Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Addiction recovery should be about more than quitting substance abuse. It is about complete healing and making a lasting lifestyle change that leads to a happier and healthier life. At Clearbrook Treatment Centers, we believe that addiction is often rooted in underlying mental health problems and that the only way for recovering addicts to achieve long-term sobriety is by addressing these problems in treatment.  

In order to set our patients up for success, we offer a diverse selection of programming meant to address every unique issue related to substance abuse problemsTheir programs and therapies range from proven, evidence-based practices to alternative approaches to recovery. Some of our programmings include wilderness therapy for addiction, the 12 steps, art therapy, and cognitivebehavioral therapy 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitivebehavioral therapy (CBT) is a common therapy technique used to address a variety of mental health issues as well as substance abuse. The goal of CBT is to change the way the patient thinks. Often people with mental health problems have self-destructive and negative thought patterns that can prevent them from progressing or hinder their progress. These thoughts can lead to unhealthy behaviors that can also exacerbate their issues. During a therapy session, a trained therapist can help the patient find the fault in their logic so that they can change their thoughts and behaviors in order to finally move forward. Cognitivebehavioral therapy can also help patients with their emotional regulation and coping strategies. CBT is offered at both our Clearbrook Massachusetts and Clearbrook Pennsylvania

Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Treat Addiction

In particular, cognitive behavioral therapy for addiction focuses on helping the addict understand the destructive thoughts and behaviors that may be causing their substance abuse problems. At our inpatient center, we use CBT to help addicts with a variety of different issues.  

Not only do addicts develop a physical dependence on their chosen drugs, but they also often struggle with psychological dependence as well. Addicts may come to believe that drugs or alcohol are helping ease their pain or solve their problems, but in reality, these substances are usually making it worse. CBT for addiction can help addicts see the fault in their thinking so that they can quit.   

Addiction may also be the direct result of an underlying mental health issue; CBT is designed to help patients improve their overall health. Once their mental health improves, patients will be less likely to want to turn to drugs for alcohol help.  

Cognitivebehavioral therapy is often beneficial for recovering addicts because it can prepare them for life outside of treatment. Many addicts in recovery struggle with addiction cravings and high stress that may lead them to relapse. Instead of giving in to these urges, CBT for addiction can teach people in recovery better ways to deal with their cravings and manage their stress levels.  

Addiction affects multiple facets of a person’s life, so treatment should too. Everyone is unique, so we create individualized treatment plans that change based on the patient’s recovery journey.  If you or someone you love is ready to take that first step to sobriety, our Northeast addictions treatment center is here to help you with your recovery journey.