Don’t let alcohol addiction rob you of one more day. Sierra Tucson can provide you with the personalized alcohol addiction treatment you need so that you can live the healthier life you deserve. Learn more about our comprehensive rehab services in Tucson, Arizona.
Learn More About Alcohol Addiction Treatment
Learn more about alcohol addiction treatment at Sierra Tucson
While the consumption of alcohol is a common occurrence in today’s society, there are those that drink alcohol to an extent and for reasons that signify an addiction to wine, beer, and/or spirits. Individuals who are addicted to alcohol are known to have a tolerance for larger amounts of alcohol, drink despite consequences that occur as a result of their drinking, and even consume such beverages during hazardous situations, such as while driving. Independently overcoming alcoholism of this type is often ripe with obstacles and those entrenched in an addiction to alcohol are likely to experience a number of physical and mental health detriments as a result. Sierra Tucson, the best alcohol addiction treatment center that supplies additional care for co-occurring mental health conditions, recognizes the strife that occurs in the lives of those battling an alcohol addiction and is pleased to offer the best, life-saving care that has helped countless adults regain control of their lives.
How to Help a Loved One
Helping a loved one get treatment for alcohol addiction
Concerned loved ones of a person grappling with an addiction to alcohol are often consumed with worry as they watch someone they care about spiral out of control as their drinking becomes the center of their world. You, as a close friend or family member, may wonder what can be done to help this individual realized the harm caused by the addiction and get the treatment they need. Consider the following suggestions for helping a loved one or family member get treatment:
- Learn about the disease of addiction. Oftentimes, an individual with an alcohol problem views the world and in a different manner when compared to those without such a concern. By educating yourself about the mindset of an addict and what substances, such as alcohol, can do to the body, you will be arming yourself with information that can shed light on what your loved one is going through.
- Discuss your concerns with your loved one and convey the need for treatment.
- Expect initial resistance from your loved one with regards to treatment, yet remain calm and be willing to hear their concerns.
- Offer to assist your loved one in seeking treatment that will meet their needs.
- When researching treatment options, it is best to consider those that care for an individual’s mind, body, and spirit, as this type of treatment has proven effectiveness in helping those with an addiction achieve and maintain lasting recovery and sobriety.
- Once a treatment provider is selected, offer to attend any assessments that may be needed prior to admission.
Finally, it is a good idea to be part of your loved one’s care. Not only is this a great way to show your support, but you can learn what your loved one is learning in terms of helpful methods for remaining sober and tips for resisting urges to drink in the future.
Why Consider Treatment
Why consider treatment for alcohol addiction at Sierra Tucson
The long-term abuse of alcohol can bring about a number of detrimental effects in an addict’s life. For many who abuse alcohol, there is often increased interaction with law enforcement as a result of becoming aggressive while under the influence or driving under the influence of alcohol. Interpersonal relationships are also known to suffer as alcohol abuse can elicit conflict with loved ones and eventually lead to the deterioration of such relationships. With regards to an individual’s physical health, the overconsumption of alcohol can permanently damage organs, cause disease, and render a person more vulnerable to certain types of cancer. Furthermore, an addiction to alcohol increases a person’s chances for overdose and death as a result of overdose if treatment is not sought. Pertaining to one’s mental health, any existing mental health symptoms can worsen over time and new psychiatric conditions can manifest if effective treatment is not implemented. By seeking care for an addiction to substances, such as alcohol, the previously mentioned consequences can be avoided and those who abuse alcohol can come to realize a life that is productive and meaningful.
Types of Treatment
Types of alcohol addiction treatment offered at our rehab center
As an internationally known and respected treatment provider of medical, therapeutic, and experiential services, our treatment center is pleased to offer premier care for a wide range of concerns that are known to plague adults of all genders. With evidence-based practices that are rooted within the integrative therapies we offer, our rehab center prides itself on being a leading provider of services that are effective in treating chemical dependency concerns, such as an addiction to alcohol, as well as co-occurring disorders. Holistic and individualized treatment is cornerstone to the care offered at our treatment center, and the staff of qualified and experienced professionals administers care by utilizing a dynamic approach to treating residents. It is the ambition of Sierra Tucson, a premier substance abuse rehab center, to deliver services in such a manner that all who come to us for treatment will be able to transcend the challenges of the past and resume the pursuit of a healthy and productive future.
Our rehab center includes a 15-bed behavioral health inpatient unit, and a 124-bed behavioral health residential treatment center, both of which are situated on the same campus. Residents who require immediate stabilization due to the presence of psychiatric concerns or those who are in need of medical detoxification services can receive these interventions prior to engaging in our treatment center’s residential care. When residents present to our alcohol abuse rehab with alcohol in their systems, the first step in their treatment will be to undergo the medical detox services offered at our inpatient program so that their bodies can become rid of the toxic substance. This period of detoxification is monitored by medical personnel in order to ensure that individuals remain safe and as comfortable as possible during the process. Residents will also engage in a number of therapeutic interventions during their time in inpatient treatment. Following detox and completion of treatment at our inpatient unit, residents will then engage in comprehensive treatment at our rehab’s behavioral health residential treatment center.
Treatment for substance abuse concerns, including the abuse of alcohol, is delivered through Sierra Tucson’s Addictions and Co-Occurring Disorder Program. Offered within our behavioral health residential treatment center, services supplied in this treatment plan are designed to elicit the most favorable outcomes for all residents. Our reputation as a leading drug addiction rehab center stems from our clinical excellence and the compassionate care that we afford to everyone who seeks our services. Our holistic approach to treatment respects the dignity of each individual while offering a therapeutic environment that is fully conducive to healing of the mind, body, and spirit. Treatment focuses on addressing each resident’s presenting problems, as well as underlying issues that exacerbate their struggles. It is our belief that, as residents gain new communication skills and learn to build healthy relationships, they can make sound decisions for a healthy quality of life and form deeper connections with others.
The types of services you receive will be determined by your treatment team. Using a biopsychosocial and spiritual approach to care, residents engaged in the Addictions and Co-Occurring Disorder treatment plan can partake in the following treatment methods, of which are outlined in each resident’s individualized treatment plan, as well as in our treatment center’s daily treatment schedules:
Medication management: When individuals are struggling with the presence of a co-occurring disorder in addition to their addiction to alcohol, the implementation of psychotropic medications may be incorporated into their overall plan of care at our rehab. The need for such medications, however, is always determined on a case-by-case basis. Residents who are engaged in the Addictions and Co-Occurring Disorder Program will have the opportunity to meet with either a psychiatrist or qualified physician at a minimum of once per week so that any medications that have been prescribed can be monitored for therapeutic effectiveness and any necessary changes can be made.
Individual therapy: Master’s level clinicians and/or licensed psychologists at our alcohol addiction treatment center offer individual therapy sessions with residents several times per week depending upon the treatment modality that is being used. All residents are guaranteed, however, that a minimum of one individual session will take place each week. Each resident’s therapist will be assigned to them depending on the identified presenting concerns, the therapeutic approach that will be used in order to effectively address those concerns, and the specific training that the therapist possesses. These sessions occur in a confidential, one-to-one setting where the resident is afforded the opportunity to discuss their progress in treatment, address any concerns that may arise, and process various feelings they are experiencing.
Group therapy: At the time that residents are admitted into the Addictions and Co-Occurring Disorder treatment plan at our rehab, they are assigned to a small group of peers, of whom are engaged in the same treatment plan. This group will meet together for therapy sessions four times per week. In addition to serving as a general process group, topics that are covered during these group sessions may include, but are not limited to:
- Didactic lectures
- Working through grief and loss
- Identifying feelings of shame in order to move to a place of resilience
- Relapse prevention
- Healing anxiety
- Anger management
Therapeutic Recreational Activities: In order to help residents at our treatment center build a stronger sense of self and increased confidence as they overcome their addiction to alcohol, this treatment plan offers residents a myriad of therapeutic activities, of which are conducted daily or on a weekly basis. A resident’s participation in such activities will be outlined in their treatment plan and may include the following:
- Equine therapy
- Expressive art
- Adventure therapy (including a ropes course and rock wall)
- Psychodrama
Additional services for purchase: In order to fully care for the needs of those who are working through an addiction to alcohol and any co-occurring conditions, our alcohol abuse treatment center is proud to offer a number of additional services through an innovative approach to treatment. Special time is set aside for selected individual appointments which will be outlined in one’s treatment plan in order to address individualized needs. Such services may include, but are not limited to:
- Salon
- Personal training
- Psychological testing
- Biofeedback
- Somato-Emotional Release (SER) massage
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) SE (Somatic Experiencing® Therapy) therapies are offered when deemed necessary based upon an assessment conducted by a psychiatrist
- Acupuncture
- Mindfulness meditation
- Massage
Furthermore, residents engaged in the care delivered through the Addictions and Co-Occurring Disorder Program will be provided with educational lectures and will participate in 12-step meetings. Each day will end on a positive note by allowing residents to gather together and reflect through a Gifts and Blessings Ceremony.
Should a resident require stabilization services while engaged in our rehab’s residential treatment, they are able to partake in the services supplied by Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit before returning to residential treatment. The staff of professionals conducts an ongoing assessment of each resident’s progress and needs and offers assistance in making this transition smooth so as to continue the process of healing with as little disruption as possible.
Continuing Care
Continuing care and levels of treatment for alcohol addiction
Our alcohol addiction treatment center’s method for providing all-encompassing care for every resident who comes for treatment includes thorough discharge planning and continuing care services that are second-to-none. Once a resident engages in services to treat an addiction to alcohol and co-occurring concerns at our alcohol addiction rehab, a comprehensive continued care plan is devised so that they can remain successful once treatment is complete. Those partaking in the services meet with continued care staff to assess each individual’s needs and plan for discharge. Those engaged in the residential treatment at our center meet with the same continued care staff and regional outreach specialists and partake in lectures and one-on-one planning sessions to ensure quality referrals and to establish any follow-up appointments that may be required once they have been discharged.
Furthermore, residents exiting the residential treatment, along with their family members, can benefit from The Connections Program. This treatment plan includes 12-month-long case management services that are in place to offer ongoing and substantial support to former residents. A representative from this treatment plan contacts residents 48 hours after they are discharged and is available to assist these individuals in seeking and receiving the additional services they need in order to remain successful in the process of healing and recovery.
Lastly, former residents can take part in the Alumni Services affiliated with our rehab. These services include groups offered through outpatient centers, of which are located across the United States.
If you or a loved one wishes to receive the best care that has improved the lives of many individuals who have struggled with chemical dependency and co-occurring conditions, look no further than Sierra Tucson. The life you have envisioned can begin here.