How to Find the Right Alcohol Treatment Center

A man struggling with alcohol addiction at home.

Picture yourself in a bowling alley or think back to the last time you went bowling. After you rent your lane and get your shoes, you still have a big decision ahead of you: What bowling ball are you going to use? So, you walk through the bowling alley trying to find the perfect ball.

From the weight, to the look and how it fits your hand, finding the right bowling ball can be a challenge. In fact, when you see dozens of them sitting in front of you, it’s natural to not even know where to start.

If you’re struggling with an alcohol addiction, finding the right treatment center can feel like the situation we described above. But having a list of qualities to look for can help you find a treatment center you can trust for your recovery.

5 Factors to Consider in an Alcohol Treatment Center

1. What is the Staff Like?

One of the first factors to consider in an alcohol treatment center is the staff. Most treatment centers have a “meet the team” page on their website to get you started. This will give you a good idea of the expertise the treatment center offers.

Be sure to be on the lookout for established experience. There are plenty of variables that make each person’s struggle with alcohol addiction unique. Since there are a variety of unique challenges and stressors that could be contributing to your addiction, you want recovery professionals who have a proven track record in providing alcohol treatment.

2. Do They Incorporate Mental Health into Treatment?

It’s common for underlying mental health conditions to coincide with alcohol addiction. To get the most out of treatment, it’s recommended that substance abuse and mental health challenges be treated together.

If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma, you need to uncover the root cause of your addiction in order to find lasting recovery. Dual diagnosis treatment can help you address your mental health struggles and develop healthy coping skills to manage your mental health following treatment. If the treatment center you’re considering focuses on mental health disorders, this is a good sign that they’re invested in your long-term wellness and recovery.

3. What Does Their Detox Program Look Like?

Withdrawal is a leading reason why some people struggling with alcohol addiction don’t seek treatment. Without professional help, it can be dangerous to try to detox from alcohol. When you’re looking for an alcohol treatment center you can trust, get the details of their detox program.

Ideally, you’ll want a detox program that offers you personalized support and privacy. Find out what their process is if you experience withdrawal symptoms. Some treatment centers use medication to help ease withdrawal symptoms, and since the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal carry health risks, you want a staff that has proven medical experience.

4. Reach Out and Ask Questions

When you’re looking for an alcohol treatment center you can trust, sometimes the best way to move forward is to ask questions. Reach out to the treatment centers you’re considering to see if someone from their team is available to answer your questions. Oftentimes, how a rehab facility responds can tell you a lot about them.

For example, trustworthy alcohol treatment centers will likely take their time to get to know your issues at the start. It’s a way for them to determine how they can customize their services to help your recovery. If it feels like the treatment center you’re talking to is trying to sell to you rather than getting to know your situation, you might want to look elsewhere.

5. Look for a Multidisciplinary Team

A good sign that an alcohol treatment center can be trusted is a multidisciplinary team. This structure helps ensure all aspects of your mind, body and spirit are addressed during your treatment and recovery process. It also means that there will be a team of people working together to create your individualized treatment plan. A multidisciplinary team usually is made up of:

A chemical dependency counselor
Medical doctors
Psychiatrists
Psychologists
Nutrition specialists
Spiritual counselors
Wellness specialists

Break Free from Alcohol Addiction at Footprints Beachside Recovery

At Footprints Beachside Recovery, we’ve been through alcohol addiction ourselves. So, we know how hard it can be to find an alcohol treatment program that you can trust. Our alcohol treatment program was created to give people like you the opportunity to restore your life.

We’ve beaten addiction and so can you. At our family-run alcohol addiction treatment center, you can break free from the hold that alcohol has over your life. No matter where your addiction has taken you, there’s hope for lasting recovery.

If you’re ready to heal and begin your journey towards lasting recovery, we’re here to help. Contact our expert team today to get started.

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00:32 07 Feb 24

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01:55 25 Sep 23

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