Tampa’s Best Alcohol Abuse Treatment & Rehab Center

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Alcohol addiction is characterized as the continued use of alcohol despite problems with physical and mental health, and problems with social, family, or job responsibilities. Alcoholism is a long-term chronic and often relapsing disease. Individuals who are alcoholics cannot control how much they consume and a majority of their time is spent obtaining, consuming, or recovering from alcohol.

As the leading treatment center in Tampa for alcohol abuse, we are dedicated to each client that comes to us from the moment they walk through the door. We understand how difficult it can be to make a commitment to seeking rehab which may be due to the fact that you are unsure of what substance abuse treatment entails. Additionally, you may be worried about giving up a substance that you have come to rely upon for so long or even scared that your attempt to get sober will fail. No matter your concerns, the staff at North Tampa will do everything they can to provide you with a safe and compassionate atmosphere that promotes healing. You no longer have to battle your addiction alone; the wonderful staff at North Tampa can help. Pick up the phone and call us today.

How To Help A Loved One Enter Inpatient Rehab for Alcohol Abuse

If someone you love is struggling with an alcohol addiction or alcoholism, it is likely that you are struggling with emotions such as fear, anger, shame, and self-blame. At times you may be so overwhelmed that it seems easier to ignore the problem. In the long run, however, pretending that nothing is wrong will only cause more damage to you, other family members, and your loved one.

It is important to remember that even though you are dealing with a loved one’s alcoholism and alcohol abuse, that you need to take care of yourself and get the support you need. Find someone with whom you can talk openly and honestly about the situation and how you are feeling. There are free peer-support groups such as Al-Anon that you can join for families coping with alcoholism. Listening to others can be a huge source of relief and support.

Admitting there is a problem can be extremely hard and painful for not only the alcoholic, but the family as a whole. However, you are not alone. There are millions of families facing substance abuse each year. When making the decision to talk to your loved one about seeking treatment, it is important to remember a few things. You cannot force someone you love to stop abusing alcohol, the choice is up to them. You can’t expect them to stop drinking and stay sober without help. Recovery is an ongoing process that requires a lot of time and patience.

Why Should You Consider Inpatient Treatment at North Tampa?

If alcohol abuse continues, it will cause potentially lethal damage to your body and lead to adverse health effects such as cancer, heart problems, and liver disease. The social damages of alcohol addiction can be just as devastating, as alcoholics are much more likely to get divorced and engage in domestic violence. Additionally, individuals who are addicted to alcohol also tend to struggle with unemployment and poverty.

Drinking problems put a huge strain on those closest to you. Sometimes friends and family members are left cleaning up an alcoholic’s mess, lying for them, or working more to make ends meet. Continuing to pretend like nothing is wrong and keeping all fears and resentment bottled up inside can cause overwhelming stress for family members. Children of alcoholics are especially sensitive and can suffer long-lasting emotional trauma.

Many times health professionals may recommend an inpatient program such as North Tampa to give you the opportunity to begin the process of stabilizing your alcohol abuse problem. Inpatient treatment for alcohol addiction has been shown to be one of the most effective forms of intervention available. Rehab provides you with the encouragement, guidance, and comfort needed to be successful in your recovery. Continued recovery will depend on continued mental health treatment, learning better coping strategies, and making better life decisions when faced with hard challenges.

Rehab Philosophy and Benefits

At the best alcohol abuse treatment center in Tampa, our rehab is designed to make you feel comfortable and supported as you work to overcome your alcohol addiction. From the second you walk through the door, you will be treated with the respect and dignity you deserve. Our goal is to make you feel secure and supported, not only in your recovery process, but in all areas of your life. Our eclectic approach to treatment stems from the belief that successful recovery starts by providing effective case management and stabilization.

When working with you, we take into account all of your needs as we create a diverse treatment plan designed specifically for your needs. The treatment team at North Tampa will work closely with you from the very beginning, laying out agreed-upon goals and setting up a post-discharge treatment plan to ensure continuity of care.

Types of Therapy We Use to Treat Alcohol Abuse

During the intake and assessment process, we gather as much information about you as we can so that we know you as a complete person and not just your disorder. The information we gather from these assessments will be used to create a treatment plan for all of your needs.

Depending upon what you and your treatment team decide, medication may be part of your treatment plan. Medication is often used during detox in order to help manage the unpleasant symptoms of withdrawal. Additional medication may be used on a long-term basis to help control symptoms of any co-occurring disorders. As you progress through your recovery process, you may be able to be weaned off your medication as you learn different coping strategies for your problems.

Detoxification is used when patients come to our treatment center physically dependent on alcohol or other substances. The detox process is used to effectively and safely remove all toxic substances from your body.

Group Therapy is a major component of rehab at North Tampa. These sessions may include process groups, psycho-educational groups, and skills-based groups. Process groups allow you to work through your struggles and concerns about your disorder in a supportive environment. Psycho-educational groups will educate you about your addiction in general, medication management, and any other topics that may relate to addiction. Additional groups our our alcohol addiction treatment center could include stress management, assertiveness training, social skills training, and learning effective coping techniques.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been shown to be an effective technique used with addiction treatment. During CBT, you will explore the negative ways you think and learn how to challenge and replace those thoughts with more positive ways of looking at the world.

Family consultation is used to identify any problems within the family dynamic that may have been caused by the individual’s addiction. Family involvement is an important part of the recovery process and is strongly encouraged. Additionally, your family will be connected with appropriate outside resources where they can learn about addiction, the treatment process, and how to cope with having an alcoholic in the family.

Continuing Care – What Comes Next?

Once you and your treatment team have decided that you no longer require inpatient treatment, a discharge plan will be put in place to ensure for continuity of care. In the event that a person does not feel as though they are ready to leave the inpatient setting, a residential treatment center may be the appropriate next step. For many people aftercare treatment may include a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) or an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). These programs are structured much like inpatient programs, but do vary in the hours and days of the week that treatment is provided

In the event that you are being discharged home, we will collaborate with local providers to help you set up an appropriate outpatient treatment plan. We will also connect you with community support in your area so that you can continue your treatment and recovery on an outpatient basis.