facilitation Groups

12-Step facilitation groups are based on the idea that addiction is a chronic disease requiring ongoing work and support from others. The process promotes accountability, spiritual growth, improved relationships, and helping others in recovery. These groups meet regularly at AdCare to provide support and accountability.⁸

Therapy and Co-Occurring Disorders

Other mental health disorders such as depression or anxiety commonly co-occur with substance use disorders. It is important for addiction treatment programs to be able to treat both disorders simultaneously.⁹

At AdCare, we specialize in treating co-occurring disorders by integrating mental health treatment and substance use disorder treatment. In addition to the various behavioral therapies described above, we also employ acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).

Acceptance and commitment therapy has been found highly effective for substance use disorders and various mental health disorders. This therapy aims to teach a person to accept substance misuse urges and symptoms associated with them instead of trying to avoid them.¹⁰

Additionally, ACT teaches a person how to become psychologically flexible and use interventions to reduce the urges and symptoms without becoming judgmental towards themselves.¹⁰

Another option is our Seeking Safety group, which is an evidence-based treatment approach designed for people with addiction and co-occurring post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other past trauma.

Does Insurance Cover Therapy During Treatment?

Yes, most insurance plans provide some level of coverage for comprehensive addiction treatment, which usually includes therapy as a core component. Substance use treatment and other mental and behavioral health treatment services are considered essential health benefits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).¹¹

The level of coverage will depend on your specific insurance company and plan. To instantly check your insurance coverage for addiction treatment, simply complete our .

Addiction Treatment & Therapy at AdCare

At AdCare Treatment Centers, our treatment team is committed to excellence. Licensed clinical providers deliver patient-centered care, such as therapy for addiction, with compassion and understanding.

AdCare offers multiple levels of care for addiction treatment at our locations across New England. Whether you are looking for an alcohol rehab in Rhode Island or a drug rehab in Massachusetts, several convenient locations are available.

To start your recovery process and begin treatment at AdCare, call now to speak with an admissions navigator. They can answer any questions you may have and walk you through the rehab admissions process.

FAQs