People struggling with drug and alcohol addiction need support. It’s impossible to overcome such a powerful addiction and its consequences of it by yourself. For that reason, group therapy is an important part of addiction recovery.
Our group therapy at Beachcomber’s drug and alcohol outpatient rehab is built on the premise that recovery happens with other people. And while it is often appropriate to have individual counseling, mentorship, or treatment plans, group therapy is an important part of addiction recovery.
What is Group Therapy?
Simply put, group therapy is any type of therapy that involves two or more individuals at a time (in addition to the therapist). This can be a small or large group, depending on the setting.
Group therapy can also be open or closed—meaning that new people can drop in and join or they cannot. Group therapy will differ based on the purpose of the group and focus on specific areas of growth.
The one thing that is unique about group therapy is that it brings together people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are all struggling with the same addiction. This is a powerful place to move forward in healing and freedom.
Benefits of Group Therapy for Addiction Recovery
Research has shown that group therapy is a powerful tool for alcohol and drug addiction recovery. There are a few reasons why group therapy at Delray Beach is so effective. Here are some of the benefits of group therapy for addiction recovery:
- Sense of belonging: Many people struggling with alcohol or drug addiction isolate themselves from family or friends. They feel disconnected or, even worse, have damaged relationships. Group therapy provides a new sense of connection and belonging with other people who share the same struggles.
- Support: Again, because everyone is going through the same struggles, there is a real sense of support in a group therapy setting. Even just realizing that you might be a support to someone else can encourage someone to continue working on their own struggles.
- Communication skills: The group therapy setting is a safe place to practice being open, honest, and assertive. These skills can then be applied to other relationships as they move on from their group therapy.
· Different perspectives: Instead of staying in their own little life and bubble, participants learn from those in the group therapy with them. LGBT Group Therapy brings together people from a wide variety of backgrounds. This helps participants look at something from a new angle or provide context to how other people are managing it.
Group therapy at a drug and alcohol outpatient rehab has so many benefits. It is a safe place for support, growth, and healing. At Beachcomber group therapy Delray Beach, we have a number of outpatient groups that meet, including our relapse prevention group therapy program and the drug and alcohol outpatient rehab program.If you have more questions about group therapy in Delray Beach or which program might be best for you, contact us today with any questions or concerns you might have.
