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About VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System Southwest Las Vegas VA Clinic
The Southwest Las Vegas VA Clinic is an outpatient medical center in Las Vegas, Nevada, that’s for veterans and military members and their families. They have a lot of different departments and medical services here, and one of them provides mental health and addiction treatment. Referrals are required to enroll.
Since this is an outpatient treatment center, they don’t offer overnight stays, but they can still help with many different stages and aspects of your recovery. Detox is part of this. They can help guide your detox process and if you’re detoxing from opioids they can offer specialized medications too. Those medications basically make your body think it’s getting opiates so you have fewer cravings and withdrawal symptoms while you detox.
In some cases, you might need inpatient detox if you need closer medical supervision and medical management. In that case, this clinic can coordinate those services for you at an inpatient VA center.
In any case, they can also treat co-occurring mental health conditions while you detox here. They have specialized experience for treating veterans, including addressing some of the issues that can contribute to addiction for veterans like trauma from combat and military service.
Along with detox, the VA has a full continuum of care for addiction treatment from residential rehab to intensive outpatient treatment to ongoing relapse prevention support. Your care coordinator can help you get the specific treatment you need for long term recovery. They also have group counseling for certain circumstances like veterans who are experiencing homelessness and women veterans so you can connect with a community of people in your shoes.
Most of the clients seem to have been happy with their experiences at this treatment center. They say that the facility is smooth and well operated, and that the staff is courteous and professional. Some do have frustrations with appointments getting canceled but, overall, the reviews are positive.
Levels of Care
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Inpatient
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy.
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PHP
Partial hospitalization programs provide comprehensive treatment in a structured setting during the day but allow you to return home at night. These programs offer a balance of inpatient and outpatient rehab and provide intensive support without full time residency.
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Outpatient
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations.
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Aftercare
Aftercare programs provide ongoing support after you complete a rehab program. They may include several components to help you maintain sobriety including therapy, community support groups and relapse prevention strategies. This gives you a network of resources as you reintegrate into your daily life.
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Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction.
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Intervention
An intervention is a structured and professionally guided conversation with an individual who is struggling with addiction. During the conversation, family and friends will encourage you to seek treatment. This is often a pivotal step for those resistant to getting help.
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Sober Living
Sober living homes provide a supportive and substance free environment for you to live in as you overcome your addiction. Residents must follow house rules and support each other's recovery journeys. Sober living fosters accountability and stability during this critical phase of recovery.
Detox Service Setting
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Inpatient Detox
Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment.
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Outpatient Detox
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
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MAT
Medication assisted treatment combines medication and counseling to manage withdrawal and reduce cravings for opioid and alcohol addiction. Medications may include methadone, buprenorphine or naltrexone. MAT is tailored to your needs so you can actively participate in your treatment journey.
Programs
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Adult (18+)
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing harmful thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction. You’ll learn healthier coping mechanisms by identifying and replacing negative thoughts. This improves your emotional resilience and decreases your relapse potential.
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Men
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
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Military / Veterans
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life.
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Rational Behavior Therapy
Rational behavior therapy helps you identify irrational beliefs that contribute to an addiction. Challenging and modifying those beliefs helps you develop healthier attitudes and behaviors. This therapy supports long term sobriety and sustainable recovery.
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Seniors (65+)
Senior programs address the unique needs of older adults like chronic pain, grief and isolation. Programs include peer support and medical oversight for age related health concerns. The goal is to improve quality of life and promote sober aging.
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Women
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
Payment Options
- Payment Assistance
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Military Insurance
- Private Insurance
- Self Pay
Accreditations
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Joint Commission
Amenities
- Desert Setting
Contact
7235 South Buffalo Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89113
