Addiction is a complex disease that can affect many areas of a person’s life. Has your substance use impacted your ability to socialize, your physical and mental health or caused consequences at work, home or with the law? Therapy provides individuals with education regarding their addiction, relapse, and the recovery processes, and helps them learn about healthy coping and communication skills, as well as how to build and establish a supportive recovery network. Treatment can help heal shame and guilt, and build trust and a positive self-image. Furthermore, it helps the patient explore motives, triggers, and warning signs for substance abuse they may not have been aware of.