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Individual Therapy In Florida

Individual therapy in Florida provides a lot of help for those struggling with substance use disorders. First, it helps them understand the source of their addiction. Then, they learn to put it behind them. Anyone considering treatment for their addiction to drugs or alcohol needs quality individual therapy. The Retreat of Broward offers this and more to help people get control of their addiction. 

What is Individual Therapy in Florida Like?  

Individual therapy involves a person receiving one-on-one counseling. Many people assume individual therapy lasts a lifetime. In contrast, how long it lasts depends on the type of therapy. For some people, short-term therapy gives them what they need. 

Alternatively, some people engage in therapy that lasts for months or years. Psychoanalysis can go on for years. However, more modern approaches are used for the treatment of addiction these days. Additionally, a person’s goals and how they progress factor into how long they remain in therapy.  

A popular form of individual therapy is cognitive-behavioral therapy or CBT and dialectical behavioral therapy, or DBT. These work well for people in recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol. In addition, it can help with several kinds of mental health conditions like anxiety and trauma.

CBT, for example, teaches people to change how they think. As a result, their beliefs and feelings also change. Then, their behaviors become impacted by this progress. This can take a person from feeling helpless to resist using substances to someone who can say no. 

The Benefits of Individual Therapy in Florida

Many benefits come from individual therapy. First, a person finds a comfortable setting in which they can talk about their feelings. For many, this may be the first time they’ve experienced this. As well, they can openly discuss past and current behaviors without fear of judgment. Having this safe outlet sets the stage for healing in many areas.

Second, a person begins to gain a real understanding of how they think and feel. Identifying these patterns helps them decide which ones are positive and helpful. Therapists help teach the person to replace unhealthy or negative thoughts and feelings. This results in losing the initial urge to feel hopeless or powerless.

Next, the person can build on the first two benefits in a powerful way. They learn to develop healthy coping skills that become second nature. This proves important when a person in recovery feels an urge to drink or use drugs. Relapse becomes less of a risk because of skills learned in therapy.

Last, individual therapy can help people reduce symptoms related to poor mental health. This includes symptoms that come from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and more. As a matter of fact, lower levels of these types of symptoms have an impact on addiction recovery. People who have less anxiety or depression tend to feel less of an urge to abuse drugs or alcohol.  

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What to Expect When Starting Individual Therapy in Florida

Someone who has not had individual therapy before may wonder what to expect. It begins with an initial intake done by the therapist. They ask the person about their life history and background. They identify any current events that may need to be addressed. This gives them an overview of the person’s history and current life.

Then, the therapist and client set treatment goals together. For those dealing with addiction, one goal will center around staying sober. Furthermore, those dealing with mental health conditions will set other goals. For example, they will look for ways to reduce symptoms of mental illness. This allows them to enjoy better mental health. 

As therapy progresses, the therapist and client will go over the progress that’s been made. They may set new goals or change direction where progress has not yet been made. 

The client will be made to feel part of the healing process instead of just following orders. In fact, individual therapy in Florida isn’t just about the therapist guiding the client during treatment. After all, therapy will eventually end and the client will need to stand on their own. With this in mind, the therapist teaches the person to take care of themselves in the future. They will be able to apply the lessons learned during therapy whenever any challenges come up.      

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Who Provides Individual Therapy?

Someone who has extensive education in the field of therapy conducts individual therapy. Additionally, they retain any licensing required in their state. Therapy can be led by:

  • Marriage and family therapists
  • Psychologists
  • Psychiatrists
  • Psychiatric nurse practitioners
  • Licensed clinical social workers  

Some therapy may be conducted by students under the supervision of a licensed therapist. Some therapists specialize in addiction therapy. However, this is not necessary to provide impactful help for those recovering from addiction.

Addiction Treatment and Individual Therapy in Florida   

Addiction takes a real toll on a person’s life. Therapy—whether group, family, or individual—plays a big part in any treatment program. The Retreat of Broward offers individual therapy in Florida that helps you get a true grasp on how to heal from addiction. In addition, our detox services cover alcohol and many types of drugs. As a result of both, you become ready to put addiction behind you. Make today the day you visit our admissions page and get started on a healthy new life. 

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Tara R.

Would recommend this detox to anyone needing help! The place is nice and clean. Couldnt have asked for such a better place to come to . The staff is amazing. They really do care. ❤

Lexxi L

The Retreat of Broward is DEFINITELY the BEST detox I have EVER been to, hands down. If you are in the need of detox Come Here!! The staff is amazingly supportive and your symptoms of withdrawal are taken care of soon after admission and is managed properly throughout your stay to ensure you are comfortable right through til discharge. MK is an amazing case manager who helps with any outside issues from legal issues to aftercare plans and everything in between. Adam is a lead tech who was able to calm me down during my outbursts and keep me safe in detox multiple times when I wanted to leave and use. Q is also amazing- I call her 'The Addict Whisperer' as she speaks to us clients on a level that we need during this process. I recommend The Retreat to everyone I meet. I only have positive things to stay. We go on outings that help get us out to getting our nails done and the movies. If you are trying to pick or decide on a detox this is the one.
 
 

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I would recommend The Retreat of Broward to anybody who is looking for help & wants to get sober. The staff is amazing and always helpful. Q & Michelle go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable here and I know if i ever needed someone to talk to they are there for me. If you want to get clean and have a better life, this is the place to come! 🙂
 
 

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The staff is very welcoming and positive. Very clean facility and well run. If you are in need of detox I would highly suggest going there. I would recommended to any family or friends.
 
 

Whitney P.

I've been a client here a few times, its absolutely wonderful, I refuse to go anywhere else for detox. They've taught me so much in my recovery process, sent me to the best treatment centers possible. The staff is indescribably amazing, to the BHT's, nurses, head staff, therapist & directors. They have done even as answered my calls at 4 in the morning and got me flights in an hours time. I'm so blessed and thankful to have found The retreat of Broward. If you are searching for a detox THIS is this place! I love you retreat! Thank you for everything!
 
 
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