Drug and Alcohol Detox
Drug and Alcohol Detox in Los Angeles
Inspire Malibu specializes in the proper detoxification from drugs and alcohol.
We provide drug and alcohol detox treatment in Los Angeles for substance use disorders at our centers in Agoura Hills, California, including the surrounding areas of Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Tarzana, Encino, Oxnard, Ventura, and Santa Barbara.
Drug and alcohol detox is one of the most complicated and critical phases of the addiction recovery process. It’s also the phase that patients fear the most.
Many treatment centers don’t offer detox because it is a highly specialized procedure requiring an experienced physician.
At Inspire Malibu, our alcohol and drug detox program is closely monitored by independent physicians who are board certified in addiction medicine and have experience in multiple detox protocols. They are on call 24/7 and available to adjust detox medications when necessary.
Our staff understands how to best manage the anxiety and uncomfortable symptoms that occur during the detox process.
Inspire Malibu was one of the first addiction treatment facilities in California to begin using Buprenorphine as the latest scientific method of comfortable opiate detox.
Buprenorphine +naloxone and buprenorphine are approved for use in treating opiate addiction, and they prevent withdrawal symptoms accompanied by detoxing from heroin and other opiates.
At the request of our clients, Inspire Malibu now offers several levels of detox treatment at one of our safe and comfortable facilities. In the past, we only offered detox as the first phase of a 30, 60, or 90-day inpatient treatment program.
Should I Fear Detox?
Detox is one of the biggest fears most people have when entering into recovery, and one of the reasons many decide not to go to rehab. When properly administered by experienced specialists, detox can be made more comfortable than expected.
Trying to detox on your own or without proper supervision can be extremely painful and dangerous. But detoxing under the guidance of experienced professionals is a much more comfortable experience.
Our newest program offers “detox only” for those who do not wish to enter an extended follow up recovery program. By request, we can also provide an outpatient detox program for those who meet the recommendations of our director.
Detox Only Treatment
The “Detox Only Program” is preferred by those who do not wish to enter a full treatment program after they complete detox. Detox usually takes 7 to 10 days depending on the individual, addictive substance, and severity of addiction.
Features of Detox Only:
- No Pressure of groups or treatment
- Safe, comfortable and personalized.
- Opportunity to work with a board certified addiction specialist.
- A healthy nutrition plan prepared by a private chef who assists through the detox process
- An experienced team of detox specialists who understand all aspects of the detox process
- Additional outpatient resources are available upon request if necessary
Combined Detox and Recovery Treatment
The “Combined Detox and Recovery Program” is best suited for those who wish to remain in treatment after completing the detox process. We offer 30, 60 and 90-day residential treatment that includes everything in the Detox Only program mentioned above, in combination with the most comprehensive recovery program available.
Additional Features of Combined Detox and Recovery Treatment:
- Individualized non 12 step treatment program
- Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Motivational Enhancement Therapy
- One on one AND Group Therapy
- Relapse and abstinence counseling
- Aftercare maintenance programs, including SMART Recovery or 12-step facilitation
- Dual Diagnosis treatment for depression, anxiety, bipolar, and other mental health disorders, if needed
Outpatient Detox
For those who meet the requirements, we can arrange for outpatient detox services off-site in Agoura Hills. This program offers Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), 3 days a week for 3 hours a day.
When necessary, the Partial Day Treatment Program is available 5 days a week for 6 to 8 hours a day. This program is offered for a select few who have already completed an inpatient program.
Why Choose Inspire Malibu For Detox?
Inspire Malibu specializes in the proper detoxification from any drug and or alcohol. Our doctors are an authority on state-of-the-art detox. As one of the leading drug and alcohol detox treatment centers in the country, we provide all of the proper supervision necessary for a very comfortable detox.
Certified Drug and Alcohol Detox Physicians
Our Physicians are board certified in addiction medicine and have over 15 years of experience in multiple detox protocols.
Our alcohol and drug detox treatment program is closely monitored by trained staff, and addiction doctors are always on call and available to adjust detox medications when necessary.
During detox, we understand that anxiety can be very high. Physicians at Inspire Malibu know how to manage high anxiety along with the uncomfortable symptoms that occur during the difficult detox process. Addiction doctors at Inspire Malibu use state of the art medications and are on the cutting edge of technology when it comes to detox.
Former patients of Inspire Malibu are a testament to our successful detox programs. When asked to evaluate our treatment services during aftercare, almost all were most impressed with how comfortable they were during detox. While we firmly believe all of our services provide unique benefits and outstanding results, our detox programs stand out as exceptional.
We will carefully and comfortably detox from any drug or alcohol, including:
- Alcohol
- GHB
- Opiates
- Percocet
- Vicodin
- Methamphetamines
- Heroin
- Cocaine
- Morphine
- Xanax
- Valium
- Oxycontin
- Crack
- Benzodiazepines
- Ambien
- Klonopin
- Fentanyl
Why Drug and Alcohol Detox is Important
Drug and Alcohol abuse has a major affect on the body. Almost all organs in the body are prone to some form of disruption or disease, and prolonged use and abuse can be fatal.
Most drug addicts and alcoholics understand that “using” and “abusing” is harmful to the body but “getting high” is more important than the harm to the body.
At some point, because of necessity, or simply a desire to get clean, they realize the only way to get better is to stop using drugs or alcohol. When they stop cold turkey, it is almost impossible because the symptoms of withdrawal are too strong.
Detox From Alcohol
Our addiction specialists know and monitor specific symptoms associated with alcohol withdrawal, some of which can become severe.
Approximately 6 hours after a patient has stopped drinking minor symptoms can occur including:
- Insomnia
- Mild anxiety
- Gastrointestinal upset
- Headache
- Diaphoresis
- Palpitations
Between 12 and 24 hours of drinking cessation, more serious symptoms can occur including:
- Hallucinations
- Disorientation
- Delirium tremens
- Seizures of various intensities
Detox From Other Drugs
A supervising addiction specialist is best equipped to provide accurate and ongoing care for a patient experiencing alcohol and/or drug detox. This is due to the fact that alcohol withdrawal symptoms may mask other conditions such as drug poisoning, amphetamine or cocaine use, central nervous system infection or hemorrhage, or withdrawal from other sedative-hypnotic agents.
Inspire Malibu follows safety guidelines and goals as established by the American Society of Addiction Medicine for drug and alcohol detox treatment, which include:
- To provide a safe withdrawal from the drug(s) of dependence and enable the patient to become drug-free
- To provide a withdrawal that is humane and thus protects the patient’s dignity, (and)
- To prepare the patient for ongoing treatment of his or her dependence on alcohol or other drugs.
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