What are the Different Types of Non-12-Step Alcohol Treatment?
• Therapy and Counseling. The core of many alcohol addiction treatment programs is counseling. During individual and group counseling sessions, the individual is given a chance to open up about the origins of their drinking problem, share with other recovering alcoholics, and most importantly find solutions for achieving sobriety and living a sober life. • Alcohol detox. Although detoxification is not a “stand alone” form of alcohol treatment (it must be completed in conjunction with other elements of alcohol rehab) it does play an incredibly vital role in the process. Detox helps the individual overcome their physical addiction to alcohol – and although some withdrawal symptoms may occur – it represents the first step towards cleansing one’s self of alcohol. • Holistic addiction treatment. Many alcoholics enjoy benefits from holistic care that include yoga, massage therapy and even acupuncture. These activities enrich the body and the spirit – giving the individual the strength and ba
