When you enroll in a substance abuse rehab program, the first steps involve intake and assessment processes. The intake process focuses on preparing you for treatment. This includes providing the rehab center with your medical history, identification documents, information about your addiction, payment details, and emergency contacts. Shortly after the intake, a healthcare provider will assess you to evaluate your addiction and determine the types of treatment you may be eligible for.
The next step in rehab is to discuss your care plan with your provider. Reputable addiction treatment centers tailor their treatment plans to the individual. In other words, your treatment plan will be unique to you to address your specific needs. You and your provider may discuss what types of treatment you are interested in and/or may benefit from. Typically, your treatment plan is reassessed throughout the recovery process and adjusted based on your needs and progress.
Next, you will begin the rehabilitation program. You will likely start with medical detoxification and then follow your treatment schedule. Inpatient rehab programs adhere to strict treatment schedules to help patients establish a routine.
Your schedule will carve out time for each treatment service you are set to receive, as well as downtime and time for group activities in some cases. For example, your schedule may include time for individual therapy, group counseling, provider assessments, and more. Depending on where you choose to receive treatment, you may experience a different treatment timeline, but generally, these are the phases of rehab you’ll go through.