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Zukoski Outpatient

Drug Rehab Center in Birmingham, Alabama

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

Zukoski Outpatient in Birmingham, Alabama is a comprehensive outpatient addiction treatment center offering evidence-based treatments, virtual care, and multidisciplinary programs for individuals, families, and groups suffering from substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders.

About This Alabama Facility

Zukoski Outpatient in Birmingham, Alabama is a comprehensive outpatient addiction treatment center serving adults and adolescents ages 13-17. This full-service outpatient center offers specialized treatment for a range of substance abuse disorders to individuals, families, and groups in the greater Birmingham area. The facility provides an array of evidence-based treatments, including individual therapy with a certified addiction counselor, group therapy, and trauma-informed care. Zukoski Outpatient also offers virtual care, as well as multi-disciplinary programs such as yoga, mindfulness, music therapy, and animal-assisted therapy.

Zukoski Outpatient utilizes a variety of therapies to help clients identify and better manage their triggers for drug and alcohol addiction. Their individualized treatment plans are designed to empower clients to take the necessary steps to build a healthy and meaningful life in recovery. The facility also provides gender-specific relapse prevention treatment, as well as dual diagnosis programs to help those suffering from co-occurring mental health disorders. Zukoski Outpatient provides integrated treatment for addiction/substance abuse and mental health as part of their long-term recovery plan.

In addition to their quality of care, Zukoski Outpatient is an Alabama Department of Mental Health approved provider, is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), and is a member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). The facility is also licensed by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to provide medications to treat addiction. Zukoski Outpatient has also won the Alabama Quality Award and the Consumer Choice Award, in recognition of their commitment to promoting quality treatment outcomes for individuals in recovery.

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

    People who abuse drugs are likely to suffer from an addiction, which can cause serious health problems. When it comes to helping drug abusers get sober, there are many options to choose from. It is essential to state that there is no “”correct”” way of doing things. People are different, and they need different types of help to get over their addiction.

    Many people who struggle with opioid addiction need to attend specific programs like methadone , Suboxone or Vivitrol clinics.

    These types of programs will provide the patient with legal, prescription medications that can help them overcome their cravings for illegal opioids like heroin or fentanyl . If the patient has a chronic condition like Hepatitis C, they must undergo treatment before they can begin taking these medications.

    Dual Diagnosis refers to someone who is both dealing with addiction and another mental health issue.

    There are different kinds of Dual Diagnosis: A person who simultaneously experiences both a mental illness and an addiction disorder. Or, a person who experiences one or more coexisting (simultaneous) mental health conditions in addition to a primary substance use disorder.

    Some conditions that commonly co-occur with addiction include:

    • Personality Disorders (Borderline, Narcissistic)
    • Mood Disorders (Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety Disorder)
    • PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
    • Schizophrenia, Psychosis, Hallucinations, Delusions

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

    Levels of Care Offered at Zukoski Outpatient

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

    Outpatient addiction treatment is beneficial for people who are able to function well in their day-to-day lives. It is recommended for people who are not yet ready to end their relationships with friends or family members who might be encouraging drug and alcohol use.

    Intensive outpatient treatment is beneficial for:

    • People who are able to attend treatment more than 3 times per week.
    • People who do not meet the criteria for inpatient treatment.
    • People who are able to contribute to their own recovery outside of the treatment center.
    • People who are motivated towards recovery.
    • People who are able to overcome addiction on their own without the need for higher levels of care.

    Outpatient treatment programs provide drug and alcohol addiction treatment through individual sessions with a counselor, group therapy, 12-step meetings, and other activities to help individuals gain sober living skills. Most programs are designed for those individuals who have completed a medically supervised detoxification program and provide opportunities for clients to begin the process of early recovery.

    Outpatient programs also offer a level of medical support as needed and psychological backing through therapy. Clients are encouraged to live at home, though there may be some flexibility regarding this requirement based on the circumstances and needs of each patient.

    Outpatient treatment is perhaps the most common type of dual diagnosis program available. It does not pose a significant financial burden on patients. However, it is essential to note that outpatient treatment does not provide the support and supervision given in residential programs. Some addicts may need this level of support to maintain their sobriety.

    Therapies & Programs

    Different types of addiction treatment services are available. Within this article, group therapy is of interest due to its high success rate compared to individual therapy. Group therapy settings are beneficial because they allow recovering addicts to build a strong support network.

    Benefits of group therapy are:

    • Reduces feelings of isolation
    • Immediate access to social support in the form of fellow addicts in recovery
    • Lowers risk of relapse
    • Increases rate of sobriety
    • Builds coping skills that can be applied to everyday life

    Trauma Therapy is a form of therapy that involves working with a patient to help them process and understand the past trauma(s) in their life. The idea behind it is that while some people can experience traumatic events and not have lasting psychiatric symptoms, many others will. In these cases, memories of the event get hidden from consciousness but continue to influence how the person processes and copes with things in their life. They may avoid situations that resemble what happened or become suddenly angry or irritated to a situation that reminds them of a past event.

    With the help of a therapist, people can go back over memories and experiences. This helps them understand why they are having problems coping with certain situations and how they can change how they think and react to things. This therapy is typically done using techniques such as visualization, discussion, and writing down thoughts and feelings.

    Trauma therapists will work with clients to help them understand their past and present relationships. Many times, patients may believe that something is inherently wrong with them or that they are unworthy of love. A therapist aims to correct these negative feelings and behaviors by helping the person realize that their actions do not reflect who they truly are.

    One of the main goals of trauma therapy is to help clients express their emotions and talk about what they are feeling. This benefits both to increase awareness of how certain events have impacted them in the past and enables patients to realize that they can make changes in their lives.

    Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Outpatient Treatment (OP), Residential Long Term (>30 Days), Trauma Therapy

    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
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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Zukoski Outpatient Location and Directions
    Address Information601 Princeton Avenue Sw
    Birmingham, Alabama 35211 Phone Number(205) 785-5787 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Birmingham, Alabama Addiction Information

    Opioids, such as heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioids are related to more than half of all drug-related overdoses in Alabama. Alcohol is the most frequently used substance in Alabama; 85,000 Alabamians use cocaine every single year. In Alabama, there are four times as many vehicle crashes involving alcohol as there are normal vehicle crashes.

    Birmingham, Alabama has a moderate level of drug addiction and abuse problems. 15.8% of people in Birmingham, Alabama abuse drugs, while 9.8% of people in Birmingham, Alabama are addicted to drugs. In 2015, there were 648 drug-related arrests in Birmingham. The most common age group for drug-related arrests is 21-25 years old. Most rehab facilities will offer a variety of therapies and treatments to help patients overcome their addictions.

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