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University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences

University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences

Drug Rehab Center in Cincinnati, Ohio

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

The University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences provides top-tier, accredited, evidence-based drug rehab programs tailored to individual needs with experienced addiction specialists and therapists dedicated to helping people achieve a safe and comfortable withdrawal, dual-diagnosis treatment, and flexible outpatient care.

About This Ohio Facility

The University of Cincinnati's Addiction Sciences program provides comprehensive services to individuals in Cincinnati, Ohio who struggle with alcoholism, opioid addiction, drug addiction, and dual diagnosis. It offers a wide variety of treatments and methods administered by dedicated professionals, including Detox, Outpatient Treatment (OP), Residential Long Term Care (>30 days), Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Substance Use Counseling, Medication Management, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).

The Addiction Sciences program is accredited by SAMHSA, and accepts Private Health Insurance. Their aim is to maintain an individualized atmosphere that focuses on the combination of prevention, treatment and recovery services encompassing the whole person, while emphasizing the unique needs of each patient. Having an experienced team of clinicians and support staff experienced in working with individuals afflicted with substance abuse issues, they strive to promote sustainable recovery through personalized care and customized plans tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

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
  • Accreditations

    SAMHSA

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance abuse typically leads to addiction, which requires specialized treatment programs at University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences to address. Many people benefit from inpatient drug rehabilitation, which includes inpatient acute care and residential rehabilitation. Other levels of care include intensive outpatient therapy, individual counseling, and support groups. Family therapy is also an essential part of treatment for substance abuse.

    A combination of treatments is often needed to treat drug abuse issues effectively. In the case of drug abuse, there is no easy answer or one-size-fits-all cure.

    Opioids are a series of medicines that are used for pain relief. Opioid addiction refers to the compulsive pursuit of opioids, even though they are not medically needed. Medication-assisted therapy at University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences in Cincinnati, OH requires care in which both medications, medication, and behavioral treatments are used.

    Substance use disorder falls under two categories: Alcohol or Drug Abuse and Drug Dependence. An individual suffering from a substance use disorder and mental health disorders is said to have a co-occurring disorder or a dual disorder.

    Individuals with substance use disorders and mental health problems are said to suffer from a ‘dual diagnosis’. The most frequently identified mental health issues found in individuals with substance use disorders include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder.

    Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis (Co-Occuring Disorders), Medication Management, Opioid Addiction, Substance Abuse 

    Levels of Care Offered at University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences

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

    Detox is a drug rehab process that is designed to remove the drug addict from the drug safely. The problem with solely using detox as a sobriety tool is that it alone provides no therapy or counseling. If a person goes through detox and returns to their everyday life, they may begin using again once the detox has worn off.

    Detox does not help with cravings, so for some addicts, this can be extremely difficult and should be both done and supervised by medical professionals. Aftercare is crucial, so selecting a facility that offers additional services is important.

    When remaining at their job in Cincinnati, or continuing their studies, the individual may live with their family while utilizing University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences‘s outpatient services. Treatment requires counseling the patient at the individual level, in a group setting, about substance addiction, drugs, and therapy sessions.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual professional counseling or individual therapy refers to the one-on-one interaction between a patient and his or her counselor at University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences in Cincinnati, Ohio. Individual therapy allows for more privacy, one that group interactions can’t provide. It makes it easier for the counselor and the patient to deal with the central issues, which are likely the culprits of substance addiction.

    Family therapy is a set of therapeutic approaches that assumes that the entire family is a system. It utilizes the strengths and resources of the family to help the patient refrain from resorting to substance abuse. The impact of substance abuse is not just on the patient but on the entire family. Family therapy ensures that the patient gets adequate support from the family members after the treatment making the recovery process sustainable

    • Family therapy guides all the members of the family to help the patient.
    • It helps to repair relationships and improve communication between family members.
    • It helps to keep the patient engaged and motivated throughout the treatment.

    Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Finding a peer group in Cincinnati, OH and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. The accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. This is generally introduced early in recovery and is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit.

    Detox, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis, Individual Therapy, Individualized Treatment, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Methadone, Outpatient Treatment (OP), Residential Long Term (>30 Days), Substance Use Counseling

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
  • Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    University of Cincinnati - Addiction Sciences Location and Directions
    Address Information3131 Harvey Ave
    Cincinnati, Ohio 45229 Phone Number(513) 585-8227 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Cincinnati, Ohio Addiction Information

    Ohio is suffering from a drug abuse problem that is costing thousands of its residents their lives every single year. Opioids, particularly Fentanyl and heroin, are the leading drugs in the state. The state ranks in the top 10 for illicit use of painkillers. Opioid-related overdose rates in Ohio are by far some of the highest in the country.

    In Cincinnati, OH, more than 400 drug-related deaths were in 2016. There were over 5 million drug prescriptions written in 2015. This is a 20% increase from 2010. Drug addiction and abuse can lead to crime and violence and harm public health. Inpatient treatment facilities provide around-the-clock care and supervision. 12-step programs, such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous, are widely available in Cincinnati.

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    Central Clinic Behavioral Health - FAIR HOPE
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