Where to Look for an Addiction Therapist?

Question by Marilyn: Where to look for an addiction therapist?
My boyfriend is a drug addict. He had been clean for the past 4 years but recently relapsed for a couple weeks. I do not want to go through another relapse with him, I would like to get him to see some sort of addiction therapist. I’m not sure where to look. He says he would like to talk to someone to figure out how to deal with his problems (he definitely has a few). But I’m not sure where to start.
Thanks everyone

Best answer:

Answer by Erin
Hi there, first, I’d suggest that he start going to AA & NA meetings everyday. It’s human to fall down, and I’m glad he has a girlfriend that is so compassionate about the situation, but don’t forget to take care of yourself. I suggest that you attend a few co-dependant meetings as well.

Therapy might work for some people, but in my experience, a 12 step program works much better, or in-patient rehab works. I also understand that a relapse doesn’t really warrent a rehab for the most part.

If I were you, and wanted to find a therapist I’d probably do a search for addiction counseling in your area. If in doubt, you can always call a counselor and get a referal. But again, I think it might be really beneficial for him to attend meetings, and for you take care of yourself as well!

EDIT: I just thought of something else… call a drug rehab. They typically have out-patient type programs with group therapy or they can definately refer you to an addiction specialist.

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