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Online Treatment

At the time of writing this, there are 8,550,000 hit on Goggle for "addiction recovery online"Incredible. Keeping in mind some of those are repeated, some are products, some are spam sites and so on....that's a huge number .Traditional face to face treatment has long been and still is the standard for treatment and support in recovery. It's tough to break from tradition. But for some, it's the best option.

Whether isolated, unavailable or uncomfortable, traditional meetings are not possible. For some, the only available meeting may be AA. Difficulty with location, group make up or philosophy may prompt someone in need to not seek help and support.In the age of the Internet, it does not have to be that way. Even if you are a member of a "real life" support group, online treatment and or support can provide a important supplement to recovery. It is a very viable option for the home bound or the ill. It is a option for those whose work and family situation makes daily meetings impossible. It is a important tool for those in recovery. For some in recovery, choice is paramount.

The internet has exploded in choices. From around the clock AA meetings to online chat groups, email lists and message boards, the opportunities for someone to reach out for help is more available than ever before. There is a great debate amongst professionals and laymen over the benefits and risks. We'll leave the debating to them.Here is a beginning list of available online treatment programs. Just imagine a SIMS City with a Rehab center.

As with anything, it is always best to do your research before involving yourself with anything online. Information provided here is from it's website profile.

Information on this page is not medical advise. Any and all questions about personal physical and/or mental health should be addressed to a personal care provider.

These are just a few. More will be added soon. There are thousands of individual therapists and counselors who offer their services online. Be sure to research what the credentials are, any accredited institutions of learning they are graduates of, official agencies they are affiliated with.

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My Therapy.net

MyTherapyNet is a truly unique service predicated upon prioritizing the requirements of the mental health profession and infusing sound business principles and practices with the highest level of technology possible. The MyTherapyNet system is continually updated with new technologies and features, and the company is a highly respected leader in the professional communications software market. Unlike most etherapy clinics currently in existence, MyTherapyNet's technology is all proprietary. This means that the various components of the system - billing, accounting, calendaring, communications and supporting technologies, are all built and controlled by MyTherapyNet. This is the only way that the highest level of quality may be assured the users of a system. When a company integrates technology from various companies, security is compromised and there is no way that the clinic can guarantee uncompromised service. MyTherapyNet recognizes and respects the highly sensitive nature of online mental health and provides unparalleled service in every way possible.

Choose 2 Change

Choose 2 Change, Inc., established October 2001 as a California Corporation is located in Riverside, California. Through the latest developments in computing and communication technologies, we can help people addicted to alcohol or other drugs break through the accessibility barriers to traditional treatment so they can access online rehabilitative solutions to life’s challenges. We have spent the past five years developing and preparing lesson materials and designing/programming our online database application, the core of our online counseling services.

We have also partnered with several other organizations to ensure our services meet the federal requirements for confidentiality of the information you entrust to us to safeguard and use only to help you achieve your personal recovery goals.
This online (internet-based) substance abuse counseling program includes individualized professional counseling services provided by licensed counselors and supervised interns. The program provides a private and affordable online social/educational program for the recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. Treatment plans are tailored for each participant and are based on a thorough assessment of each person’s specific needs and goals. Progress is assessed regularly by the counselor as part of the long-term commitment to the recovery program.

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EGetGoing

eGetgoing's mission is to bring high quality, affordable and confidential treatment to a much larger segment of the population, where and when they need it.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) estimates that approximately 27 million Americans either use illicit drugs or are heavy drinkers. Of these, approximately 16 million are currently in need of drug and alcohol abuse treatment. Unfortunately, only 3 million are getting the help they need. Alarmingly, many more individuals are trying unsuccessfully to get help. In fact, approximately 5 million Americans contact traditional treatment centers each year, and yet only 20 percent of those are admitted. Why? Limited treatment center space, high cost, privacy concerns and inconvenience each present significant barriers to access. That's why eGetgoing was developed - to make high quality chemical dependency treatment available to millions in need by eliminating these barriers. Combining 20 years of traditional substance abuse treatment experience with advanced telemedicine and eLearning technologies, eGetgoing has developed an affordable, private and convenient alternative that makes online treatment not only an appealing new option, but also a very effective one, bringing quality treatment to a much larger segment of the population.
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Self-help works.com

These cognitive-based learning programs explore the causes of problem behaviors and provide training on how to change them. The programs are delivered via the Internet as a series of lectures and interactive assignments. Each course lasts from three to five weeks. During the first week participants visit the site almost daily. Thereafter, visits are twice per week. Most sessions require completing an assignment and reading additional site materials. Each session takes approximately an hour. A schedule is provided and emails are sent to remind participants of their next scheduled session. A high speed internet connection is not necessary, as the program delivers content without pause or delay even using a 28k modem. The cost of the course is $39.95 for 3 months. The course lasts for 3 weeks, but the three months gives the user time to take it again and to access other web site features for the full three months.

TeenGet Going

This online substance abuse treatment program geared to the needs of adolescents was developed by the same clinical team that developed EgetGoing. In addition to educational information on alcohol and drugs, teens can join online treatment groups. Two programs are available. The Adolescent Group Treatment Program has 24 live group sessions online facilitated by an experienced counselor. These scheduled groups have 8 - 10 members and meet online twice a week to provide a full treatment program. The Awareness Program is a 12-session assessment and prevention program that teens can take on their own and does not have a live counselor or live group interactions.

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