Group therapy is a form of treatment that involves a psychologist, therapist, or certified addiction professional experienced in group therapy who guides a therapy session with a group of people who are all experiencing similar troubles. Group therapy in Coy can take place in a treatment facility, a church, or similar setting where this type of meeting can happen without distraction. Group therapy is typically a fundamental component of drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
If an individual is receiving treatment for alcohol or drug addiction, group therapy and individual therapy, when combined, can provide healing in several ways. Group therapy can help the person in rehab feel like they are not alone and have support for their problems, frustrations, troubles, etc. Group therapy can help someone overcome social barriers as well, since it can be challenging for the person to be open about such deep issues to people they really don't know very well. Once the shyness has faded, individuals in group therapy acquire clarity and affinity with people who are facing similar problems. And even more so, they can share in each other's progress and help one another make the positive improvements they should make to recover by being part of a robust support system.