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Defying the Odds

Drug Rehab Center in College Park, Georgia

  • Substance Abuse
  • Drug Addiction

Defying the Odds is a substance abuse treatment facility that provides personalized services and treatment plans, including therapy, medication management, and education to help individuals overcome their addiction and build healthy habits, and has received recognition for their innovative approach to addiction treatment.

About Defying the Odds in Georgia

Defying the Odds, located in College Park, Georgia, is a substance abuse treatment facility that specializes in providing individuals with the necessary tools to break free of addiction and substance abuse. This facility offers comprehensive services and treatment plans tailored to the individual's unique needs. Defying the Odds is dedicated to helping those manage their addiction, develop healthy habits, and build momentum towards a successful recovery.

At Defying the Odds, they offer a variety of services to address the issues of addiction, including individual and group therapy, relapse prevention and aftercare, and medication management. The facility also offers education and counseling to help individuals develop their skills and learn strategies for overcoming their addiction. This includes cognitive behavioral therapy and other therapies to help individuals manage their emotions and improve coping skills. Additionally, the facility provides a 12-Step program which emphasizes self-help and attending support groups.

Defying the Odds is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities and is a licensed facility in the state of Georgia. Additionally, the staff consists of certified and licensed professionals who are dedicated to helping individuals in their recovery journey. Defying the Odds was also recently awarded The Georgia Association for Addiction Professionals’ Excellence in Practice Award for their innovative and effective approach to addiction treatment.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance abuse is the excessive use of any drug. This includes alcohol, medications, and illegal drugs. Substance abuse is treated with a combination of physical and mental treatments. Patients detox and follow up with therapies that target the underlying cause of the addiction. Substance abuse is a severe problem that can be successfully treated with a variety of therapies. Defying the Odds treatment uses a combination of therapies along with other resources to overcome substance abuse.

    Levels of Care Offered

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

    Inpatient treatment for alcoholism or drug addiction is an option that provides the addict with a supportive environment in which they can stop using. This type of treatment is appropriate for addicts that are most in need of intensive care and supervision. This includes those who were unable to quit on their own, those who need more structure than they can get in outpatient treatment.

    Therapies & Programs

    No single treatment works for all addicts; therefore, the goal of treatment and therapy should be to find what works best for each individual. Some people requiring addiction treatment may only need a few weeks of inpatient care. Others will require long-term residential care. Tolerance and withdrawal levels vary from person to person and thus affect the intensity of the treatment needed.

    If an individualized approach to treatment and therapy is not offered, addicts may fail to reap benefits from their efforts. Professionals must customize plans according to their patient’s needs, limitations, and strengths. The goal of all forms of addiction treatment should be for addicts to find healthy ways to cope with their addiction and its underlying causes.

    Group therapy is held in a safe, controlled setting where patients can feel comfortable sharing their struggles and gaining perspective through shared conversations. It takes place in a group rather than one on one to prevent feelings of isolation or being unique in their situation while creating an environment for addicts at Defying the Odds to develop fellowship, accountability, and support. Group therapy is an important tool in recovery that prevents cravings that prompt a return to active addiction.

    Drug Rehab, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Inpatient Treatment, Residential Long Term (>30 Days)

    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Defying the Odds Location and Directions
    Address Information5526 Old National Highway Colle
    College Park, Georgia 30349 Phone Number(404) 209-7258 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    College Park, Georgia Addiction Information

    Prescription opioid use has caused a large increase in the total amount of overdoses in Georgia. Almost 12% of the Georgia population uses illicit drugs each year, and slightly over 3.5% also abuses alcohol at the same time. This does not include those who binge-drink at least once a month, which includes 20% of all Georgians.

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