Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
CBT explores the connection between thoughts, emotions and actions. In addiction treatment, it focuses on recognizing patterns and working toward changes in thinking and behavior.
Treatment Approaches
Explore therapy techniques, education, medication and peer recovery support described by Emory Recovery Center. Your care team can explain which approaches may fit your treatment needs.
How care is delivered
Individual, group and family therapy describe who takes part. Treatment approaches describe the techniques and supports used within a care plan.
Explore treatment approaches
Learn more on each dedicated page, then discuss options with your care team.
Explore CBT
Trauma-informed care
Trauma-informed care considers how past experiences may affect well-being and behavior. Explore the care overview and ask the clinical team how a trauma-informed approach fits your needs.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
Medication may be considered alongside clinical therapy to address cravings and withdrawal. The medical team assesses suitability based on individual needs; MAT is not a fit for everyone.
12-step and peer support
Recovery networks offer community and connection during and after treatment. Resources include spiritually based 12-step programs such as AA and NA, and other peer resources including Refuge Recovery. One pathway does not suit everyone.
Learning is part of recovery
Psychoeducation
Also described as didactic therapy, this educational approach explores substance use, warning signs and the effects of addiction. Learning and discussion may take place in group or individual settings.
Additional treatment approaches
Your care team can explain which options are currently available and appropriate for your treatment.
Motivational interviewing
Supportive conversation explores the role of substance use in a person’s life. This strengths-based approach involves working with the care team to clarify goals and build an individualized treatment plan.
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
This approach focuses on awareness of everyday thoughts and emotions. It uses nonjudgmental attention and acceptance to explore experiences that may be connected to substance use.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
Learn about EMDR, a psychotherapy approach focused on traumatic experiences and life events that may relate to addictive behavior. Ask the care team about current availability and suitability.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
DBT brings together present-moment awareness, acceptance and problem-solving, with a focus on coping with everyday stress and emotions.
An approach should fit your needs
There is no single approach for everyone. Speak with admissions about treatment programs and ask the clinical team about the approaches used in your care.