Essex Alcohol & Drug Rehab Options

Essex Alcohol & Drug Rehab Options

Essex Addiction Treatment Resources

Essex is the 2nd most populated city in Chittenden County. As of 2019, it has a population of 21,225. Essex Junction, a small village, is a part of Essex and has the most frequented Amtrak station in the state of Vermont. It is also home to Vermont’s largest private employer, GlobalFoundries.

With its small population, Essex isn’t a large city with many medical centers, so you may be worried about how many options you’ll have for drug rehab in Essex, Vermont. However, there are several great rehab centers within a 150-mile radius of the city. Some of them are out of state but are still only a two-hour drive away. It’s common for people all across the U.S. to travel out of state to receive drug addiction treatment. Choosing the right drug rehab that appeals to you is important for a successful recovery.

Drug Use Statistics in Vermont

In recent years, Vermont has increased its drug addiction treatment capacity. New rehab centers were opened, including a women’s residential rehab and a medication-assisted treatment center. A rehab program was set up to address the needs of people who are 60 years old and older as well. Despite this, the drug use in Vermont has remained problematic. In 2019, almost 7.8% of people in Vermont who were 65 years old or older engaged in risky alcohol drinking, compared to the national average of 7.2%.

In the past three years, overdose fatalities have increased 52%, from 13.1 to 19.9 deaths per 100,000 people.

Marijuana use has increased in Vermont as 18% of adults were using marijuana in 2016 compared to 13% in 2013. Approximately 25% of fatal motor vehicle crashes in 2017 involved marijuana. Although marijuana is believed by many people to be a fairly safe drug, it’s possible to become psychologically addicted. Some people find that their lives suffer as a result of their marijuana use. They may fail to keep up with work responsibilities and become depressed.

Opioids have also been an increasing problem in Vermont as well. Fentanyl-related deaths increased eightfold from 2011 to 2017. Some drug traffickers in the Northeast sell fentanyl disguised as heroin or heroin laced with fentanyl. Fentanyl is highly addictive and can cause death when it’s combined with other substances or taken in high doses. An estimated 15-20,000 people with opioid-specific substance use disorder are waiting for treatment.

The number of treatment admissions for heroin in Vermont increased from 489 in 2011 to 2,877 in 2014 and 6,178 in 2019. We urge anyone who struggles with substance use to seek treatment. Alcohol is a legal drug, and it takes many people by surprise when they develop a substance use disorder. Addiction is a problem that can happen to anyone. Don’t allow feelings of embarrassment or shame stop you from receiving the help you need.

The statistics currently available show that the 111 drug overdose deaths in the state of Vermont in 2019 represent a 15% decrease from 130 deaths in 2018. The rate of death in 2019 is 17.7 fatalities per 100,000 Vermonters, which is still a very troubling statistic.

Is There Something You Can Do to Decrease Your Chance of Becoming Addicted?

Most drugs simply aren’t safe to use even once due to how addictive they are. Cocaine and meth are examples of drugs that should never be used. Alcohol may be safe to drink in moderation, but you can reduce your chances of becoming addicted to alcohol by never drinking as a way of handling unpleasant emotions or situations. It’s recommended to work on developing healthy stress management and emotion regulation skills. A therapist can help you in learning these techniques.

When you go through a challenging life situation that has you feeling overwhelmed, see a therapist for guidance in overcoming it. Therapy isn’t just for people who have mental disorders; it’s also there for getting through life transitions and grief.

Signs That You’re Addicted to a Drug

If you use a mind-altering substance, the warning signs you’ve developed an addiction include:

  • Thinking about how you’ll obtain more of the drug and when you’ll use it again
  • Borrowing or stealing money to buy more of the drug or alcohol
  • Seeing more than one doctor in order to get more prescription medication
  • Using your prescription drug when you’re not supposed to be taking it anymore
  • Having no interest in things you once enjoyed
  • Having a new set of friends with whom you take drugs
  • Feeling tired, sick or depressed after the drug’s effects have worn off
  • Having a loved one express concerns over your substance use or changed behavior
  • Needing a progressively higher dose

If you’re experiencing any of these signs of addiction, we recommend that you look into drug rehab programs. You can continue working while attending an outpatient rehab program if your addiction is mild. Addiction worsens over time, so you want to get help immediately whether your addiction is in the beginning stages or something that’s been in motion for years. It’s never too early or too late to enroll in a drug rehab program.

How to Overcome Drug Addiction

You must go through a drug rehab program to overcome addiction. The professionals at drug rehab centers specialize in treating addiction. They use evidence-based tactics to help you break the addiction and stay sober once you complete the program. You may have deeply rooted emotional issues behind why you use substances. Your therapist in the drug addiction treatment program will help you uncover the root causes behind your substance use. Having an understanding of why you became addicted empowers you to overcome the addiction and maintain lifelong sobriety.

Why Should You Seek Treatment for Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions?

Addiction is a condition that gets worse with time. Severe addictions start off as mild, and there are often deep-rooted issues you’ll need therapy to work through in order to prevent a relapse. Stress is a trigger for addiction. If you were to quit using the substance on your own, you might find yourself using it again whenever life becomes too stressful. Many substances are virtually impossible to stop on your own because the grip they have on your body and mind is strong. You need medical detox and counseling to loosen the substance’s grip on you and learn how to stay sober.

Addiction often hurts your interpersonal relationships as well. You may have harmed people you love while under the influence or as a result of the addiction. Seeking treatment for addiction will help you stop hurting the people who love you. Addiction also interferes with your career. You simply can’t perform at your best when you’re addicted to a substance. Even “functioning alcoholics” reach a point at which they can no longer keep it up. Don’t wait for that to happen to you because it’s painful to go through. Seek treatment now to protect your career and your future.

Even if you don’t currently know what career you want to pursue, you can figure this out while at a drug rehab center. Therapists often use cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing to help patients set goals that are important to them. When you have something to work toward that matters to you, it becomes easier to stay sober.

Lastly, you deserve to be happy and in control of your life. Everyone makes mistakes, but what matters is that they don’t endlessly beat themselves up over it. Allow yourself to seek the treatment you need to regain control over your life and to feel happy again.

What Are Your Treatment Options?

You could enroll in a residential, partial hospitalization or an outpatient program to overcome any type of drug addiction. Depending on what substance you’re using, how often, and for how long, you may need a detox.

Most addiction treatment centers provide detox services. During detox, you’ll be checked on regularly by medical staff to ensure that everything is going smoothly. It’s normal to experience withdrawal symptoms during detox, but the doctors can give you medication to ease the symptoms. Alcohol, heroin and prescription opioids require detox to get the toxins out of your body.

Residential rehab, also referred to as inpatient rehab, involves staying at the rehab center for one to three months. This is helpful because it keeps you in a safe environment away from temptations to use the drug. It takes 30 to 100 days to build a new habit, and staying in residential rehab is the easiest way to begin the new habit of sobriety. Another benefit of residential drug rehab is you often have access to therapists and doctors at all hours if they’re needed.

Partial hospitalization programs allow you to stay at home, but you’ll be required to receive four to six hours of treatment multiple times a week at the treatment center. This is a good option if you need a high level of care, but you don’t want to choose residential rehab. Some people also like stepping down into a partial hospitalization program after residential rehab to have more confidence in themselves that they’ll stay sober once returning home.

Outpatient treatment programs require treatment at the center nine to 20 hours a week. Their flexibility means that you can probably manage to continue working while attending an outpatient treatment program. We recommend stepping down into an outpatient program after residential rehab to stay on the recovery path. Outpatient programs can last two months to a year.

Two of the best rehab centers for people in Essex are Green Mountain Treatment Center and New Freedom Academy. These facilities are in New Hampshire, but you may like the thought of traveling out of state to literally breathe fresh air while recovering from addiction.

Green Mountain Treatment Center

Green Mountain Treatment Center is a scenic location near the White Mountains. Holistic therapies available include experiential adventure therapy, gym work, yoga and meditation. There’s an onsite gym to get back on track with your workout routine or to begin a fitness routine as part of your commitment to a healthy life. An onsite chef prepares delicious, nutritious meals to support your recovery during your stay.

Green Mountain Treatment Center has gender-separate accommodations and programs, so you can feel completely at ease during treatment. Studies have found that both men and women benefit from gender-specific rehab programs. The challenges men and women face are quite different, and they can relax more easily when the opposite sex isn’t in the group.

Another helpful aspect of Green Mountain Treatment Center is that you’ll be paired with a current resident who’s further along in their recovery to assist you in adjusting to the center. Green Mountain Treatment Center also incorporates 12-step curriculum into its approach, so if 12-step treatment appeals to you, you’ll probably find this rehab a good match.

New Freedom Academy

New Freedom Academy is located in the countryside where you can let go of all your stresses and focus on creating your new life free from addictive substances. Gender-separate living accommodations are provided, so you’ll feel safe and comfortable. Holistic therapies available at New Freedom Academy include physical exercise, yoga and meditation. Nutritious chef meals are also prepared for residents. You can participate in bowling, paintball and mini golf outings. There are also weekly offsite family recovery workshops.

You won’t feel like you’re in a hospital while staying at New Freedom Academy, yet you’ll definitely receive a high level of professional drug addiction treatment. Evidence-based therapies incorporated into treatment include cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and dialectical behavior therapy. Co-occurring mental disorder treatment is also available at New Freedom Academy. Some people who have substance use disorder also have another mental disorder, so treating both mental health issues is important for a successful recovery.

CONTACT US TO GET THE HELP YOU NEED

If you want to visit one of our New England drug rehab centers, please contact us at Granite Recovery Centers. Our experts will work with you to find a
high-quality treatment option that meets your needs. We strive to provide a holistic level of treatment with evidence-based care, giving you the help
necessary to regain your sobriety for good.