What Does Alcohol Rehab Consist Of?

An addiction to alcohol is cunning primarily since alcohol is readily and legally available almost anywhere. Unlike obtaining illegal drugs, you can venture out to the liquor store first thing in the morning or go to a bar or restaurant throughout the day for your drinks. While you may often feel alone when you are amid your addiction, Legacy Healing Center in South Florida is here to show you that recovery is not something that you need to face alone.
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First, Alcohol Detox

Before you move forward with a treatment program, you must remove the immediate influence of alcohol from your body. However, doing this is often easier said than done if you have a long-standing addiction, which is why it’s essential to consider first going through our alcohol detox program.

Call Legacy Healing Center 24/7 to speak with an intake specialist. Calls are completely confidential.

Once you decide to stop drinking, within hours of your last drink, you will begin to feel the physical effects of not drinking, which is called withdrawing from alcohol. Symptoms of withdrawal come in a variety of different forms. Some examples of withdrawal symptoms include shakiness, nausea, sweating, and general physical discomfort. These symptoms can usually last for a few days.

In some cases, however, the withdrawal symptoms can be more severe and even deadly. It’s never advisable that you try to detox on your own. We strongly recommend taking advantage of our detox program to ensure you remain safe and healthy during this transition.

Getting to the Root of Alcohol Addiction

During your recovery, we encourage you to explore the root cause of what led to your addiction. Often, the underlying cause of your addiction is associated with some traumatic event. It can be something that happened in your childhood or an accident when you were an adult. First responders often struggle with alcohol addiction because they’re haunted by memories from different calls that they went on during their careers.

Regardless of the cause of your addiction, you can rest assured that the Legacy Healing Center team is here to provide you with continuous support during and after your treatment.

Overcoming Addiction With Therapy

During your time at the Legacy Healing Center, you will take part in various types of therapy. The two main forms of treatment you will participate in consist of group therapy and individual therapy. There are significant benefits to both counseling techniques. Group therapy allows you to connect with other patients that have had similar experiences as you have while he or she was struggling with addiction. These sessions are led by one of our counselor’s in a 12-step meeting format. You will have the chance to share, and then you are allowed to listen to your fellow patients.

Call Legacy Healing Center 24/7 to speak with an intake specialist. Calls are completely confidential.

Individual therapy is just as important because it gives you time to speak to one of our counselors in a one-on-one setting. These meetings provide an excellent time to check-in and discuss your feelings and progress through your program. It also gives you the chance to speak about specific topics you may not feel comfortable talking about in a group setting. Of course, if you need to meet with a member of our team sooner than your scheduled time, just let us know. We will coordinate a meeting as quickly as possible.

Sober Friendly Attractions Near Baltimore

Baltimore is full of several sober friendly attractions. Once you return to the city from drug treatment in South Florida and are settled into a schedule of attending regular AA meetings, we recommend you take the opportunity to explore the different sober venues Baltimore offers.

Here are a few of our top choices:

American Visionary Art Museum

The American Visionary Art Museum is one of the most unique museums in the Baltimore area. Located on the south side of the Inner Harbor, this museum is home to different visionary artists, including Leo Swell, Ben Wilson, and Howard Finster. The museum initially opened in 1995 to shed a spotlight on various expressions of art.

You can visit the American Visionary Art Museum at 800 Key Highway, Baltimore, Maryland 21230.

Historic Ships in Baltimore

Historic Ships in Baltimore is a ship lover’s dream. This location has a variety of ships that were active during various parts of our nation’s history. For example, the USS Constellation was in service between 1854 and 1955, while the USCGC WHEC-37 helped keep the country safe between 1935 and 1986. Visitors can climb aboard any of these historic ships and learn more about what it would have been like to serve. Each vessel is open during different times throughout the week, so you always want to check ahead before you go.

You can visit the American Visionary Art Museum at 800 Key Highway, Baltimore, Maryland 21230.

Patterson Park

Patterson Park is a landmark that is both great for recreational activities and played a role in American history. The park’s site was a focal point during the War of 1812 when American troops waited with bated breath to see if they were going to be pulled into the nearest battle. Today, Patterson Park has excellent options for different trails, sports fields, and even a pool. It is a place where you could easily and comfortably spend the day outside and enjoy the fresh air.

You can visit Patterson Park at 2601 E. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21224.

When you are ready to overcome your addiction to alcohol, it is not a process that you need to face alone. The Legacy Healing Center team is committed to walking with you each step of the way so that you receive the encouragement and support you need to navigate through this adjustment. Our intake specialists are available to supply you with any information you need regarding any of our programs. These confidential phone calls will help to give you a better understanding of what you can expect when you come to Legacy.  

Give us a call today at 888.534.2295.