Choosing the right Substance Abuse Treatment Facility is very important when it comes to your loved one’s recovery from addiction. Matching your loved one’s needs with the most appropriate clinical care and treatment setting can make a very big difference in their long-term success.

Here are some considerations to keep in mind when conducting your search: Does the treatment center specialize in substance use disorders? Do they offer treatment for “other” mental disorders that may be contributing to your loved one’s addiction? Do they offer a family program? Are they JCAHO accredited? Do they accept your health insurance plan? What are their ratings/reviews on Google? These are just a few of the questions you will want answers to.

It may also be helpful to try and match the treatment facility with your loved one’s interests and personality. For example: If your loved one enjoys the outdoors you may want to choose a facility located in the mountains. If they love animals, you may want a program that offers equine therapy. The right setting may help your loved one feel better about being in treatment. Of course, none of this should ever be the first consideration. The most important factor is that the treatment facility offers exceptional clinical care. Sometimes, a person may be able to recover by being treated in an Outpatient Treatment setting. You still want to ask the same questions and look for answers that meet your loved one’s needs.

I hope this blog is helpful to you. If your family is struggling because of a loved one’s substance abuse problem and you are considering an Intervention, please call me at 732-599-7817 or email me at joeortizinterventionist@gmail.com for a free consultation.

Love and Light to you all!