Addiction Recovery Center

A professional addiction recovery center can provide individuals and families with lifesaving assistance when a family member or loved one is caught in the grip of a powerful dependency issue. Difficulties such as alcoholism, gambling problems, addictions to amphetamines, cocaine, heroin, methadone, LSD, cocaine, barbiturates, or other substances will generally be addressed at these facilities. Confidentiality is a major priority for these centers. To disclose the identity of residents is considered a major breach of ethics. Clients need to know that they can recover from addictions in complete privacy. A facility may offer residential services and programs on an in patient basis. Day treatment and out patient programs are usually available as well. In most of these cases, the addict is not the only person in need of professional help. Entire families are usually impacted by the addicts behavior. For this reason, treatment will usually be expanded to include loved ones through family care programs. Since residents and out patients will be in need of an addiction recovery center for a number of different reasons, a variety of programs will generally be available. Addictions that are due to chronic pain management may require a different type of program than what is needed for a gambling addict. Some residents and clients may be enrolled in programs because of a court mandate as in cases of driving under the influence.

Both group therapy and one on one counseling will usually be available at an addiction recovery center. As treatment progresses, a focus on relapse prevention can be very beneficial for program participants. Programs for adolescents and teens may be available and there are many facilities that are geared specifically toward the needs of younger addicts. Family programs may also include classes that address the special needs of adult children of alcoholics. Classes on nicotine additions will frequently be offered as well. Treatment that utilizes prescription medications may be needed for some residents and this is usually available at reputable centers. A potential resident will generally met with an addiction specialist for a one on one assessment before entering an appropriate program. These assessment appointment may last from one to two hours. In many cases, an addict may be resistant to the idea of entering an addition recovery center. Families can take advantage of professional intervention services that can help addicts find the motivation to reach out for help. Counselors at an addiction recovery center will often work directly with a client to develop a plan of treatment that most closely meets the individual client's needs. Other services may include urinalysis testing, family counseling, individual sessions, and educational resource services.

Often an addiction recovery center will also offer a number of other services to residents and other participants. Some of these services may include offering emergency shelter to individuals who are homeless. Many of these homeless individuals are struggling with their own addiction problems. A facility may opt to limit these emergency shelter options to a single gender. Centers often see these services as a point of entry for addicts who need help but may not be referred in another way. By offering overnight stays and a few meals, as well as other kinds of aid, centers are reaching out into the local community. There are also programs that allow participants to take an active role in the recovery of fellow inmates. Residents may also volunteer to help out with basic responsibilities such as clean up, food services, laundry, and other areas. The idea behind this feature is to give residents a sense of ownership in not only their own recovery, but the success of the addiction recovery center as a whole. The Bible assures believers that God has made provisions for them that do not lead to fear. "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." (2 Timothy 1:7)

Often an addiction recovery center will offer a faith based approach to treatment for clients and families. Such programs will include a spiritual element to their recovery plans. Generally adhering to a specific religion, faith based centers will frequently incorporate Bible study, prayer along with Christian principles into therapy sessions and counseling. Healthy communication skills may be highlighted as well. Twelve step meetings and educational elements may also be a part of programs offered at faith based facilities. Counselors who are trained in spiritual matters as well as clinical approaches can provide group counseling or will work individually with clients. These facilities are particularly sought out by families that wish to make sure that their loved one receives the added dimension that faith can bring to a recovery program.

For parents and other family members of young addicts, admitting a child into an addiction recovery center can be particularly traumatic. By supplying resources and advice as well as words of encouragement and tools for coping, youth related centers can offer help to the entire family. Additional services to the community may also be offered by many facilities. Seminars at held at local churches or community centers can help families to recognize some of the signs of addiction. The support of other addicts and families who have traveled this difficult road before can be very important for anyone who is facing a recovery challenge. But with the help of professional counselors and recovered addicts and their families, many clients at these centers are able to begin a new life that is free from addictions.