Guide to Detox Centers: Types, Treatment Options, and What to Expect

Detox centers are places that help you through the detoxification process when recovering from drug and alcohol use. If you become physically dependent on a substance and then try to stop using it then you may go through a withdrawal process that can have negative side effects. 

Detox centers are designed to help you get through withdrawals with minimal discomfort. There are different types of detox treatment facilities including drug detox centers, alcohol detox centers, medical detox centers, and more. Each facility offers various treatment options to meet your specific needs.

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Inpatient Detox Centers

Inpatient detox centers are medical facilities designed to care for patients around the clock. These medical detox centers provide support 24/7 so you can fully detox with the aid of doctors and trained staff monitoring your condition.

A residential detox program is designed for you to live in the facility until your detox is complete. This is especially helpful for those at risk of severe withdrawal symptoms that may be seen with alcohol, benzodiazepines and opiates.

Outpatient Detox Centers

Outpatient detox centers are similar to inpatient ones but they offer a more flexible, part-time program. You do not live at the facility but instead you can detox at home while also visiting the drug detox or alcohol detox centers multiple times throughout the week to receive care.

The ideal candidates for outpatient care include:

• Those experiencing mild to moderate substance use disorder
• Patients with a low risk of severe withdrawal symptoms
• Individuals with a strong support system outside of treatment

Some of the limitations of outpatient care include:

• You do not have immediate access to care around the clock.
• You have limited access to medications during your detox.

Medical Detox Centers

Medical detox centers are facilities where you can receive medication and medical supervision if you are at risk for more severe withdrawal symptoms.

The substances that can cause severe withdrawal symptoms include:

• Alcohol
• Benzodiazepines (often prescribed to treat anxiety)
• Opioids (often prescribed to treat pain)

Some of the serious withdrawal symptoms that can be alleviated through medication assisted detox include:

• Nausea
• Seizures
• High blood pressure
• Increased heart rate
• Agitation
• Tremors
• Anxiety
• Hallucinations

Drug Detox Centers

Drug detox centers will specialize in detox programs for drugs as opposed to other substances. These centers may focus on:

• Opioid detox
• Stimulants use
• Benzodiazepine withdrawal
• Polysubstance use

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Alcohol Detox Centers

Alcohol withdrawal has specific risks when it comes to withdrawal. Severe symptoms such as delirium tremens and seizures can occur.

There is even a risk of death without proper supervision. Alcohol detox centers offer alcohol withdrawal treatment that allows for medical supervision and treatment to prevent severe symptoms.

Free Detox Centers

Many people cannot afford to pay for a detox center.

Free detox centers offer no-cost rehab as well as low-cost detox programs to those who need them. Many nonprofits, state programs, and public health agencies offer care for those who meet their requirements.

Each facility will have its own qualifications for those who can receive free care but they may include:

• Those without insurance coverage
• Unemployed individuals
• People making less than a certain amount of money annually

State-Funded Detox Centers

State-funded detox centers are public detox facilities that use government funds to provide care to those who need it and cannot afford to pay for private care. 

Government detox programs are different from free detox centers because they use money from the government and therefore have limitations on services they provide and the qualifications needed to receive care.

These will vary from state to state so it’s important to check with your local state funded facilities to find out what services they offer and how to qualify.

Rapid Detox Centers

Rapid detox centers allow you to have an ultra fast detox experience. This method is also known as anesthesia assisted rapid opiate detox. It combines sedation and medication to quickly remove opioids from your body. 

Some healthcare providers will caution you on the safety of this method as it does come with some medical concerns such as cardiac arrest and general stress on the body.

Luxury Detox Centers

Luxury detox centers offer high end amenities and private accommodations while you go through your detox journey.

High end rehab and private detox programs are ideal for executives and celebrities who want more privacy during their stay. These programs are often more expensive than other options. 

Executive Detox Centers

Executive detox centers are facilities tailored for professionals needing a work life balance during detox. These places offer professional detox programs that allow for flexibility in your schedule to meet work deadlines.

They also offer some private spaces for you to complete work tasks. They typically provide Wi-Fi access, business support and confidentiality so you can maintain your privacy while recovering.

Holistic Detox Centers

Holistic detox centers emphasize whole body healing and offer natural detox and holistic addiction treatment options.

These non-medical therapies may include:

• Yoga
• Acupuncture
• Nutrition
• Massage
• Meditation

Christian and Faith-Based Detox Centers

Faith based detox and Christian detox centers offer support for those looking for spiritual and relational approaches to detox.

Some of the approaches that may be used in addition to the standard detox treatment include:

• Prayer
• Worship
• Faith based counseling
• Community gatherings

Adolescent and Teen Detox Centers

Teen detox centers tailor their treatment to minors with age appropriate therapy, family counseling and education. Adolescent detox requires a specific approach so finding a facility trained for that age group is important.

Dual Diagnosis Detox Centers

Many people entering detox centers have co-occurring disorders. This means they have an addiction to a substance that they need to detox from while also dealing with another condition such as depression or anxiety. 

Dual diagnosis detox centers offer both mental health and addiction treatment to ensure that all conditions are being treated at the same time. These centers will offer psychiatric evaluation and therapy tailored to your specific diagnoses.

Gender Specific Detox Centers

Some patients prefer to detox in a gender specific facility. Women’s detox centers can tailor the treatment toward trauma informed care for women and have gender responsive programming. Men’s detox centers can do the same. 

12-Step Based Detox Centers

12-step detox centers offer programs that follow step-based recovery methods such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

Non-12-Step Detox Centers

Those who prefer non-12-step detox can look at alternative detox programs such as SMART recovery or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). These secular, evidence based programs offer step by step recovery processes that have been studied and found to be effective.

Aftercare and Extended Detox Support

Detox is just the first step in the recovery process. Most programs will offer detox aftercare. They may also provide some type of extended care beyond just the detox program.

Relapse prevention is an essential part of the recovery process and may include:

• Sober living requirements
• Outpatient therapy appointments
• Recovery support groups attendance

Therapy and Behavioral Support in Detox

Different centers offer many different types of detox therapy.

Some common therapeutic approaches include:

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)
• Biofeedback
• Experiential therapy

Therapy offers behavioral support in detox and is an important part of the process as it improves your chances of avoiding relapse.

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Detox Hospitals

Detox hospitals are inpatient medical facilities that are often connected to or inside hospitals. Here, you can detox under intensive medical supervision.

Those who may need a hospital detox program include:

• Patients with severe alcohol withdrawal and a risk of seizures
• Those with benzodiazepine dependence
• Medically fragile patients
• Individuals with co-occurring health conditions

In hospital detox is often short-term, and after discharge, you will likely be referred to residential treatment or rehab.

Detox Center FAQs

How to Choose the Right Detox Center

Choosing the right detox center for yourself can feel overwhelming.

Here are some questions to consider as you begin your search:

• How severe is your addiction?
• How is your overall health?
• What insurance coverage do you have?
• What is your budget for care costs?
• Do you have personal preferences on privacy or gender-based care to consider?

If you are unsure or have questions, reach out to our team for help or you can browse local listings on our online directory. 

Detox is the first step on your journey to recovery. It is never too late to take this life-saving step. Take action today.

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