Motivational Enhancement Therapy
in Los Angeles
Understanding
Motivational Enhancement Therapy
Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) is a powerful, evidence-based approach designed to help individuals overcome ambivalence about changing their substance use behaviors. At Rise in Glendale Sobriety Center, we utilize MET as part of our comprehensive treatment offerings to help clients build internal motivation for lasting recovery.
According to a landmark study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, MET has shown significant effectiveness in treating alcohol use disorders, with participants demonstrating reduced drinking and improved outcomes compared to control groups.
MET focuses on rapidly identifying reasons for change and building motivation through specialized therapeutic techniques, making it particularly effective for those who may be uncertain about their readiness to overcome addiction.
How Motivational Enhancement Therapy
Works
Our licensed addiction therapists and counselors implement MET through a structured approach that typically includes:
- Initial assessment to understand your relationship with substances
- Feedback sessions to explore ambivalence about change
- Development of clear change strategies
- Building and strengthening motivation
- Creation of a concrete plan for implementing change
Research from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) found that MET’s non-confrontational approach was particularly effective for individuals who displayed higher resistance to treatment.
Unlike more confrontational approaches, MET creates a supportive, empathetic environment where clients can explore their own reasons for change at their own pace.
Who Benefits From
Motivational Enhancement Therapy
MET has proven especially effective for individuals struggling with:
- Alcohol addiction
- Opioid dependency
- Benzodiazepine use disorders
- Methamphetamine addiction
- Prescription drug abuse
- Multiple substance use disorders
A comprehensive meta-analysis published in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment found that MET was particularly effective for cannabis use disorders, with a significant reduction in use frequency and severity.
This therapeutic approach is particularly valuable for clients who may be in the early stages of considering change or who have experienced ambivalence about recovery in previous treatment attempts.
Motivational Enhancement Therapy
as Part of Your Recovery Journey
At Rise Sobriety Center, we integrate MET within our three-phase treatment process:
Phase 1: Medical Detox with Motivational Support
During our medical detox phase, MET principles help clients build initial motivation while safely managing withdrawal symptoms. Our medical team provides support while beginning the motivational work that will continue throughout treatment.
Studies from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) have shown that incorporating motivational approaches during detoxification can significantly improve treatment retention and completion rates.
Phase 2: Comprehensive Treatment Program
MET works synergistically with other evidence-based approaches in our treatment program, including:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- 12-Step Facilitation
- Contingency Management Interventions
Research published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology found that combining MET with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy resulted in better outcomes than either approach alone, with significantly improved abstinence rates at 12-month follow-up.
These combined approaches create a powerful foundation for lasting change.
Phase 3: Motivationally-Enhanced Aftercare
Our aftercare planning incorporates MET principles to ensure you maintain motivation for sobriety after completing residential treatment. We help you identify potential triggers and develop personalized strategies to maintain your commitment to recovery.
A longitudinal study in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology found that motivational enhancement interventions during aftercare reduced relapse rates by up to 25% compared to traditional aftercare programs.
The Rise Sobriety Center
Difference
At our Glendale facility, we’ve created an environment specifically designed to enhance motivation and support recovery:
- Private, comfortable accommodations that promote healing
- Expert team trained in motivational techniques
- Individualized treatment plans addressing your specific needs
- Evidence-based approaches backed by research
- Supportive community of peers on similar recovery journeys
Specialized MET
for Complex Addictions
We offer specialized Motivational Enhancement Therapy approaches for particularly challenging substance use disorders, including:
- Heroin addiction
- Fentanyl dependency
- Polysubstance use
Recent research published in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment demonstrated that adapted MET protocols for opioid use disorders showed promise in improving treatment engagement and reducing use among individuals with severe dependency patterns.
These specialized applications recognize the unique challenges these substances present and adapt motivational techniques accordingly.
Your Journey to Living a Life Free of Addiction, Starts Here!
Begin Your Motivational Journey
at Rise Sobriety
Recovery begins with a single step toward change. Our admissions team is ready to guide you through the process of beginning treatment with Motivational Enhancement Therapy at Rise Sobriety Center.
We accept most major insurance plans and can verify your coverage quickly. Contact us today to learn how Motivational Enhancement Therapy can help you build the motivation needed for lasting recovery.
Frequently Asked
Questions
While traditional MET can be brief (often 4-5 sessions), at Rise Sobriety Center we integrate these principles throughout your treatment stay, reinforcing motivation at each stage of recovery. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, even brief motivational interventions can produce significant changes that persist over time.
While MET has shown effectiveness as a standalone treatment for some individuals, we find it works best as part of a comprehensive treatment approach that also addresses physical dependency, trauma, and life skills development. A study in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs found that MET alone showed modest results, but when combined with other therapeutic approaches, outcomes improved significantly.
Unlike some approaches that impose external motivation, MET helps you discover and strengthen your own internal reasons for change, leading to more sustainable recovery outcomes. Research in Addiction Science & Clinical Practice has shown that this internal motivation development leads to more durable behavior change compared to externally motivated approaches.
Yes, with client permission, family members can sometimes participate in sessions to help develop a supportive environment for recovery and strengthen the motivation for change. Studies have shown that including family in motivational enhancement work can significantly improve outcomes, particularly for younger clients.
