Drug rehab in Miami

Drug addiction, which clinicians call substance use disorder, changes how the brain handles reward, stress and self-control. That’s why “just stopping” is so hard, and why treatment works better than willpower alone.

Find your substance

Each drug affects the body differently, so the safest first step and the most effective treatment vary. Choose one to learn more:

Common signs of drug addiction

Signs look different for every substance and every person, but these patterns show up again and again:

• Using more, or more often, than intended, and failing to cut back
• Cravings, or spending a lot of time getting, using and recovering
• Missing work or school, or pulling away from family and friends
• Money problems, secrecy, or prescriptions running out early
• Needing more to get the same effect (tolerance)
• Feeling sick, anxious or depressed when the drug wears off (withdrawal)
• Continuing despite health, legal or relationship problems

If you’re noticing these in a loved one, our family guide can help you plan what to say.

How drug addiction is treated

Effective treatment treats the whole person: the body, the mind and the life around them. It usually combines several of these:

• Medical detox for substances with dangerous or very uncomfortable withdrawal, such as opioids and benzodiazepines.
• Behavioral therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and contingency management, which rewards progress and is especially effective for stimulants.
• Medication, which is the standard of care for opioid use disorder and helps with alcohol use disorder too.
• Treatment for mental health conditions like depression, anxiety or PTSD, at the same time.
• Family involvement and recovery support after the program ends.

Programs range from 24/7 residential care to a few hours a week. See how they compare on our levels of care page.

How to choose a program in South Florida

South Florida has hundreds of programs, and quality varies. Before you commit, ask:

• Is the program licensed by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)?
• Is it accredited by The Joint Commission or CARF?
• Does it offer medication for opioid and alcohol use disorder, or work with someone who does?
• Who treats mental health conditions, and how often will I see a licensed therapist?
• What happens after discharge, and is the sober living they recommend certified?
• What will I owe after insurance, in writing?

We check these things for you and only point you to licensed providers. That’s the whole point of calling us first.