Group psychological treatments: a therapeutic tool for change in people with substance addiction

abstract

In this article, we will describe two group psychological treatment experiences (Matrix and Marlatt and Gordon) carried out in Addictive Behavior Units within the public addiction network of the Valencian Community. Both units share common characteristics, such as the staff that makes up the therapeutic team, and both have the necessary and adequate infrastructure to carry out this type of treatment.
In the context of addictions, group psychological interventions are a very powerful therapeutic tool in change processes. The text reviews the fundamental psychological components of group therapies in general and the models presented in particular. The simultaneous use of groups with individual interventions and pharmacological treatments is considered the optimal multicomponent treatment option. Our review aims to endorse and recommend the development and application of group therapies in all Addictive Behavior Units.

Keywords:

Group therapy, psychological treatment, relapse prevention, change processes, withdrawal.

Received date

04/09/2025

Accepted date

10/12/2025

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Authors

Rosa Sierra Serrano - UCA Padre Porta. Departamento València Clínico-Malvarrosa. Generalitat Valenciana. España
Carmina Palau Muñoz - UCA La Coma-Paterna. Departamento València Arnau de Villanova-Llíria. Generalitat Valenciana. España
Teresa Orengo Caus - UCA Padre Porta. Departamento València Clínico-Malvarrosa. Generalitat Valenciana. España
Amparo Sánchez Mañez - Unidad de Alcohología . Departamento Valencia La Fe. Generalitat Valenciana. España

DOI

https://doi.org/10.54108/10125