Skip to content

Options that fit your needs and accept your insurance.

  • Real-time help available 24/7.
  • Instantly check rehab coverage.
  • Personalized admissions guidance.
(888) 674-0062

Confidential Admissions Guidance

Get Help Now

Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School

Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School

Drug Rehab Center in Hilo, Hawaii

  • Opioid Addiction
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School is a licensed and accredited facility in Hawaii offering evidence-based treatment services, specialized programs, and holistic therapies to support individuals in achieving lasting recovery from substance misuse and addiction.

About Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School in Hawaii

Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School in Hilo, Hawaii is a facility dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery from substance misuse and addiction. The mission of the facility is to provide evidence-based treatment services that are personalized to meet the needs of the individuals they serve. The facility has a multidisciplinary team of professionals who employ a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and other approaches to help support individuals in their recovery.

Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School provides comprehensive services for addiction and substance abuse. These include individual and group counseling, case management, and aftercare planning. They also offer specialized services such as relapse prevention, anger management, and family education. Furthermore, the facility provides an array of holistic therapies, including art and music therapy, yoga, and recreational activities, to support individuals in their recovery.

Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care and is licensed by the Hawaii State Department of Health. They have also been the recipient of acclamations such as the 2017 National Health Care Reform Award, honoring their efforts in supporting individuals affected by substance misuse and addiction. The facility is also actively involved in the community and plays an integral role in helping to reduce the stigma surrounding addiction and in educating individuals about the dangers of substance use.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • SAMHSA Listed
  • Multiple Centers
  • Accreditations

    State License

    SAMHSA

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Opioids are a group of drugs that include substances such as heroin, morphine, and oxycodone. These drugs activate opioid receptors in the brain, which produce pleasurable feelings. Opioid addiction occurs when drugs are abused at increasing rates or increasing amounts because the body becomes tolerant of them.

    Opioid addiction is typically diagnosed when drug abuse becomes a typical behavior that interferes with an individual’s ability to function daily. The use of the substance results in consequences like legal problems.

    Treatment for opioid addiction varies depending on each individual’s needs. Some treatments focus on replacing opioids with other drugs that have similar effects of reducing withdrawal symptoms. Other treatments aim to reduce the risk of relapse by providing psychological support or using more natural methods.

    Alcohol Abuse, Dual Diagnosis (Co-Occuring Disorders), Opioid Addiction 

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Outpatient programs offer a lower intensity level of addiction treatment than inpatient facilities. They are ideal for those who have graduated from inpatient facilities, have a supportive home environment, and are motivated to commit to the program. Services offered include medication-assisted treatment, individual and group therapy, and peer group support.

    This treatment is a popular option for those suffering from a lower intensity addiction. It is not advisable for someone who needs to go through a medically supervised detox or does not have a supportive home environment. It requires motivation and dedication to commit to the program without constant monitoring.

    Aftercare Support in drug rehab is crucial because it helps people stay sober after treatment. Aftercare Support in drug rehab is helpful because it provides the recovering person with a support group, including family members, friends, and other peers who are also in recovery.

    The benefits of Aftercare Support are that it provides a pathway that will help people get sober for life. It supports healing at all levels, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Another benefit of Aftercare Support is that participants learn to maintain their sobriety through holistic methods. They learn to modify behaviors individually to have peace of mind, have positive relationships with others, and find peace on the inside.

    Therapies & Programs

    During individual therapy at Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School in , the person in recovery meets with a therapist one on one to go over their situation and learn from past mistakes. The counselor or therapist will use this time to address the causes of addiction, triggers, and any mental issue or dual diagnosis. They will also address aftercare plans, giving them the best chances of long-term sobriety.

    This therapeutic process is very intense and challenging to go through. Some clients may find it easier to open up with someone apart from their family or loved ones who understand their struggles and experience with addiction.

    The process of going through couple’s therapy at Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School in allows for both partners to be on the same page regarding addiction recovery. Whether one or both members of the couple struggled with addiction, they can improve their odds of sobriety by undergoing this treatment together. This therapeutic environment teaches how to communicate effectively and avoid relapse triggers while building healthy lifestyles that may help maintain sobriety following graduation from rehab programs.

    Family therapy is designed to help addicts get clean and sober by using what they love the most; their family. Most drug treatment centers make it mandatory that the addict’s family attend therapy sessions, which is great because having everyone there to support them makes it much easier for them to get clean. Not only are they surrounded by people who want them to get better, but everyone is there because they want the best for them, not because they feel like they have to be.

    Drug addicts are often surrounded by resentful or uneducated family members who would, at times, rather see them stay addicted because it makes their own lives easier. Sometimes they don’t understand what the addiction is or how they play a part in it. They know that during and after the addict’s sobriety journey, they will face challenges and changes that they aren’t sure how to handle. This can be very tough for an addict to go through on their own, which is why it’s so important that they have the support of their family. Just because someone is an addict does not mean that they don’t deserve the love and support of those around them.

    Addicts in Hilo, HI can find support in group therapy at Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School by finding peers who understand their situation and being held accountable. They also learn to develop faith, understanding, and insight into their addiction through shared conversations.

    Group Therapy is employed by drug treatment centers to provide the recovering addict with a platform to talk about their feelings and experiences. It also provides for an opportunity to learn from other addicts who have successfully overcome their addiction. It is recommended that all group members be recovering addicts for this type of therapy to work.

    Trauma therapy allows people who struggled with a past trauma to face the situation and learn from it. Many people go through traumatic events at an early age that later leads them into addiction as adults. By addressing this issue during treatment at Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School in [/type], you can move forward with your recovery process and take back control of your sober future, too!

    Traumas are one of the most common causes of psychological disorders such as Addiction Disorder. It’s often found among those diagnosed with Addictive Disorders because traumatized individuals have strong emotions or thoughts related to their traumas, leading to addictive behaviors.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps addicts comprehend the causes of their substance abuse and the consequences that follow. The treatment’s goal is to help addicts gain self-control and maintain abstinence from drugs and alcohol over the long term. Through CBT, clients learn to recognize and avoid high-risk situations and cope with challenging situations when they arise.

    Many people who struggle with addiction in Hilo, Hawaii also have trouble managing their daily responsibilities after treatment. With this type of therapy, addicts are taught how to manage their time, attain specific goals, and take care of all facets of their lives without the influence of drugs or alcohol.

    During these sessions, therapists will work with addicts to identify personal values and goals. They will then help addicts set goals for achieving those values and standards. In the process, therapists help addicts develop strategies for fulfilling their goals and successfully managing their responsibilities.

    In many cases, this type of therapy is used in conjunction with other types of addiction treatment services to address specific issues that affect a recovering addict’s ability to stay sober.

    Aftercare, Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), Couples Therapy, Drug Rehab, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Life Skills, Motivational Interviewing, Outpatient Treatment (OP), Residential Long Term (>30 Days), Trauma Therapy

    Big Island Substance Abuse Council Associated Centers

    Discover treatment facilities under the same provider.

    Learn More About Big Island Substance Abuse Council Centers

    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School Location and Directions
    Address Information200 West Puainako street
    Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Phone Number(808) 969-9994 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
    Staff Verified

    Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School Patient Reviews

    There are no reviews yet. Be the first one to write one.

    Hilo, Hawaii Addiction Information

    Hawaii has one of the highest rates of drug abuse in the nation. Methamphetamines and marijuana are the most common drugs involved in drug-related crimes in Hawaii. The state loses $500 million every year due to methamphetamine abuse, according to the Hawaii Meth Project. More than 1 million prescriptions for prescription drugs are given out every year.

    Hawaii has one of the highest rates of drug abuse in the nation. According to the 2012 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 1.9% of people 12 or older in Hawaii used methamphetamine in the past year. There were also 681,000 active marijuana users during that same period time. Some centers specialize in a specific type of treatment, such as 12-step programs or faith-based programs.

    Treatment in Nearby Cities
    Centers near Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School
    556 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
    Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Keaau
    16-179 Melekahiwa Street, Keaau, HI, 96749
    Ku Aloha Ola Mau - Keaau
    15 15-1926 Puakalo 30th street, Keaau, HI 96749
    The Exclusive Hawaii
    31-631 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Hakalau, HI, 96710
    ACCESS Capabilities Pahoa
    15-2874 Pahoa Road, Pahoa, HI, 96778
    North Hawaii Adult Mental Health - Waimea Clinic
    67 67-5189 Kamamalu street, Kamuela, HI 96743
    Lokahi Treatment Center - Kailua Kona
    76-6225 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI, 96740
    Hawaii Island Recovery
    75-170 Hualalai Road, Kailua Kona, HI, 96740
    Hawaii Island Recovery
    75-170 Hualalai Road C311a, Kailua Kona, HI 96740


    The facility name, logo and brand are the property and registered trademarks of Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School, and are being used for identification and informational purposes only. Use of these names, logos and brands shall not imply endorsement. RehabNow.org is not affiliated with or sponsored by Big Island Substance Abuse Council - Waiakea Intermediate School.