Group therapy is a type of psychotherapy that consists of a therapist, psychologist, or certified addiction specialist trained in group therapy who leads a therapy session with a group of individuals who are all experiencing similar troubles. Group therapy in Eads can take place in a rehab program, a church, or similar place where this type of meeting can occur without disturbance. Group therapy is typically a very important aspect of addiction treatment.
If someone is receiving treatment for substance abuse and addiction, group therapy and individualized therapy, when done together, can provide recovery in different ways. Group therapy can help an individual in recovery feel like they are not alone with their problems, troubles, etc. It can help people get over social barriers as well, because it can be difficult for an individual to open up about such deep problems to people they really don't know very well. Once the social awkwardness has lifted, people in group therapy achieve confidence and friendliness with others who are experiencing similar challenges. And even more so, they can share in one another's personal improvements and help each other make the positive improvements they must make to recover by being part of a strong support system.