Addiction Recovery Basics

There are many different types of alcohol rehab programs available.

You must find the right alcohol treatment program for your needs. While one might work for another person, you may need an entirely different program. Any good alcohol rehab program or referral source will be more than happy to answer any questions and concerns you may have.

While it can seem quite intimidating to ask questions about an alcohol or drug rehab program, you must in order to find the right one for you.

Here are 5 Ctitical Questions To Ask An Alcohol Rehab Program

1. Is the treatment program appropriate for you? Your needs should match well with the program’s care and treatments.2. Is the program accredited? Look for one of these two accreditations: the Joint Commission on Accredited Health Organizations (JCAHO) or the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). These organizations only accredit rehab programs that have passed inspections. They must also meet the organization’s guidelines and health standards.

3. Are the staff members certified? It is important that the staff have undergone training in order to treat you properly. They should be certified as licensed drug counselors, and hopefully at least a few of them will hold master’s degrees in this area. You should inquire about how you will be matched up with a counselor. The relationship you will have with the counselor you are assigned to is important for your recovery.

4. What is the program’s philosophy and approach to treatment? There are different ways to approach treating a drug problem. Different programs will have different ways to approach treating you. You may find that some programs focus on different things such as religions, spirituality, medical, and/or psychological. If you do not feel comfortable with one of these look for another program.

5. What is their weekly schedule for patients? Ask for a copy of one example. This way you can find out what activities you would be involved in and how many sessions you get with the counselor. You can also see how many times you will be expected to attend group-counseling sessions. You can also see what the activities are focused on, such as life, grief, diagnosis, etc.

Do your research on the available  alcohol treatment centers that will meet your needs.

Here are some additional resources:

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Edited by Bill Urell,
MA in Addiction Counseling, CAAP-II, Owner and Editor. -
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