Veteran’s Substance Abuse Recovery Program

Substance abuse is perhaps one of the most serious mental health conditions affecting our veterans. Statistics have shown that those who seek care at the U.S. Veteran’s Administration meet the criteria to be diagnosed with a substance use disorder. Treating substance use disorder and other co-occurring disorders in veterans can be challenging. Stairway Resource Center meets this challenge with a tailored treatment program program just for veterans.

Why Veterans Need Specialized Substance Use Disorder and Addiction Treatment

Treating veterans comes with challenges not faced by average citizens. Being compassionate and aware of the difficulties veterans face doesn’t just allow for comprehensive substance abuse and addiction treatment. It also allows veterans to be seen, validated, and heard when the difficulties they face become isolating. 

Unique Challenges Veterans Face

Veterans face high rates of combat-related PTSD and trauma, especially for first responder veterans. PTSD and trauma are strongly linked to alcohol abuse and are one of the leading causes of substance use disorder. Veterans may abuse alcohol as a means to mask or numb their trauma due to its wide availability.

The link between service-related injury and substance misuse is also high, especially with opioids. Many veterans leave service with lifelong and often painful injuries. The over-prescribing of opioids generally has led to increased rates of opioid use disorder in veterans. Subsequently, this has also raised the rates of opioid-related overdose deaths among veterans.

Finally, the stressors of transitioning to civilian life from a military one can be jarring and difficult. Going from an environment with clear rules and riding hierarchy can make living in the chaos of civilian life difficult. This also comes with an edge of isolation and loneliness, as it’s difficult for civilians to truly understand what veterans have gone through.

The Importance of Trauma-Informed Care

Recognizing and addressing the roots of addiction in veterans is the only way to achieve lasting and continuous recovery. Think of trauma-informed care as a foundation on which a substance abuse treatment plan is created. Trauma-informed care involves specialized therapies and creating a safe space for expression and healing.

Veteran-Centered Substance Abuse and Addiction Treatment Programs at Stairway Resource Center

Here at Stairway Resource Center, we utilize evidence-based clinical and holistic treatment methods to ensure comprehensive and quality addiction treatment. Overcoming substance abuse and addiction is possible for anyone, including veterans, with the right and quality treatment.

Designed With Veterans in Mind

Our veteran program is tailored to veterans’ experiences and challenges. This includes trauma-focused care, addressing chronic pain and injury, and providing extensive drug rehabilitation, such as alcohol and opioid use disorder treatment. All of these are included in our flexible treatment programs.

To address potential isolation and loneliness, we utilize peer support groups exclusively for veterans. These support networks are critical for healing and provide lifelong companionship and accountability.

Structured and Compassionate Care for Substance Abuse Recovery

Combining evidence-based therapies with holistic approaches allows for optimal healing. Substance abuse requires more than clinical treatment. It also requires the person to make lasting and healthy life changes. Our treatment plans encourage personal growth and resilience. Those who complete substance abuse and addiction treatment at Stairway Resource Center leave as healthier individuals than when they entered care.

Substance Abuse and Addiction Treatment Services Offered in the Veteran’s Program

Providing comprehensive substance abuse and addiction treatment ensures that every step of the recovery process is covered. From medical detox to aftercare services, all veterans can receive the treatment they need and deserve.

Medically Supervised Detox

Detoxification is the first step in substance abuse and addiction recovery. This process allows the body to flush the drugs out of its system so the brain and body can begin to recover. Medical detox also includes around-the-clock medical support and monitoring to deal with withdrawal symptoms, some of which can be highly dangerous. This is especially required for opioid use disorder, which often needs medication-assisted detox. The process of medically supervised detox is conducted in a way that is safe and comfortable for veterans. Both by respecting veterans as people and being sure that all their needs are met during the process. 

Residential Inpatient Treatment

Our residential inpatient treatment programs are an immersive experience designed for intensive care and recovery. Patients can focus on healing the mind, body, and spirit without the stress, distractions, and triggers of daily life. It’s the most optimal treatment program for those with a serious addiction or substance use disorder, especially if they need medication-assisted medical detox. 

Outpatient Programs for Veterans

For those wanting a more flexible approach to substance abuse and addiction treatment, our outpatient programs provide both quality treatment and options to integrate into civilian life. With continued therapy and peer support for long-term recovery, veterans receive treatment while being able to return to the comfort of their homes. 

Dual Diagnosis Care

Substance use disorder and addiction often co-occur with other mental health disorders. PTSD, depression, and anxiety are common in veterans alongside addiction. This is known as a dual diagnosis, which requires comprehensive care to treat. By utilizing effective therapies like CBT, DBT, and neurofeedback, dual diagnosis recovery is possible for anyone. 

Therapies Tailored for Veterans

Veterans need specialized and respectful treatment to address the difficulties they face. Our veteran program utilizes therapies specifically tailored to assist veterans in their recovery journey. 

Trauma-Informed Care

For veterans, understanding and treating trauma is a core component of recovery. That’s why we used trauma-informed therapies that can treat the underlying trauma without re-traumatizing the patient. The trauma veterans have faced is never dismissed or invalidated. Instead, veterans are given the respect and understanding needed to face and process their trauma. Doing so creates an environment of safety and trust, allowing healing to flourish. 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Those in substance abuse and addiction treatment are assisted by essential psychotherapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). These psychotherapies act as practical tools for managing thoughts, emotions, and triggers and assist in the development of mental resilience and coping mechanisms. CBT is mainly used to help veterans identify harmful thought and behavior patterns and change them for healthy ones, while DBT is useful in teaching acceptance and emotional regulation. 

Group Therapy for Veterans

Understanding that you are not alone is important for mental health, especially for veterans. Our group therapy programs work to help veterans connect with others who understand the unique challenges of military life. This assists in building a support system rooted in shared experiences. Group therapy isn’t just a tool for substance abuse and addiction treatment; it also helps veterans establish healthy human connections with others.

A Comprehensive Continuum of Care to Support Veterans’ Recovery Journey

Stairway Resource Center is committed to providing a comprehensive and healing experience for all veterans seeking mental health and addiction treatment. This doesn’t just involve clinical applications but also the inclusion of other therapies and skill workshops designed to promote continuous growth and recovery. 

Family Therapy and Involvement

Veterans don’t just participate in the treatment process; their families do, too. Utilizing family therapy rebuilds relationships strained by addiction and helps families understand the recovery process. This allows families to actively assist and participate in the healing process, leaving veterans with a stronger support network than before. 

Holistic Approaches to Healing

At Stairway Resource Center, we believe that the body and spirit should receive equal attention to the mind during the substance abuse and addiction recovery process. This involves incorporating mindfulness, yoga, and art therapy to foster emotional and physical well-being. Our goal is to not just heal the addiction but help veterans feel more confident in making healthy choices. 

Career and Life Skills Development

Veterans often need help transitioning back to civilian life. Our career and life skills development program assures that veterans can build confidence and independence while in treatment. This helps them see that they are the masters of their fate and they can achieve success in whatever task they put their minds to. 

Choosing Stairway Resource Center for Veterans

It’s not just our treatment programs at Stairway Resource Center that promote healing for veterans. Our staff is trained in veteran-specific care and experiences, providing true understanding to those who are struggling, resulting in a community that values and respects veterans’ sacrifices. That’s why veterans seeking treatment at Stairway Resource Center will never be belittled, mocked, or mistreated for needing help. At Stairway Resource Center, it’s our privilege and honor to help those who have sacrificed so much find healing and peace.

A Supportive and Understanding Environment

Located in serene Woodland Hills, California, we offer a beautiful and peaceful setting to focus on recovery. All patients are welcome to walk around our campus and enjoy the splendor of natural California. Here at Stairway Resource Center, we work diligently to provide comfort and tranquility throughout the healing process.

Take the First Step Toward Substance Abuse Recovery Today

Reach out to Stairway Resource Center to learn more about our veteran’s program and verify your health insurance and other benefits. Begin your journey to healing and empowerment now.

FAQs About Our Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery Programs for Veterans in California

What makes Stairway Resource Center’s veteran’s program unique?

Stairway Resource Center utilizes trauma-focused treatment coupled with holistic methods to promote comprehensive healing and recovery. This program addresses veteran-focused issues such as combat PTSD, chronic injury and pain, and loneliness alongside substance abuse treatment. With a supportive and accepting environment at Stairway Resource Center, veterans get the respect and understanding they deserve. 

Does Stairway Resource Center accept insurance for veterans?

Stairway Resource Center accepts several kinds of health insurance and Medicare, many of which are for veterans. To verify insurance, contact Stairway Resource Center. 

What types of substance abuse and addiction therapies are offered for veterans?

Veterans have access to a wide array of therapies, such as:

• Psychotherapies 
• Art and music therapy
• Family therapy and community support
• Trauma-focused therapies, such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy
• Yoga and other meditation and mindfulness techniques
• Aftercare programs, such as relapse prevention training and alumni services 
• Access to our 12-Step program and other recovery tools

Can family members participate in the substance abuse and addiction recovery process?

Yes, family is considered crucial to the healing and recovery process at Stairway Resource Center. Family therapy and counseling are staple features of the veteran program, as they counsel families on everything from staging an intervention to supporting their loved one through the substance abuse treatment and recovery process.

Is there support for veterans transitioning back to civilian life after substance abuse treatment?

Yes, our aftercare and alumni programs help veterans transition back into civilian life with the use of our sober housing. This allows veterans to begin the transition process in a normal home setting while still having access to professional oversight. 

Through our veteran’s program, anyone can recover from substance abuse and addiction. To learn more about our specialized veteran program at Stairway Resource Center in Woodland Hills, CA, call (888) 450-2701.