Samuel Acuff

The Addiction Psychologist

Samuel Acuff

  • Dr. Barbara McCrady - Alcohol Behavioral Couple Therapy

Dr. Barbara McCrady - Alcohol Behavioral Couple Therapy

Monday 7th February 2022

Discover how Alcohol Behavioral Couples Therapy uses relationships to support sobriety with Dr. Barbara McCrady on 'The Addiction Psychologist'.
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The Addiction Psychologist
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Samuel Acuff
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
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Strengthening Bonds: Alcohol Behavioral Couples Therapy with Dr. Barbara McCrady

Agreed, get family involved, and it is a whole developed treatment, but you can use pieces of it, but get families involved in the treatment and it's a little scary at first, but it's incredibly fun and incredibly rewarding and you're going to get better outcomes.
Ever wondered how your relationship could be a key player in your journey to sobriety? In this episode of 'The Addiction Psychologist', Dr. Barbara McCrady, Professor Emerita of Psychology, shares her extensive research on Alcohol Behavioral Couples Therapy (ABCT). She explains how this innovative therapy uses the power of intimate relationships to help individuals change their drinking habits. Dr. McCrady delves into how ABCT works by enhancing the couple's relationship and leveraging the partner's support to foster behavior change.
She also highlights the importance of finding a therapist who fits well with your needs and the role of policymakers in setting evidence-based standards of care. If you're curious about how your partnership can aid in recovery, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.