Therapy is an excellent tool when it comes to the management and treatment of mental health conditions, especially substance use disorder. The two main types of therapy are group and individual. Each one serves a different purpose and may be used together or one at a time during addiction treatment. Understanding the different therapy methods will help you be better prepared for your treatment plan.
Understanding Group Therapy
Group therapy is exactly what it sounds like: therapy done in a group of people. It is conducted with the mediation of a therapist, who serves as a neutral party that guides the discussion. Group therapy is beneficial because it allows you to interact and converse with people who are in a similar situation.
This community building is incredibly beneficial for you during addiction treatment because it gives you a sober support system. Meeting with a group can also open you up to new perspectives for recovery and coping that you may not have thought of previously. Meeting regularly with a group can also keep you accountable throughout sobriety. Whether you’re participating in group therapy during inpatient treatment or an outpatient program, it is beneficial for maintaining support and motivation.
Basics of Individual Therapy
Individual therapy can help you break down your addiction to its core and examine how to heal. This mode of therapy is done one on one with a licensed therapist and typically operates in 30 minute to an hour long sessions.
When in individual therapy you converse directly with your therapist and they help you determine coping mechanisms and sobriety skills that will help you avoid relapse and carry forward momentum.
During individual therapy, you may have the opportunity to include your family or significant other. If your therapist determines that this would benefit your recovery, they will help you reach out and invite your loved one(s). Together, you will work through your addiction and how it impacts your relationships with others.
Open Yourself to Discussion
Talking about your recovery journey and your experience with addiction can be more healing than you think. Getting your thoughts out of your head and verbalizing them can help you make realizations about your addiction and sobriety. With both group and individual therapy, you get what you give. If you want to get the most out of it you should come prepared to be open and honest with yourself, your therapist, and others in your group.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your recovery, give Solution Based Treatment a call. We offer group and individual therapy in all levels of care. We offer detox, residential rehab, as well as intensive outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization programs. There’s a program for all walks of life – don’t let the unknown hold you back.
About Solution Based Treatment
Solution Based Treatment is a national leader in detox and rehab programs. We offer inpatient medical detox, substance rehab, intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization programs, faith-based recovery, and sober living options. We maintain a 2:1 client to staff ratio to offer the best support possible to our patients within upscale living environments. At Solution Based Treatment, we support better living for brighter futures, all starting with our detox and rehab services. For more information visit our website at solutionbasedtreatment.com or give us a call at (833) 999-1941.