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Experience high-quality medical drug & alcohol
detox services for professionals and executives.

Professionals

Experience high-quality medical drug & alcohol
detox services for professionals and executives.

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Professionals and Addiction

Our Professionals Program

Professionals and Addiction

Acknowledging an unhealthy or toxic relationship with drugs or alcohol and taking the first steps towards seeking professional treatment at a detox program in Texas is vital to safe and successful recovery. Unfortunately, even though you may know that professional addiction treatment is necessary to help you overcome addiction, there may be notable barriers that stop you from going to rehab. One common barrier is employment. Many working professionals cannot take time away from their business or place of employment to seek help at a substance abuse program like the Dallas Detox Center.

Depending on their unique obligations, executives and other working professionals may be concerned about losing their jobs should their employer learn about their addiction or mental health concerns. Business owners may worry about how their business will operate if they are out of the office for an extended time. These, and more, are common concerns for high-level professionals in the business community.

Rehab for executives and working professionals offer the opportunity to take the first steps towards sobriety while imparting a minimal impact on both your personal and professional lives. Choosing a detox program for executives can help alleviate many of these concerns. 

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Can Work Stress Lead to Drug Abuse in the Office?

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Can Work Stress Lead to Drug Abuse in the Office?

There are many reasons why someone may begin drinking or using drugs. One of the primary reasons is the inability to manage stress in safe and healthy ways. When a person cannot use (or does not have) healthy coping mechanisms, they may instead use drugs or alcohol

 to manage stressors, trauma, and other substance use triggers.

When people use drugs and alcohol to unwind or feel calm, they may begin to develop a tolerance to the effects of the substance leading to more drug or alcohol consumption. Unfortunately, this can quickly spiral into drug abuse and cause the development of addiction (substance use disorder).

Some jobs are highly stressful by nature. Dangerous jobs such as firefighting, police work, and emergency medical services may entail physical injuries and daily exposure to hazardous situations. Other stressors experienced in these professions can include shift work, which interferes with one’s ability to sleep and engage in self-care. All of these stressors can lead to job burnout and substance abuse problems.

High-stress jobs do not just involve first responders. Doctors and nurses who deal with sick patients and other challenges of providing healthcare daily also have an increased risk of developing an addiction due to stress. Nurses often interact with people during emotionally trying times, while doctors have a hectic daily schedule. As a result, stress and substance abuse go hand in hand.

Other job types, such as those listed above, can also be high-stress. Several responsibilities accompany all kinds of employment descriptions. Lawyers, accountants, project managers, business managers, operations managers, and more all have unique stressors associated with their jobs. 

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What are the Benefits of a Rehab Program for Professionals?

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What are the Benefits of a Rehab Program for Professionals?

Luxury executive rehab programs are designed specifically to meet the needs of executives and working professionals who need specialized addiction treatment care. Most of these programs include luxury features not commonly found in traditional rehab facilities. 

Confidentiality

It is essential to clarify that confidentiality is a requirement of all treatment programs, whether traditional or executive rehab. The only people who know about someone’s attendance at a drug or alcohol rehab program are the individual, their treatment team, and anyone the person chooses to share treatment decisions with. Executive rehabs are often located in secluded or gated settings, increasing security and confidentiality.

Business Amenities

Executive rehab centers provide workspaces, meeting rooms, and access to the internet and phones. In some traditional rehab programs, these options are not provided (or available) as they can interfere with treatment. In the case of clients at an executive rehab program, these features are essential and allow the patient to continue to operate their business while working through the steps of their treatment program. 

High-End Services and a Wide Range of Therapies

Executive rehab programs typically offer high-end luxury services for their patients. Some examples include spa treatments, yoga, meditation classes, private trainers, gourmet chefs, and larger, more spacious private rooms.

Detoxification

Detoxification or detox is typically the first part of any recovery program, whether executive rehab or traditional rehab. For someone to successfully immerse themselves in therapy and work towards sobriety, they must cleanse their system of drugs and alcohol. The detox process involves withdrawal, which occurs when someone ceases using all substances. The withdrawal process can produce a wide range of unpleasant symptoms as the body works to rid the system of the influence of substances. Withdrawing from certain substances, such as alcohol and opioids, can also produce dangerous, potentially fatal side effects, and for this reason, medically assisted detox is highly recommended to ensure safety.

Psychotherapy

Once detox is complete, the treatment or therapeutic phase of drug and alcohol recovery can begin. The treatment phase may involve the use of group or individual therapy sessions. The primary purpose of therapy is to determine the psychological reasons behind a person’s use of drugs or alcohol.

During therapy sessions, participants learn and practice coping mechanisms and relapse prevention techniques to help them adequately manage stressful situations without turning to drugs or alcohol. Examples of effective therapy models used in addiction treatment include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing. 

Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Having a dual diagnosis means you experience symptoms of a mental health condition and a substance use disorder simultaneously. It is often challenging for treatment professionals to know how to address dual diagnosis disorders because the symptoms of the separate illnesses are highly intertwined, and many symptoms overlap. It is necessary to address both conditions during the same treatment program at a dual diagnosis treatment center in Dallas to ensure the highest opportunity for successful recovery. 

Treatment providers at a rehab for professionals specializing in dual diagnosis treatment will work with you to develop a program that identifies and addresses the underlying mental health conditions (such as stress and anxiety) that may have contributed to harmful coping behaviors like drug and alcohol use. A dual diagnosis treatment program can help you better understand the impacts of self-medication while teaching you safer and more effective coping strategies to use when facing similar future triggers.

Fewer Patients

Treatment programs that cater to the executive population often have fewer patients and a lower staff-to-patient ratio. The smaller number of patients also comes at a higher cost than traditional rehab programs; however, it also provides a more personalized level of care.

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Can You Still Work
in Rehab?

Executive and professional rehabs offer a way for working professionals to seek and receive addiction treatment while remaining connected to their businesses and family. Many executive rehab programs provide amenities that are not typically incorporated into traditional rehab programs. Executive rehabs offer access to the business amenities that many working professionals need to continue daily business operations. Examples include workspaces, meeting rooms, internet access, and personal cellular phones.

Dallas Detox's Executive Detox
Program

If you are ready to quit drinking or overcome drug addiction and wonder if an executive detox program in Dallas is right for you, contact us at Dallas Detox Center today for more information about our professional detox program in Texas.