Inpatient treatment, sometimes called residential treatment, is the highest level of rehab services for patients who are diagnosed with alcohol addiction or other drug addiction (known medically as substance use disorder). Inpatient rehab programs often include medical detox as well as integrated mental health services.
At Pura Vida Recovery Services, inpatient treatment for substance abuse begins with learning about your specific situation. Our treatment team will evaluate your medical health, mental health and substance use history to design an individualized drug or alcohol treatment plan for you. With your permission, our rehab staff may also talk with your family members and consult with professionals you might already be working with to help address any related challenges you may be facing.
Because addiction is a disease that affects your body, mind, and spirit, we bring a multidisciplinary team of clinicians together to create a holistic healing plan for you. This means that your licensed team members for residential treatment may include:
Physicians
Nurse Practitioners
Psychologists
Licensed marriage and family therapists
Certified addiction counselors
Nutritionists
Wellness and fitness specialists
How does detox work as part of inpatient rehab?
Detox is the first step in helping your brain and body heal from substance abuse. Your detox process will begin with evaluations by our medical doctors and nurse practitioner to determine which, if any, medical interventions are needed.
Drug and alcohol detox involves flushing chemicals from your body that have built up through extended substance use, which can be an uncomfortable experience without the right medical care to help ease discomfort and/or drug cravings. Pura Vida Recovery Services medical staff will work closely with you during detox to evaluate your level of discomfort and provide you with medications, if needed, to address any discomfort or cravings.
During the detox process, you will be medically monitored around-the-clock until medical staff determine you are stable enough to focus on rehab programming and activities at which point you will step down to inpatient treatment.
What happens in inpatient drug and alcohol rehab?
Following detox, you will move into a residential treatment unit where you will meet your treatment peers and participate in rehab services and activities. At Pura Vida Recovery Services treatment centers, inpatient drug rehab activities may include:
Group therapy to address substance use
Individual substance use assessments and therapy
Integrated co-occurring mental health services
Individual mental health assessments and therapy
Medical appointments
Wellness and fitness activities
Family program participation
Nutritional assessment
Spiritual care
Educational and experiential workshops
Continuing care planning
Our drug and alcohol addiction treatment programs are based on science, evidence and our experience of what works best in helping people get sober and stay sober. Pura Vida Recovery Services continues to evolve and advance the use of evidence-based treatments and therapies in order to provide our clients with the best opportunity for long-term recovery from substance use disorder. Some of the evidence-based treatments our clinicians use include:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Trauma Informed Care
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Interpersonal Therapy
Medication Assisted Treatment
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Enhancement Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Psychoeducational Groups
Twelve Step Facilitation
Continuing Care Planning
Inpatient addiction treatment focuses on stabilization and assessment of your health to ensure you are ready to learn about core recovery concepts and to begin practicing recovery principles in your daily life. Each day, you will be given a schedule of treatment activities, appointments and services tailored to meet your specific recovery needs and goals. Learn more about what happens during a typical day of inpatient addiction treatment.
How do I know if I need residential treatment for substance abuse?
There are a lot of factors you’ll want to consider. For starters, here are three questions to ask yourself:
Am I at high risk of experiencing drug or alcohol withdrawal symptoms?
Have I had a relapse after getting sober?
Have I already tried a less intensive level of drug or alcohol treatment?
If you answered “Yes” to at least one of the questions above, residential treatment may be for you. Give us a call today to get started at 707.879.8432 or email us at [email protected].
You will also want to consider what’s best for your overall mental health needs. Most patients who come to Pura Vida Recovery Services for inpatient rehab also struggle with a co-occurring mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It’s really helpful (and most effective in the long-term) to address all of your challenges in an integrated and holistic way during addiction treatment.
Another factor to consider in choosing between an inpatient and outpatient rehab center is whether you have a healthy and supportive home environment where your recovery will be a priority. If you do, outpatient treatment could be a good fit. Otherwise, a residential treatment program can provide you with that essential sense of community and mutual support.
How long is inpatient alcohol rehab?
At Pura Vida Recovery Services, your length of stay in inpatient alcohol or drug rehab will be based on specific clinical milestones. Our clinical team will work with you and your family as well as your insurance provider to come up with the best care plan and timetable for you. It’s helpful to remember that addiction doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a gradual process. Recovery will take time, too.
When you are discharged from inpatient treatment, you will receive recommendations for follow-up care and ongoing recovery support. These are practices and resources to help you strengthen your sobriety over the long-term and reduce the risk of relapse. Like diabetes or hypertension, addiction is a chronic disease. Regaining your health means learning to manage your symptoms, first within the structure of an inpatient rehab program and eventually in your home environment where you are responsible for maintaining your recovery.
How much does inpatient addiction treatment cost?
The cost of inpatient rehab programs depends on the treatment center selected, the level of clinical care recommended, and the length of time in treatment. The amount you pay will also depend on whether you’re able to access insurance benefits to help cover the cost or if you’re paying out-of-pocket. Pura Vida Recovery Services is in-network with most insurance carriers, and most of our clients use their health insurance benefits to help cover treatment costs. Insurance policies and benefits vary greatly, so let us help you navigate your coverage.
How do I start the admissions process for inpatient rehab at Pura Vida Recovery Services?
Your first step is to call our Admissions Team at 707.879.8432 for a confidential phone assessment. You will talk with a recovery expert who will determine whether drug or alcohol treatment is needed. If treatment is recommended, our recovery expert will talk with you about the most appropriate level of care and work with you to coordinate insurance benefits. If it is determined that you are in need of alcohol and drug treatment, our Admissions Team will reach out to you to schedule an intake. We are partnered with Recovery Transportation Services (RTS) which provides Lyft rides for individuals needing help with transportation.
California Department of Health Care Services Program Certification #: 490041AP Exp: 4/30/2025
California Department of Health Care Services Detoxification Facility License #: 490041BP Exp: 7/31/2025
