Alcohol Use Treatment Centers in San Diego, CA

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La Jolla Detox
Treatment Center, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92110
La Jolla Detox stands out as a premier drug and alcohol detox center in San Diego County, known for its tailored and personalized treatment programs. With over ten years of delivering successful outcomes, our center employs highly experienced staff specializing in the detoxification from heroin, opiates, prescription medications, alcohol, meth, and other substances. Our commitment to focusing on the critical early days of recovery sets us apart, ensuring that each client receives the unique attention needed to stabilize and prepare for the next phase of their recovery journey. We specialize in creating a seamless transition into inpatient residential or outpatient programs post-detox, providing continuous support and guidance. La Jolla Detox is dedicated to helping individuals regain control and embark on a sustainable path to recovery, leveraging the latest in therapeutic techniques and compassionate care.
La Jolla Detox stands out as a premier drug and alcohol detox center in San Diego County, known for its tailored and personalized treatment programs. With over ten years of delivering successful outcomes, our center employs highly experienced staff specializing in the detoxification from heroin, opiates, prescription medications, alcohol, meth, and other substances. Our commitment to focusing on the critical early days of recovery sets us apart, ensuring that each client receives the unique attention needed to stabilize and prepare for the next phase of their recovery journey. We specialize in creating a seamless transition into inpatient residential or outpatient programs post-detox, providing continuous support and guidance. La Jolla Detox is dedicated to helping individuals regain control and embark on a sustainable path to recovery, leveraging the latest in therapeutic techniques and compassionate care.
(858) 360-8211 View (858) 360-8211
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Pacific Bay Recovery Residential Programs
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92115
Pacific Bay Recovery offers multiple evidence-based modalities in treating Substance Abuse and Mental Health conditions. Our focus is addressing and treating the underlying conditions causing substance use disorders. The Pacific Bay Recovery team is comprised of Physicians, Medical/Nursing Staff, Psychiatrists, Psychotherapists, Clinical Therapists, Substance Abuse Counselors, Therapeutic Companions, Exercise Therapists, and our Doctor of Chinese Medicine: Dr. Andres; all on site daily. Pacific Bay Recovery is a true DUAL-DIAGNOSIS program.
Pacific Bay Recovery offers multiple evidence-based modalities in treating Substance Abuse and Mental Health conditions. Our focus is addressing and treating the underlying conditions causing substance use disorders. The Pacific Bay Recovery team is comprised of Physicians, Medical/Nursing Staff, Psychiatrists, Psychotherapists, Clinical Therapists, Substance Abuse Counselors, Therapeutic Companions, Exercise Therapists, and our Doctor of Chinese Medicine: Dr. Andres; all on site daily. Pacific Bay Recovery is a true DUAL-DIAGNOSIS program.
(951) 441-2950 View (951) 441-2950
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Confidential Recovery
Treatment Center, BHC, SME
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Confidential...it's what we are a good at. Confidential, competent treatment for your addiction. We work with adults and treat you like an adult. We are client-focused, treating everyone with respect as they navigate the world of treatment. Having a challenging career is hard enough without having to give up everything to seek treatment. Our program runs primarily in the evening so we can work with your schedule. We specialize in helping working adults, first responders, and veterans, and have veteran peer counselors on staff. You don't have to hit rock bottom with you career - let us help first!
Confidential...it's what we are a good at. Confidential, competent treatment for your addiction. We work with adults and treat you like an adult. We are client-focused, treating everyone with respect as they navigate the world of treatment. Having a challenging career is hard enough without having to give up everything to seek treatment. Our program runs primarily in the evening so we can work with your schedule. We specialize in helping working adults, first responders, and veterans, and have veteran peer counselors on staff. You don't have to hit rock bottom with you career - let us help first!
(619) 937-3885 View (619) 937-3885
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San Diego Treatment and Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92115
San Diego Treatment and Recovery Center is an Intensive Outpatient Program specializing in treating adult men and women struggling with addiction, substance abuse and dual diagnosis. We provide both group and individual therapy, educational counseling and therapeutic activities on an onpatient basis for our clients and their families in a safe nurturing environment.
San Diego Treatment and Recovery Center is an Intensive Outpatient Program specializing in treating adult men and women struggling with addiction, substance abuse and dual diagnosis. We provide both group and individual therapy, educational counseling and therapeutic activities on an onpatient basis for our clients and their families in a safe nurturing environment.
(888) 259-1474 View (888) 259-1474
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Sharp McDonald Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92111
At Sharp McDonald Center, we believe that no one should overcome addiction alone. We offer the most comprehensive hospital-based program in San Diego that crosses the entire continuum of care, from inpatient to outpatient treatment — in a warm, homelike setting. We also offer San Diego's largest Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) program.
At Sharp McDonald Center, we believe that no one should overcome addiction alone. We offer the most comprehensive hospital-based program in San Diego that crosses the entire continuum of care, from inpatient to outpatient treatment — in a warm, homelike setting. We also offer San Diego's largest Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) program.
(858) 324-8753 View (858) 324-8753
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Jackson House Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
San Diego, CA 92102
Jackson House Recovery Center (JHRC) specializes in the treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. We can teach you to live without being dependent on any substances. JHRC provides evidenced-based treatment modalities paired with a strong emphasis on the development of community, strengthening family connections, nutrition, and treatment planning.
Jackson House Recovery Center (JHRC) specializes in the treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. We can teach you to live without being dependent on any substances. JHRC provides evidenced-based treatment modalities paired with a strong emphasis on the development of community, strengthening family connections, nutrition, and treatment planning.
(760) 334-9084 View (760) 334-9084
Radar Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92102
Radar Recovery Center is a part of the Flyland Recovery Network. This center is located in San Diego, California, and offers state-of-the-art addiction treatment services including detox, residential, and co-occurring disorder treatment.
Radar Recovery Center is a part of the Flyland Recovery Network. This center is located in San Diego, California, and offers state-of-the-art addiction treatment services including detox, residential, and co-occurring disorder treatment.
(619) 345-6480 View (619) 345-6480
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Soledad House
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109
The Soledad House is San Diego's premier extended care program emphasizing relapse prevention treatment for women suffering from drug and alcohol addiction. We are a very affordable state licensed court approved facility located at the edge of La Jolla on beautiful Mount Soledad.
The Soledad House is San Diego's premier extended care program emphasizing relapse prevention treatment for women suffering from drug and alcohol addiction. We are a very affordable state licensed court approved facility located at the edge of La Jolla on beautiful Mount Soledad.
(619) 821-2697 View (619) 821-2697
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Akua Residential Detox San Diego
Treatment Center, LMFT, MD, CADC-II, LVN, Dr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
AKUA Mind and Body is a Southern California based fully-accredited and licensed addiction and mental health treatment facility that offers evidenced-based addiction medicine combined with holistic traditions for a broad spectrum integrative treatment approach. AKUA offers individualized treatment for adult men and women who have been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder and/or a mental health disorder. Most clients present to treatment with more than one type of disorder, a condition known as co-occurring disorder, formerly labeled as dual diagnosis. An alcohol condition coupled with underlying depression is an example of a co-occurring disorder and both disorders must be treated simultaneously in order for the individual to fully heal, as one disorder will often feed off of another disorder. AKUA employs a multidisciplinary treatment team that includes admission intake counselors, therapists, dietitians,and addiction medicine physicians who work together to provide an integrative approach to treatment for both substance abuse and mental illness.
AKUA Mind and Body is a Southern California based fully-accredited and licensed addiction and mental health treatment facility that offers evidenced-based addiction medicine combined with holistic traditions for a broad spectrum integrative treatment approach. AKUA offers individualized treatment for adult men and women who have been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder and/or a mental health disorder. Most clients present to treatment with more than one type of disorder, a condition known as co-occurring disorder, formerly labeled as dual diagnosis. An alcohol condition coupled with underlying depression is an example of a co-occurring disorder and both disorders must be treated simultaneously in order for the individual to fully heal, as one disorder will often feed off of another disorder. AKUA employs a multidisciplinary treatment team that includes admission intake counselors, therapists, dietitians,and addiction medicine physicians who work together to provide an integrative approach to treatment for both substance abuse and mental illness.
(619) 514-2667 View (619) 514-2667
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Akua San Diego Outpatient Addiction Treatment
Treatment Center, LMFT, MD, CADC-II, LVN, Dr
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92110
Akua Behavioral Health is pleased to announce the opening of our newest outpatient facility to serve the behavioral health needs of the San Diego community. Akua Strong is known for quality evidenced-based programming and exceptional clinical staff, offering quality mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Akua Strong San Diego provides Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) that caters to individuals with substance use disorder, mental health disorder, or co-occurring disorders. Akua Strong provides each client with the structure, accountability, and community they need for successful recovery, with the flexibility and comfort of staying in their own homes or supportive housing.
Akua Behavioral Health is pleased to announce the opening of our newest outpatient facility to serve the behavioral health needs of the San Diego community. Akua Strong is known for quality evidenced-based programming and exceptional clinical staff, offering quality mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Akua Strong San Diego provides Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) that caters to individuals with substance use disorder, mental health disorder, or co-occurring disorders. Akua Strong provides each client with the structure, accountability, and community they need for successful recovery, with the flexibility and comfort of staying in their own homes or supportive housing.
(619) 340-0082 View (619) 340-0082
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Refresh Recovery
Treatment Center, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
An innovative approach to mental health and substance use disorder treatment in San Diego, California. At Refresh Recovery we believe attending mental health parallel to drug and alcohol addiction is an art. We developed a transformative evidence-based rehab model with the guidance and input of world-class mental health professionals and recovery leaders. As unique as you, let Refresh Recovery provide a tailored rehabilitation program that attends your psychological and physiological needs. Refresh Recovery rehab in San Diego is a premier drug addiction and alcohol addiction rehabilitation, which offers inpatient treatment and outpatient programs. Refresh Recovery uses a variety of treatments, that include holistic techniques, psychological therapies and medical treatments to tend individuals who need help with a range of addictions: alcohol, cocaine, methamphetamine, benzodiazepine, Xanax or any form of prescription pills). Refresh Recovery rehab program was developed using methods that have been proven for long-term recovery. We integrate evidence-based models to customize a rehabilitation program specifically to optimize long-term success for each patient.
An innovative approach to mental health and substance use disorder treatment in San Diego, California. At Refresh Recovery we believe attending mental health parallel to drug and alcohol addiction is an art. We developed a transformative evidence-based rehab model with the guidance and input of world-class mental health professionals and recovery leaders. As unique as you, let Refresh Recovery provide a tailored rehabilitation program that attends your psychological and physiological needs. Refresh Recovery rehab in San Diego is a premier drug addiction and alcohol addiction rehabilitation, which offers inpatient treatment and outpatient programs. Refresh Recovery uses a variety of treatments, that include holistic techniques, psychological therapies and medical treatments to tend individuals who need help with a range of addictions: alcohol, cocaine, methamphetamine, benzodiazepine, Xanax or any form of prescription pills). Refresh Recovery rehab program was developed using methods that have been proven for long-term recovery. We integrate evidence-based models to customize a rehabilitation program specifically to optimize long-term success for each patient.
(858) 358-5079 View (858) 358-5079
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Apex Recovery San Diego
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Apex Recovery is a top notch, behavioral healthcare outpatient program located in San Diego, CA. Apex Recovery is Joint Commission Accredited and licensed in the state of California for dual diagnosis recovery services. We have been the bedrock of addiction treatment in San Diego for over 10 years, and are comprised of the finest addiction specialists who use evidence-based treatment models to bring lasting results.
Apex Recovery is a top notch, behavioral healthcare outpatient program located in San Diego, CA. Apex Recovery is Joint Commission Accredited and licensed in the state of California for dual diagnosis recovery services. We have been the bedrock of addiction treatment in San Diego for over 10 years, and are comprised of the finest addiction specialists who use evidence-based treatment models to bring lasting results.
(858) 834-8565 View (858) 834-8565
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Apex Recovery Bonnie Lane
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Apex Recovery was founded over a decade ago. We are founded on principles of integrity, excellence, and value. We are one of the few nationally based addiction treatment providers that are owned and operated by a licensed clinician. Our executive board is comprised of experts in the field of addiction and mental health treatment and we are dedicated to improving the lives of our clientele, their families, and their loved ones. We provide licensed, and Joint Commission accredited treatment, providing services for medical detoxification, residential treatment services lasting between 30 and 90 days, transitional living, and outpatient services.
Apex Recovery was founded over a decade ago. We are founded on principles of integrity, excellence, and value. We are one of the few nationally based addiction treatment providers that are owned and operated by a licensed clinician. Our executive board is comprised of experts in the field of addiction and mental health treatment and we are dedicated to improving the lives of our clientele, their families, and their loved ones. We provide licensed, and Joint Commission accredited treatment, providing services for medical detoxification, residential treatment services lasting between 30 and 90 days, transitional living, and outpatient services.
(619) 658-6420 View (619) 658-6420
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Pacific Bay Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
San Diego, CA 92115
Pacific Bay Recovery is Accredited by the Joint Commission. When necessary, the first step we take with our patients is medically-assisted detoxification. Chemical dependency is dangerous and must be broken in a comfortable and positive setting, like Pacific Bay Recovery‘s detox unit. We perform systematic withdrawal, easing the discomfort of withdrawal from whichever substance dependence you suffer from.
Pacific Bay Recovery is Accredited by the Joint Commission. When necessary, the first step we take with our patients is medically-assisted detoxification. Chemical dependency is dangerous and must be broken in a comfortable and positive setting, like Pacific Bay Recovery‘s detox unit. We perform systematic withdrawal, easing the discomfort of withdrawal from whichever substance dependence you suffer from.
(619) 489-9217 View (619) 489-9217
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Casa Palmera
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121  (Online Only)
Casa Palmera, with locations in Del Mar and Los Angeles, are nationally recognized subacute residential treatment centers in California. Both of our locations offer drug rehabilitation, treatment for alcohol addiction, as well as treatment for mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety and trauma. Casa Palmera is staffed with a diverse team of psychiatrists, psychologists and therapists who work together to help each patient move forward within a caring community.
Casa Palmera, with locations in Del Mar and Los Angeles, are nationally recognized subacute residential treatment centers in California. Both of our locations offer drug rehabilitation, treatment for alcohol addiction, as well as treatment for mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety and trauma. Casa Palmera is staffed with a diverse team of psychiatrists, psychologists and therapists who work together to help each patient move forward within a caring community.
(858) 358-7456 View (858) 358-7456
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Bridges of San Diego, Drug & Alcohol Treatment
Treatment Center, PhD, LAADC, CAODC-A, M-RAS, MCAADC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92115
We are a multi-disciplinary team of professionals that tailor our services to meet the individual and specific needs of our clients. We offer a variety of service and treatments for all types of substance and dual diagnosis. Our primary objective is to assist individuals in developing tools and techniques to utilize at work, school, socially and to create healthy relationships with family members. Our programs address basic substance abuse educational needs, relapse warning signs and prevention. We also work with individuals experiencing legal issues.
We are a multi-disciplinary team of professionals that tailor our services to meet the individual and specific needs of our clients. We offer a variety of service and treatments for all types of substance and dual diagnosis. Our primary objective is to assist individuals in developing tools and techniques to utilize at work, school, socially and to create healthy relationships with family members. Our programs address basic substance abuse educational needs, relapse warning signs and prevention. We also work with individuals experiencing legal issues.
(619) 658-1484 View (619) 658-1484
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Hope By The Sea
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92105
Welcome to Hope by the Sea, a high-quality, effective drug and alcohol rehab. We are a Southern California addiction treatment center located in San Juan Capistrano, serving local communities like Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, San Clemente and other Orange County communities. Although we are located in and serve those from California, many of our patients seeking a renowned residential addiction treatment center come from states all across the U.S. and abroad. As a dedicated team of trained professionals, we offer individualized treatment programs, with which we have had great success. Finding the right drug or alcohol treatment center can be the hardest part of beginning the recovery process. That is why our California addiction treatment center evaluates and fulfills the needs of our clients by working with them on a one-on-one basis. We offer our treatment plans at reasonable costs because addiction and alcoholism affect everybody.
Welcome to Hope by the Sea, a high-quality, effective drug and alcohol rehab. We are a Southern California addiction treatment center located in San Juan Capistrano, serving local communities like Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, San Clemente and other Orange County communities. Although we are located in and serve those from California, many of our patients seeking a renowned residential addiction treatment center come from states all across the U.S. and abroad. As a dedicated team of trained professionals, we offer individualized treatment programs, with which we have had great success. Finding the right drug or alcohol treatment center can be the hardest part of beginning the recovery process. That is why our California addiction treatment center evaluates and fulfills the needs of our clients by working with them on a one-on-one basis. We offer our treatment plans at reasonable costs because addiction and alcoholism affect everybody.
(714) 874-9218 View (714) 874-9218
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Casa Capri Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101
We help women overcome addiction by providing community, connection, and purpose. At Casa Capri Recovery, we’ve designed a unique inpatient treatment program specifically for women. Our mission is founded on wholehearted healing with a personalized approach that restores health, happiness, and purposeful living to women struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. We understand how addiction can affect women differently and recognize that each woman who walks through our door has her own unique story, needs, values, and goals. Casa Capri Recovery customizes our addiction treatment programs to meet your needs and support your recovery journey. Our all-female staff and nurturing environment create a safe and empowering space that cultivates deep healing—not only of addictive behaviors, but also trauma, eating disorders, multiple addiction types, and commonly co-occurring mental conditions such as anxiety and depression that often accompany women suffering from addiction. Casa Capri Recovery has the experience and tools to help you find a joyful new way of life in sobriety.
We help women overcome addiction by providing community, connection, and purpose. At Casa Capri Recovery, we’ve designed a unique inpatient treatment program specifically for women. Our mission is founded on wholehearted healing with a personalized approach that restores health, happiness, and purposeful living to women struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. We understand how addiction can affect women differently and recognize that each woman who walks through our door has her own unique story, needs, values, and goals. Casa Capri Recovery customizes our addiction treatment programs to meet your needs and support your recovery journey. Our all-female staff and nurturing environment create a safe and empowering space that cultivates deep healing—not only of addictive behaviors, but also trauma, eating disorders, multiple addiction types, and commonly co-occurring mental conditions such as anxiety and depression that often accompany women suffering from addiction. Casa Capri Recovery has the experience and tools to help you find a joyful new way of life in sobriety.
(949) 577-8387 View (949) 577-8387
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Southern California Recovery Centers- Carlsbad
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92102
For over 13 years, Southern California Recovery Centers has stood out for our excellence in men's long-term outpatient care. Specializing in individualized treatment, we combine traditional therapeutic modalities with vocational training, trauma work, and life skills development to facilitate a comprehensive recovery process. Our approach goes beyond achieving sobriety; it's about empowering men to rebuild their lives with a renewed sense of purpose and resilience. With a dedicated team and a commitment to personalized care, SCRC offers a transformative recovery experience for every man who walks through our doors.
For over 13 years, Southern California Recovery Centers has stood out for our excellence in men's long-term outpatient care. Specializing in individualized treatment, we combine traditional therapeutic modalities with vocational training, trauma work, and life skills development to facilitate a comprehensive recovery process. Our approach goes beyond achieving sobriety; it's about empowering men to rebuild their lives with a renewed sense of purpose and resilience. With a dedicated team and a commitment to personalized care, SCRC offers a transformative recovery experience for every man who walks through our doors.
(442) 223-0958 View (442) 223-0958
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Banyan Palm Springs Outpatient
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
Formerly known as The Desert Palms, Banyan Palm Springs, hidden in the California foothills, offers palm tree-lined landscapes, desert mountain views, and resort-like accommodations to give individuals a relaxing environment to focus on recovery from their addiction. Banyan uses an evidence-based personalized approach to care, with a combination of one-on-one counseling sessions, group therapy, and complementary recovery activities. We provide a full, meaningful schedule of therapies proven to effectively reduce relapse rates and promote long-term recovery. Banyan Palm Springs is the newest location to be added to the Banyan Treatment Centers family. With 14 locations nationwide, Banyan offers all levels of care in addiction and mental health treatment. With a plethora of unique programming, we are able to treat patients with the most effective custom treatment plan possible.
Formerly known as The Desert Palms, Banyan Palm Springs, hidden in the California foothills, offers palm tree-lined landscapes, desert mountain views, and resort-like accommodations to give individuals a relaxing environment to focus on recovery from their addiction. Banyan uses an evidence-based personalized approach to care, with a combination of one-on-one counseling sessions, group therapy, and complementary recovery activities. We provide a full, meaningful schedule of therapies proven to effectively reduce relapse rates and promote long-term recovery. Banyan Palm Springs is the newest location to be added to the Banyan Treatment Centers family. With 14 locations nationwide, Banyan offers all levels of care in addiction and mental health treatment. With a plethora of unique programming, we are able to treat patients with the most effective custom treatment plan possible.
(760) 437-6084 View (760) 437-6084

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Alcohol Use Treatment Centers

Are there specific medications for alcohol use?

There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.