Behavioral therapy has become increasingly preferred as a primary treatment tool for addiction in Lena because it can help stop the cycle of abuse by changing a person's thought process and behavior patterns. Those things which once triggered someones addiction doesn't bring about the same type of response after successful behavioral therapy, and it can also help improve the participant's overall coping and life skills so they can have a happier, more successful life.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy can help isolate problem areas and destructive behaviors and help the person learn how to handle these behaviors and problems more effectively through the development of healthier coping mechanisms. Motivational Enhancement Therapy deals with primarily an individual's doubt and uncertainty toward treatment and effectively handling their addiction issues. In essence this type of behavioral therapy persuades the person to change their mindset about their addiction so they can benefit from treatment and receive it of their own will. Family Behavior Therapy can assist adults and adolescents to address substance abuse and dual-diagnosis disorders, and helps encourage families in the recovery process so that improving the home environment is also a primary focus. This form of behavioral treatment has been found to be more effective than just basic counseling, especially for adolescents with behavior and conduct disorders.