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If you are searching for some help for yourself or a loved one with an addiction in Lake Forest, knowing where to start can be overwhelming. Know that if you are here reading this, you have taken the biggest step. Admitting there’s a problem! The next step is reaching out to our team of top drug and alcohol treatment specialists at Recovery Beach.

Staff at Recovery Beach can guide you at every step along the way, so you can focus on the most important part – getting sober. The road to Recovery has many different paths, and at Recovery Beach, we know that a “one size fits all” approach is hardly useful. Our empathetic and experienced staff will help you create the ideal treatment plan for you. 

Specializing in Dual Diagnosis, we aim to address the root of addiction along with any other co-occurring disorders to heal the person as a whole, instead of putting a bandaid on addiction. In many cases, addiction is a way of self-medicating due to struggles with a mental illness. Common mental illnesses associated with addiction are:

Anxiety: Anxiety disorder is defined as causing intense worry or fears that can disrupt daily activities.

Depression: Depression is a crippling mood disorder that can impair one’s ability to participate in daily activities. 

Post-traumatic stress disorder: Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, follows an event that leaves a strong physiological impact. This can be an injury, war, car accident, etc. 

It’s important to note that just because someone has a co-existing mental illness and substance abuse disorder, it does not always mean that one is the result of the other. When a mental illness does develop as a result of addiction, substances have likely harmed brain function. On the other hand, when these illnesses are present before addiction, substances can be a way of self-medicating – or a crutch for masking those feelings. In that case, over time, it’s typical for substance abuse to make pre-existing illnesses worse. Other times, these disorders or illnesses can be hereditary. Most of the time when a mental illness is inherited, signs will show earlier in life. Whichever the case, Recovery Beach specializes in dual diagnosis and treatment so the person – as a whole – can heal. 

To properly address and treat addiction, here are some of the programs that Recover Beach offers:

Interventions

If you found yourself here while looking for a treatment center for a loved one, you may be interested in learning more about our Intervention Programs. Recovery Beach’s team of experienced Intervention Specialists is available to provide the care, knowledge, and support that is needed during this difficult process. From the very first step, Intervention specialists can help navigate the complexity of whether or not your loved one is in a place where an intervention would be beneficial, and how to approach them. Intervention programs are important, and in some cases – necessary,  because something so emotional can be difficult to execute alone. Although the choice to move forward with treatment is solely up to your loved one, an intervention program may help motivate them to get the help that they need.

Detox

Most often, the first step of treatment will be Detox. Detox is the period when you or your loved one will spend time expelling the body of toxins, drugs, and/or alcohol. The amount of time a detox may take will vary for each individual’s situation based on numerous factors including age, general health, and substance(s) that have been used. It’s important to remember that detox can be a difficult and dangerous time. Having medical supervision while detoxing is essential.  The many side effects of detox can range from uncomfortable, to deadly if not properly monitored. Side effects can be more intense, and more dangerous if prescription medications aren’t utilized during the process. Detoxing with the assistance of well-trained and experienced medical professionals in a medically supervised environment is the safest way possible to begin your recovery journey. 

Inpatient

Inpatient, or residential treatment, most often follows a detox period. Inpatient programs like our one in Lake Forest, grant access to medical supervision 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In cases of more serious addiction or a co-occurring disorder, inpatient treatment is always recommended. As mentioned earlier, Recovery Beach specializes in dual diagnosis and will focus on treating patients as a whole rather than tackling each issue separately. Seeking treatment in a residential facility gives you the opportunity to focus on recovery without the distractions of the outside world. 

Outpatient 

Recovery Beach offers outpatient programs in Orange County for Lake Forest and surrounding area residents.  Often, an outpatient program is often the bridge between inpatient treatment and regular life, allowing you to practice sobriety while still having daily support and structure. Outpatient treatment offers a level of flexibility that inpatient programs do not, offering an option for those who cannot commit to around-the-clock facilities. You can continue to reside at your home or in a transitional living facility, enabling you to work and still fulfill familial duties. Each outpatient’s tailored program may include therapy, family therapy, and other activities that help with recovery. Professionals like doctors, nurses, and counselors are available to help you stay on track with individual and group sessions and sober activities. 

The road to recovery at Recovery Beach doesn’t end there. We know that aftercare resources in Lake Forest can be crucial in maintaining sobriety – that’s why Recovery Beach has built a sober community through aftercare alumni events. These support networks include like-minded peers who are in the same situation as you. These individuals can help you stay sober while still experiencing all that life has to offer.