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Substance Use Disorders

Aftercare Treatment

Aftercare Treatment

There are alternatives to inpatient treatment and detoxification at the outpatient level. Basic substance use disorder treatment often follows Intensive Outpatient (SAIOP) treatment and includes individual and/or group therapy, which we call Aftercare. Aftercare provides support to individuals in recovery who are trying to maintain the progress achieved during SAIOP and prevent relapse.

Wilmington Substance Use Disorder: Aftercare Treatment

Level 1 - Outpatient Treatment

This level of care typically follows rehabilitation or Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient (SAIOP) and is frequently offered several times a week, but less than nine hours per week. Level 1 treatment is organized to enhance your recovery and motivation to continue your recovery.

  • You may be asked to continue working on, or developing, a relapse prevention plan that allows your relapse potential and apply the techniques you have learned
  • Your therapist may also evaluate your personal expectations so that they are in line with your treatment plan and motivation to stay on track with your recovery

Who Is It For?

If you have recently completed IOP and are looking to continue working on your recovery plans, Aftercare treatment may be the right choice for you. Your recovery is an ongoing process that does not stop after you successfully detox or stop using drugs or alcohol.

Important Recovery Statistics

Relapse rates for substance use disorder can be as high as 60%

Therefore, we recommend long-term intervention to facilitate stability, develop accountability, and treat any substance use disorder.

Program Details

Program Duration

3 to 18 months, depending on time spent in SAIOP

Session Requirements

Minimum of 2 sessions per week

Flexible and Accessible Care

Outpatient treatment is a flexible and effective option for those who may not be able to commit to intensive programs, are just beginning their recovery journey, or are seeking added structure. Aftercare is accessible, cost-effective, and supports both mental health and substance use challenges simultaneously.

Additional Support Options

Participants are offered the option to attend support groups such as:

AANASMART Recovery

Why Choose Outpatient Aftercare?

Outpatient treatment is effective and offers flexibility for your recovery journey

Great for busy schedules
Cannot commit to intensive treatment
Have not attempted recovery yet
Looking for added structure and support
Accessible and cost effective
Handle mental health and substance abuse simultaneously

Treatment Tracks

Choose the treatment approach that best fits your recovery needs

Individual Therapy Only

Patients are given access to one-on-one therapy sessions at least once a month where they can build on the progress achieved during detox or IOP and follow a recovery program that is conducted by a trained addiction specialist.

Individual & Group Therapy

Individual therapy is combined with group therapy to help patients connect with others experiencing similar issues in their recovery journey and facilitate sharing to build confidence, coping, and support.

Individual & Group Therapy Mutual Support Group

Therapy focuses on helping patients manage their drug addiction and maintain sobriety while giving the option to attend structured, professionally led mutual support groups or self-help programs to increase abstinence.

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