Drug abuse and dependence on psychoactive substances is an increasing public problem due to its adverse effects on all segments of society. In addition to traditional hospital treatment, other methods of addiction treatment are also reported, one of which is a therapeutic community. The therapeutic community is a method of addiction treatment that represents a form of a structured, mutual living, where addicts nurture values of community and the active participation of all members of the community in the organization of their everyday life. The therapeutic community is based on the principles of democratization, permissiveness, sense of community and coping with reality. Therapeutic communities carry out programs of treatment and removal from psychoactive means, rehabilitation and re-socialization,which involves the application of various psychosocial interventions, counseling and various sociotherapy procedures. Sociotherapy includes work therapy, occupational therapy, recreational activities, music and dance therapy and self help groups and clubs. Everyday life in the therapeutic community is organized and structured. Also, there are certain rules of conduct that members have to adhere to. Work therapy and religiosity are very important in most therapeutic communities. Therapeutic communities provide services with the permanent or occasional help of a professional team consisting of a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, social pedagogue, work therapist, nurses and other specialists. The social worker in the therapeutic community has a role in the implementation of certain psychosocial interventions, counseling work and sociopathic procedures.