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Group Therapy for Addiction In St. Louis

Group Therapy Sessions & Peer Support For Recovery

You Don’t Have To Do This Alone. Get Amplified Support In Group Therapy For Addiction in St. Louis

Recovery can feel isolating. You no longer spend your time in the same way; now you need a way to connect with a sober community and learn from those who have gone before ou. Group therapy sessions and immersive peer support communities play a crucial role in the recovery process.
You will find a safe space among others in recovery and connect with individuals who share similar challenges and are working toward similar goals. Together, you can explore shared experiences and learn from one another without judgment. You’re not just another face in a crowd; you’re part of an empowering community.

What is Group Therapy For Addiction in St. Louis?

Group therapy is beneficial for anyone in mental health and substance use recovery. All levels of care offer some group therapy opportunities, usually on a daily basis for several hours. Group therapy for addiction at Engage Wellness takes place at our comfortable and modern treatment facility. Our clinicians and mental health professionals will lead the group treatment process and provide psychoeducational insights.

Navigating addiction isn’t as effective if you attempt to do it all on your own. There are often mental, emotional, legal, financial, and social effects of addiction and recovery that are better addressed with the support and insight of others. We’ve created a community environment that helps everyone involved learn from one another, build meaningful relationships, and enjoy a positive treatment experience.

How (and Why) Group Therapy For Addiction Works

Group therapy provides a structured format for applying recovery solutions. Participants can collaborate on their experiences and help one another safely navigate withdrawal symptoms and cravings.[1]

The reasons group therapy is effective for addiction treatment are extensive. The format offers practical solutions for building and improving interpersonal relationships, focuses on revealing unconscious internal processes, and helps participants understand the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and the resulting behaviors[2]. There are also opportunities for role playing and practising coping skills, uncovering trauma, as well as addressing anxiety, guilt, and other mental health symptoms.

Efficacy of Group Therapy For Addiction in St. Louis

Group therapy is a common core component of evidence-based treatment for alcohol and substance abuse. It’s a proven framework for you or a loved one to navigate substance abuse treatment with valuable community-based support. Studies show that group therapy is as effective as individual therapy, and also provides several tangible advantages, including:[3]

  • Positive peer support
  • Healthy accountability
  • Reduced feelings of isolation
  • Hope to those new to treatment
  • Builds a family of peers
  • Increased discipline and structure
  • Encouragement

What to Expect from Group Therapy For Addiction in St. Louis

  • Meaningful Discussions: In group therapy sessions, clients will engage with others on meaningful topics and relevant experiences that inform their substance use history and influence their recovery.

  • Navigating Emotions: Together, you can navigate emotional exploration, conflict resolution, 12-step programs, abstinence, and psychological growth.[4]

  • Peer Support: Also in the group will be other clients who are in recovery and fighting their own battles with addiction and recovery.

  • Sense of Belonging: Most clients feel a sense of belonging and hope, empowered by the stories and experiences of those around them. It’s a deep time of rebuilding and renewal, paired with practical support and skill building.

Group Therapy For Addiction in St. Louis at Engage Wellness

Every level of care includes opportunities for group therapy. The scope and degree of this format will vary based on individualized treatment plans after your initial evaluation. At Engage Wellness, our clinical healthcare providers will determine the best approach to treatment and prescribe group therapy as needed as part of the following treatment options:

Detox is often the first stage of recovery, where the body and brain are eliminating harmful toxins, and most people experience uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms and cravings. During this time, additional support is essential.

This level of care is part time and flexible, yet still intensive and immersive, supporting true healing while navigating home and work obligations.

Our outpatient care offers long- term support after higher levels of care are over. This program includes weekly group therapy sessions, access to support groups and 12-step modalities, and individualized interventions as needed.

FDA-approved medications for substance use disorder can counteract the euphoric effects of some drugs and help reduce cravings and other withdrawal symptoms to help clients focus on treatment and recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions about Group Therapy For Addiction in St. Louis

Who is not appropriate for group therapy?2025-06-03T22:03:25+00:00

Anyone can participate in group therapy, but it may not be appropriate for those who have an extreme or severe substance use history or who need 24/7 monitoring. However, group therapy will still come into play later in the treatment process, after detoxification or inpatient treatment has been completed.

What therapy other than group therapy is most effective for addiction?2025-06-03T22:02:55+00:00

The most effective therapy for addiction may be different for every person, based on their substance use history and overall treatment goals. Many addiction professionals believe that, along with group therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective interventions. CBT helps you identify harmful behaviors in your thought patterns, where they start, and break them down, piece by piece. Read more about CBT here.

[1][2]Malhotra, A. (2024a, October 29). Group therapy. StatPearls [Internet]. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549812/#article-22447.s3 

[3][4]U.S. National Library of Medicine. (1970, January 1). 1 groups and substance abuse treatment. Substance Abuse Treatment: Group Therapy [Internet]. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK64223/#ch1.s4 

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