Other features of our residential alcohol rehab program that make Beach House a trusted provider for clients and families include:

• An OTP-certified, on-site pharmacy – Unlike many providers, Beach House enjoys the designation of being OTP certified— the highest level of certification that an addiction treatment provider can attain, based on a strict accreditation process that requires the oversight and approval of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Our in-house pharmacy can therefore dispense all medication-assisted treatments (MATs), from naltrexone for alcohol to more highly regulated MATs, quickly, conveniently and right on site at our alcohol rehab treatment center.
• Our track record in the community as a trusted Florida provider, including our reputation for high safety standards – Beach House medical staff can provide one-on-one, 24/7 medical monitoring to clients who need it. We also have strong working relationships with hospitals in the area, including Jupiter, JFK and Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, which regularly refer clients to us. Their close proximity also ensures that Beach House clients are guaranteed an extra layer of support and peace of mind in cases of medical emergency.
• Our alcohol rehab center and location – Our state-of-the art facility offers a full continuum of alcohol abuse care, all within the safety and convenience of one peaceful, self-contained campus in sunny Juno Beach, Florida.

An unsupervised drug or alcohol detox can be medically dangerous. We have a well-rounded team of medical and psychiatric providers who are able to provide a multidisciplinary treatment program. Co-occurring medical conditions (“comorbidities”) are closely monitored so that the patient can focus on the detox and recovery process while being assured that all aspects of their health are being managed.– Medical Director Michael Slifer, MD, PhD

The main goal of inpatient alcohol rehab is to provide clients with the recovery supports they need in order to achieve long-term freedom from alcohol. Beach House offers this in the form of a highly individualized plan of medically and clinically integrated care. Clients at this level of care receive ongoing monitoring by our medical team (as needed) for any post-detox occurrence of PAWS. They also participate in daily group and individual therapy. Our therapists are credentialed in the following evidence-based clinical interventions (also known as “best practices”) for alcohol use disorders:

• Trauma-Informed Therapy, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills, helps clients heal from the experiences of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that are often at the root of alcohol abuse. Our therapists teach clients DBT skills that involve managing the painful emotions associated with a post-traumatic stress response so that clients can successfully overcome this very common relapse trigger. In addition to DBT skills, clients learn how to develop cognitive-behavioral tools through trauma-informed therapy, including grounding, resource building, safe place work and resiliency skills.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another form of psychotherapy that, based on ongoing research into its comparative effectiveness next to other interventions, qualifies as a “best practice” in treating addiction. Our CBT-certified therapists work with clients to change the cognitive and behavioral patterns that feed their addiction to alcohol by replacing them with healthier coping skills, such as alternative forms of thinking, relating and acting.
• Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a client-centered form of substance abuse counseling that seeks to facilitate positive change and a desire for change on the part of the client. Through motivational interviewing, our therapists help gently steer clients towards freedom from addiction by encouraging greater self-awareness and a self-directed willingness to grow.
• Medication-Assisted Treatment can be very effective during inpatient drug rehab and after, depending on the person and the nature of their addiction. After a comprehensive assessment by our on-site, addictions-certified psychiatrist, clients may receive medication assistance for their particular chemical dependency and medical needs, and for any co-occurring diagnoses such as anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
• Mindfulness Meditation has become an important component in alcohol addiction recovery programs across the nation. Multiple studies through the years have shown its effectiveness in treating substance use disorders like alcoholism. With the guidance of our experienced staff, clients at Beach House learn helpful techniques for practicing greater, non-judgmental attentiveness to their inner and outer worlds. Clients can take these tools with them when they leave, with the result that they become more resilient to relapse.
• Yoga, as another evidence-based practice promoting mindfulness and relaxation, yields great benefits for Beach House Clients. Certified yoga instructors lead clients through exercises that increase bodily awareness and holistic well-being (as the healthy integration of mind, body and spirit). Stress is a common trigger of relapse, so yoga can serve clients well as an effective stress-busting tool when they leave our alcohol rehab treatment center.
• 12-Step Peer Support and Life Skills Groups feature prominently in our daily residential treatment program. Studies show that participation in 12-Step recovery groups like Alcoholics Anonymous significantly reduces the likelihood of relapse during the first critical year post-rehab. At Beach House, we offer 12-Step and other peer support options to our clients. Within the safety of these recovery groups, our clients learn crucial life skills pertaining to anger management, trauma-based issues, grief and loss counseling and cravings and relapse prevention.
• Family Therapy is a critical therapeutic dimension to finding freedom from addiction. Our family therapists invite clients’ closest support system into their healing and recovery process, with the understanding that this support network will be an essential safety net post-rehab.
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Studies show that success rates significantly increase the longer someone is engaged in a program of alcohol treatment. Risks of relapse are also highest during the first months of recovery. This is especially true during the first month after detox, when alcohol cravings are strongest due to depleted levels of dopamine, the “feel good” neurotransmitter. We therefore recommend a minimum of 35 days of inpatient alcohol treatment to clients who may not be able to undertake a longer course of treatment.

We provide both comfort medications and scheduled tapers to minimize the discomfort and potentially serious complications of withdrawal. By undergoing medical detox, you increase your chances of achieving early remission and recovery, giving yourself the best chance of reaching your treatment goals.– Medical Director Michael Slifer, MD, PhD