Inpatient substance abuse treatment or residential rehabilitation is designed for people with severe addiction or addiction relapses, a mental health disorder, or co-occurring disorders. It combines medically supported programs with the therapy techniques that are most likely to result in long-term recovery maintenance.
When you enter inpatient treatment, you’ll live in a non-hospital, licensed residential facility, such as Footprints to Recovery, that provides safe housing and a medical care environment. This is a great option for those with more long-term needs requiring extra support throughout their recovery journey.
Getting Started with Residential Addiction Treatment
Individuals who have abused drugs or alcohol enter inpatient treatment under lots of different circumstances. Some common reason people enter residential addiction treatment include:
- Trying to cut back or quit substance use but being unable to
- Withdrawal symptoms after stopping drugs or alcohol
- An intervention
- A treatment referral from a doctor
- An addiction relapse
- Getting into legal trouble due to alcohol or drug abuse
- Losing a job, home, or relationship
- Co-occurring mental health disorders become unmanageable
- An eye-opening accident, like an alcohol-related car crash
Often, individuals seeking residential treatment have struggled with maintaining sobriety on their own and need the structure and support provided by a residential treatment facility.
What to Expect In a Residential Treatment Program?
Residential treatment programs combine medical care and supervision with therapy techniques that are specifically tailored to each individual’s needs. This personalized approach increases the likelihood of long-term recovery maintenance.
When you first arrive at an inpatient treatment center, you will go through an intake process where your physical and mental health will be assessed. This helps determine the level of care needed for your specific situation. From there, a treatment plan will be created for you that includes both medical and therapeutic approaches.
During your stay at an inpatient treatment center, you will engage in various therapies such as individual counseling, group therapy, and holistic practices like yoga or meditation. These therapies are designed to address the root causes of addiction and provide coping mechanisms for maintaining sobriety.
In addition to therapy sessions, inpatient treatment centers often offer educational workshops and classes to teach individuals about addiction, relapse prevention, and healthy coping strategies. These classes aim to equip individuals with the tools they need to maintain sobriety even after leaving treatment.
Inpatient treatment programs often include a comprehensive aftercare plan that provides support and resources for individuals as they transition back into their daily lives. This may include optional outpatient programming, continued therapy sessions, 12-step meetings, sober living arrangements, and access to other local recovery resources.
When Should I Get Inpatient Treatment?
You should start residential treatment at a recovery center when you have finished medical detox. Sobriety can only happen when the body is free from drugs and alcohol. Medical detox is the process by which that happens. A medical detox facility aids in safe, comfortable, and effective detox with guidance from a team of medical professionals. That ensures the latest medical, holistic, and therapeutic approaches are used during detox.
The hardest part of sobriety might be learning to reorganize your life around anything other than alcohol and drugs. Going straight from detox to an inpatient rehab program can help.
When you first become sober, reentering your old life and community can be stressful. It is especially hard if you were dependent on drugs or alcohol for a long time. You will not just have to handle everyday stress. You may also feel extreme tension going back to work, explaining your absence to friends, or getting back into a routine at school. This shift can be even more challenging if you have a dual diagnosis. This means you struggle with a drug addiction issue as well as a mental disorder like depression or anxiety.
Residential treatment is usually recommended for individuals who struggle with the issues below:
- Serious addictions that an outpatient treatment center is unable to fully treat
- Co-occurring physical or mental health conditions
- An unstable or dangerous home setting
- Relapse
Residential therapy offers ‘round-the-clock care. You are more likely to keep your sobriety throughout this vulnerable period since there are few or no opportunities to relapse. Some types of outpatient care can provide a comparable degree of treatment intensity, but residential rehab is the greatest level of care due to its availability 24/7.
Why Choose Residential Inpatient Treatment?
For many people, living in an inpatient treatment environment is essential to starting recovery. Why? By choosing to join a residential rehab program, you can experience the following:
- 24/7 access to therapeutic and medical care.
- Space from your usual triggers, temptations, and negative influences.
- Distraction-free environment where you can fully commit to your recovery.
- Structured daily routine that focuses on healing and personal growth.
- Guidance from experienced clinicians who specialize in addiction treatment.
- Peer support from others going through similar struggles.
- Opportunities for recreational activities and wellness programs.
- A recovery roadmap that prepares you for a lifetime of sobriety.
By taking this first step, you can gain access to a recovery roadmap for long-term sobriety. In doing so, you can give yourself the best chance at achieving lasting recovery.
Residential Addiction Treatment at Footprints to Recovery
At Footprints to Recovery, our team works to ensure your time in residential treatment is a unique experience. During residential care, you will receive comprehensive care from a variety of medical and clinical treatment specialists, including:
- Medical professionals and nurses
- Therapists
- Social workers
- Case managers
- Support personnel
Our medical staff will get to know you and what suits you best. Then you and your treatment team will collaborate in building your treatment plan. Our therapists, social workers, and case managers will assist you in navigating any external challenges and support you throughout your recovery journey.
Our team is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and personalized treatment for each individual. We understand that addiction affects everyone differently, which is why our staff is trained to approach each client with empathy, compassion, and respect.
You can rest assured that you will be surrounded by a supportive and understanding team during your time at Footprints to Recovery. Together, we will work towards achieving long-term sobriety and overall wellness.
Residential Addiction Treatment Services
At Footprints to Recovery, we believe in a holistic approach to healing that addresses not only the physical symptoms of addiction but also the underlying emotional and psychological issues. Thanks to our diverse treatment programs and therapeutic services, we can cater to a wide range of needs and preferences. Some of the most common elements of inpatient treatment include:
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
- Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Holistic recovery services
- Case management
With our comprehensive inpatient treatment services, we aim to provide a well-rounded approach to healing for our clients.
Individual Therapy
A key component of recovery is individual therapy. This is a process involving only two people: a client and an addiction treatment therapist. In their one-on-one sessions, the discussions focus on identifying and addressing your specific issues and needs. Individual therapy creates a safe place where you can feel comfortable to share past trauma or any other mental or behavioral health problems that often play roles in addiction.
Some components of individual therapy might include:
- Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) – EMDR is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy that can help individuals process traumatic memories. The goal of EMDR is to reduce the negative effect these memories have on your emotional responses.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) – Through CBT, you learn how your thoughts, emotions, and actions are related. The goal is to have better control over your emotional states, thoughts, and actions.
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) – ACT is a form of CBT that helps you develop psychological flexibility so you are better able to take actions in line with their values and goals.
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) – DBT combines individual counseling and group support with the goal of helping you learn to manage your emotions, develop healthier relationships, and increase self-acceptance.
Throughout residential treatment, you and your therapist will work together to determine the best course of therapy for your specific needs. Together, you will develop a treatment plan that addresses not only your addiction, but also any underlying mental health issues that may be contributing to it.
Group Therapy
Although you will be apart from your family and friends while in residential rehab, you won’t ever feel lonely. Other community members who experience similar issues provide support and encouragement.
The advantages of community include these groups:
- Psychoeducational groups
- Experiential therapy
- Process groups
- Trauma groups
- 12-step groups
- Relapse-prevention-planning groups
These therapy groups help to establish a foundation of recovery by teaching new coping skills, providing a sense of belonging, and creating a support network for long-term recovery. Each group has a unique focus, but all work together to provide a well-rounded approach to healing.
Family Therapy
Having a support system in place can be helpful for recovery. That’s why family therapy is so important in addiction treatment. It’s an important step in building trust and communication between family members.
Family therapy can show you that you have people who care about you and want to support you during your recovery journey. It can also help family members understand more about addiction and what they can do to stop enabling and getting a loved one the help they need. Following treatment, an ability to rely on family for love, support, and relapse prevention can go a long way in your continued sobriety.
Holistic Recovery Services
Many think of recovery as being just a bunch of group meetings and counseling sessions. While individual and group therapy are very important, there are other health and wellness activities that go along with inpatient treatment that can help you develop healthy strategies for coping with the underlying causes of substance abuse.
Some of the most common holistic recovery services include:
- Acupuncture
- Exercise
- Massage therapy
- Yoga
- Chiropractic services
Footprints to Recovery encourages everyone to try holistic therapies during recovery. Many find that they mesh well with their new, sober lifestyle. These practices can even help with relapse prevention in the future because when you feel your mental health or substance abuse issues arising, using these coping mechanisms, activities, and techniques can help you maintain control over your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. You don’t turn to drugs or alcohol to feel better because you already have the healthy tools you need.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
For many clients, taking medication is a crucial element of getting better. Medication-assisted therapy reduces cravings and/or titrates down the number of drugs in your system. MAT is primarily used in detoxification settings. When you begin treatment, addiction treatment counselors outline a plan for your recovery based on factors like:
- The substance(s) you used
- The length of time you used
- Any mental health issues that are also present
They use this information to determine if MAT is right for you. Some people (such as those who have misused opioids) benefit from continuing use of drugs like methadone or buprenorphine as directed by a medical professional.
If you have a co-occurring mental health disorder, you might need drugs like antidepressants. You can get an assessment from an on-site physician’s assistant to see if you require medicine. We provide medication management during your time in residential rehab. It’s available whether you come to treatment with a prescription or start taking medication while you’re here.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
During a residential addiction rehab program, dual diagnosis treatment is often used to address co-occurring mental health disorders. This includes conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Dual diagnosis treatment recognizes the complex interplay between addiction and mental health and aims to treat both simultaneously for a more comprehensive approach to recovery.
Dual diagnosis treatment also focuses on providing support and tools for managing both addiction and mental health in the long term. Through therapy, education, and coping skills, our program helps clients address underlying mental health issues that may contribute to their addiction and supports them in developing healthy coping mechanisms.
Case Management
Part of effective inpatient treatment is having professional guidance and assistance throughout the process. Each client at Footprints to Recovery is assisted by a case manager who helps with all aspects of your aftercare. They can help with managing appointments outside of treatment like a doctor’s visit or physical therapy. Case managers also assist with scheduling outpatient services following inpatient treatment.
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What Happens After Residential Rehab?
It can be hard to transition from a supportive, sober atmosphere to the “real world.” Because of this, many residential treatment centers, including Footprints to Recovery, include aftercare services.
In our aftercare program, your treatment team remains available to you in case you need additional support. You will also continue studying and using the techniques you picked up in therapy. Dealing with the temptations and difficulties in your life outside inpatient treatment is a crucial part of aftercare.
Recovery is a process. That means the further along you get on your journey, the more you may find you require a lower level of treatment than when you first began. After you finish inpatient treatment and as you take the next steps towards recovery, it’s common to assess factors like:
- How confident you feel in your recovery
- How serious your addiction issues were
- The system of support you have available
As you think about these things and talk with your care team, you may decide stepping down to an outpatient program is the right move. This is what many people do after inpatient rehab.
Outpatient treatment programs at Footprints to Recovery include:
- Partial hospitalization program (PHP) – Clients spend the day in group and individual therapy but return home each evening.
- Intensive outpatient program (IOP) – Clients spend a few hours a day, several days a week at the treatment facility participating in therapy sessions.
- Traditional outpatient treatment – Clients participate in weekly individual counseling to help identify triggers and practice coping strategies.
Will Health Insurance Cover Inpatient Treatment?
Insurance does often cover part or all of treatment costs, but it’s important to verify your insurance beforehand. The team at Footprints to Recovery will look at your policy and offer guidance on which treatment options are available to pay for treatment. For those with insurance that doesn’t cover the entire cost of rehab, Footprints to Recovery offers flexible options for private pay in order to ensure cost is not a barrier to sobriety.
Inpatient Treatment at Footprints to Recovery
In a residential drug rehab program, you live in a treatment setting with round-the-clock care from specialists. Individual, group, and family therapy will help you learn how to stay sober and maintain your recovery. Footprints to Recovery offers a full range of therapeutic activities to strengthen your recovery. When you work with our professional medical team, you will be supported every step of the way toward healing.
The journey to recovery from drug or alcohol misuse doesn’t end when you get sober. It’s a lifelong path. When you partner with Footprints to Recovery, you give yourself the best chance for a lifetime of recovery. Contact us to learn more about how inpatient treatment could be the right first step for you.
Additional Addiction Treatment Programs
Footprints to Recovery offers a number of levels of care at our drug rehab centers that cater to the needs of your specific situation.
Medical Detox
Detox programs provide a safe and effective way to manage severe withdrawal symptoms while easing the physical discomfort of addiction recovery. Medical detox, led by experienced healthcare professionals, ensures close monitoring and quick response to any complications during this crucial phase.
Partial Hospitalization Program
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an effective treatment option for individuals seeking structured, intensive therapy without requiring 24-hour care. Designed as a step-down program after residential treatment or as an alternative for those who don’t need inpatient care, PHP allows participants to receive comprehensive mental health or substance abuse support while living at home.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) is a flexible treatment option for individuals seeking support while maintaining their daily routines. Often used as a step-down from residential treatment or partial hospitalization programs (PHP), IOP provides structured therapy without requiring 24-hour care.
Outpatient Treatment
Outpatient programs (OP) are a great option for individuals transitioning from higher levels of care, such as Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), as they continue their recovery journey. These programs provide flexible scheduling, making them ideal for those balancing treatment with work, school, or family responsibilities.
Sober Living
Sober living homes provide a safe, supportive, and drug-free environment for people recovering from substance use. These homes are designed to help individuals in treatment or recovery build a strong foundation for long-term sobriety. By offering structure, community, and accountability, sober living homes play a key role in helping residents stay on track.
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