If you have made the decision to seek treatment for substance use, you have already taken a great step in the right direction. But if you have never been to treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) before, you might not know where to start. The good news is that there are many fantastic treatment facilities around the Azusa, California, area to choose from. Pathways Recovery Center is a premier option in the region.
At our facility, we believe that we set ourselves apart from others in many different ways. We pride ourselves on offering the absolute best care available for our clients. At our facility, we recognize that the beginning stages of the recovery process can already be overwhelming and intimidating enough. We want to make sure that we make this process as smooth and comfortable for our clients as possible.
At Pathways Recovery Center, we don’t view our clients as just a number. Rather, we see each client as an individual. We prioritize the whole-person approach to addiction treatment, which encompasses each and every aspect of your well-being.
Likewise, we believe that everyone struggling with addiction deserves to be treated with the utmost dignity and respect. This is why we strive to provide high-quality, highly personalized care. If you choose to seek treatment at our facility, you can rest assured that all your needs will be met efficiently and effectively. Whatever questions you may have along the way will be met to the best of the ability of our team.
Why Should I Choose Pathways Recovery Center? Our Well-Trained Staff
Going through the recovery process for the first time can feel daunting. You likely do not know what to expect, and you may be feeling anxious about the side effects you may experience. The future can seem intimidating and unsure. During this time, it can help to know that the team you have by your side is highly competent, experienced, and able to meet your individual needs.
One reason you should consider Pathways Recovery Center is because of our incredibly compassionate, caring, and well-trained staff. If you choose our facility, you will not be judged or ridiculed. Our facility is a completely safe and judgment-free place where you can feel comfortable navigating the healing process. We will work with you to ensure you are comfortable and understand what is going on each step of the way.
It is normal to have worries and concerns if you are going about this process for the first time. Each one of these concerns will be addressed in a timely manner to make sure that you feel comfortable moving forward. The medical director of our facility, Moses Nasser, DO, is board-certified in both family medicine and addiction medicine.
Dr. Nasser is exactly the type of person you would want by your side as you navigate this journey. Highly trained, with 20 years of experience, he believes in holistic healing as well as treating addiction at the source. This involves deep mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual reflection throughout the healing process.
Why Should I Choose Pathways Recovery Center? Our Alcohol and Drug Detox Program
During the detox process, you will be taking your first step toward breaking free from addiction. It is during this step that your body will rid itself of whatever substances you have become dependent upon. You can then start anew and begin the next step of your healing journey. When you choose Pathways Recovery Center, we will talk you through this process each step of the way.
Going through alcohol or drug detox is a serious and, at times, very complicated process. Everyone’s experience with detox can be different. This is why it is important to be prepared for anything. What exactly you can expect from the detox process is going to be determined by a variety of different factors.
For example, it will be important to consider what type or types of substances you will be detoxing from. This process will also depend upon how long you have been misusing this particular substance and how much of it you typically use on a daily basis. Some substances are more difficult to detox from than others. If you choose Pathways Recovery Center, we can help you detox from the following substances:
- Alcohol
- Opioids
- Heroin
- Meth
- Other narcotics
During detox, withdrawal may occur in some situations and can be severe. Withdrawal is the body’s response to suddenly giving up a substance after becoming dependent upon it for an extended period of time. The side effects of withdrawal are going to depend upon the substance you are detoxing from as well as your dependency upon it. However, there are some withdrawal symptoms that tend to be more common:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Nausea and vomiting
- Paranoia
- Muscle pain or aches
- Changes in appetite
- Trouble sleeping
- Irritability
- Unusual aggression
- Sweating
- Tremors or shaking
- Confusion
- Dilated pupils
- Seizures
Because it is possible for an emergency situation to arise while you are going through detox, it is considered safer to detox in a medically supervised environment. Here at Pathways Recovery Center, our medically trained staff will be readily available around the clock in case an emergency occurs. They will closely monitor your health and can treat your withdrawal side effects as they occur. This can help ensure that this process is as safe as it can be and that you are kept as comfortable as possible.
Why Should I Choose Pathways Recovery Center? A Stable and Secure Environment
When it comes to seeking treatment for SUD, there are going to be multiple different treatment options for you to choose from. For example, there are both inpatient and outpatient treatment options. With outpatient treatment, you would continue living at home but would attend a treatment facility when you are not at work or school. On the other hand, with inpatient treatment, you would stay full-time at our facility until the initial stage of your treatment is complete.
Another reason you should choose Pathways Recovery Center is that we offer highly personalized inpatient care. We believe that this form of treatment is the most effective option for those struggling with SUD because of the structure and various resources it provides. In this form of treatment, every tool that you may need as you go about this process can be found under one roof, which can help to make the process as easy as possible. If you choose Pathways Recovery Center, you won’t just learn how to live without substance use, but you will learn to live to your fullest potential.
Many people who struggle with substance use do not have stable home environments where they can go through the beginning stages of recovery in peace. Maybe they live with people who are also struggling with substance use, but who are unwilling to get help. Or maybe they live in an environment where there is some form of abuse occurring. An unstable home environment can jeopardize your sobriety, especially when it is still in its early stages.
If you choose Pathways Recovery, you will have a safe and stable place where you can begin your recovery process. You won’t have to worry about having to face temptation because there will be no drugs or alcohol present. In addition, you won’t have to worry about coming across people who may try to threaten your sobriety with peer pressure. Everyone you will come in contact with at our facility will be supportive of you and your recovery.
You will also have the guidance you need to secure a stable living environment for when you are ready to leave our facility. We can work with you to find solutions for your future needs. Whether you need to find safe temporary housing until you are back on your feet again, or are looking for a new home within your budget, we can help. We will make sure that by the time you are ready to leave our facility, you will have a concrete plan for the next stage of your life.
Why Should I Choose Pathways Recovery Center? A Supportive Environment
Support plays a very critical role in all aspects of the recovery journey, particularly the early stages. Recovery is not something you are meant to do alone. This is a journey that will require you to lean on others for support when times get challenging. At Pathways Recovery Center, you will have the support you need to navigate the beginning stages of your recovery.
During your time at our facility, you will have the opportunity to attend 12-Step support group meetings. This will give you the chance to not only share your unique story, but to connect with others who are going through the same journey you are. You will be able to form meaningful relationships with people who are working toward the same goal you are, which is lasting sobriety. It is important to note that what is discussed in these meetings is entirely confidential, which means you can rest assured that your privacy will be respected.
At our facility, you will also receive the support you need from one-on-one counseling. During the early stages of your recovery journey, you may be struggling with a lot of conflicting emotions that are difficult to work through on your own. Your therapist will help you process what you are feeling and learn more effective coping mechanisms for negative emotions. This will help to ensure that you will be able to handle future challenges without turning back to substance use to cope.
Why Should I Choose Pathways Recovery Center? Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Yet another reason why you should consider seeking treatment through Pathways Recovery Center is because of our capacity to treat dual diagnoses. You may be wondering, “What qualifies as a dual diagnosis?” A person with a dual diagnosis struggles with a mental health disorder and SUD simultaneously. This is also referred to as a co-existing disorder.
Treating a dual diagnosis is a delicate process because it’s crucial to ensure that neither condition worsens as a result of the treatment of the other. At Pathways Recovery Center, we make sure that no aspect of your health or well-being is overlooked during your time in treatment.
One example of a dual diagnosis would be someone who struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) at the same time. Such a person may have turned to substance use as a way of coping with the pain of their mental health disorder and then struggled to stop drinking. In this situation, it is necessary to not only address the AUD, but the PTSD as well. Without treating the root cause of the addiction, relapse will become more of a risk.
Another example of a dual diagnosis would be a client who struggles with an anxiety disorder and marijuana addiction at the same time. Maybe they first began using marijuana to try to find relief from their anxiety. However, over time, they may have discovered that they cannot relax without it. Through treatment, the root cause of the person’s anxiety can be addressed as well as their marijuana use disorder.
Some other mental health conditions that can play a role in co-existing disorders include:
- Bipolar disorder
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Schizophrenia
- Depression
- Borderline personality disorder (BPD)
Why Should I Choose Pathways Recovery Center? Affordability
One of the many reasons that some people put off seeking treatment for their substance use is because they are afraid of how much it is going to cost them. Finances should never be a factor that would hold one back from being able to receive the care and treatment they need and deserve. This is why at Pathways Recovery Center we offer flexibility when it comes to payment. Not only do we accept many insurance plans, but we can work with you to determine what financial plan is going to be the best option for you.
Some of the insurance programs that we accept include:
- Aetna
- Cigna
- UMR
- GEHA
- Humana
- First Health
- PHCS
If you or one of your family members is serving or has served in the military, you may qualify for a special payment plan. We encourage you to check out the TRICARE West Insurance Coverage page on our website to learn more about this option. This plan can help cover the cost of detox services, inpatient rehab, therapy, counseling, critical medical interventions, and much more.
Those who have served their country should not have to worry about the cost of the medical treatment they deserve.
No matter what your financial situation may be, don’t hesitate to reach out to a member of our team to learn more about our payment options. You don’t even need to have fully decided to participate in our program to learn more about services and payment options. We will be happy to answer any questions that you may have to ensure that you make an informed decision that is right for you.
Why Should I Choose Pathways Recovery Center? A Whole-Person Approach
At Pathways Recovery Center, we attend to all of your needs, including those in the following categories:
- Legal
- Medical
- Emotional
- Family
- Social
- Educational
We won’t just help you to get sober and then send you on your way. Rather, we will make sure that you are equipped with every tool possible to enjoy a healthy, happy, and successful life in recovery. This includes making sure that you have a plan set forth for your continued treatment, as well as your career or education goals. Some additional tools you will have access to at our facility include:
- Relapse education
- Anger management
- Art therapy
- Coping skills development
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Seeking treatment for substance use disorder can feel very daunting. It is one of the many reasons that a lot of people put off seeking treatment for so long. While taking this bold step forward requires courage, it is incredibly worth it and will reward you in more ways than imaginable. Start the new year off on a positive note by seeking treatment today. If you are struggling with substance use disorder, our team at Pathways Recovery Center is here to help. Don’t put off seeking help for even one more day. If you or a loved one is struggling, give us a call at (888) 771-0966 today to learn about the different types of treatment services we provide.
