A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy in Portsmouth, VA, specializes in substance abuse treatment. This 24/7 outpatient facility offers immediate drug testing results and various therapeutic services. The center provides comprehensive care, blending counseling and psychotherapy to support individuals battling addiction.
Operating around the clock, A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy ensures continuous support for those seeking recovery from drugs and alcohol. Their commitment to immediate and accurate client assessments showcases their dedication to effective treatment.
- Offers outpatient services, including education and group therapy, to fit clients' varied needs.
- Features on-the-spot drug testing for immediate and precise assessment results.
- Utilizes a holistic approach combining counseling and psychotherapy techniques.
- Available 24/7 to provide constant support and care for individuals in recovery.
A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy treats various substance abuse issues, including drug and alcohol dependencies. The facility primarily supports adults seeking to overcome addiction.
- 4 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 4 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 17 Therapies & Programs
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Rehab centers in Virginia exist to help individuals bounce back from substance abuse. Drug addiction refers to the use of illegal drugs and improper use of prescription drugs. Substance abuse includes all problems that stem out from using psychoactive substances. Centers like A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy are here to help.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment
Opioid addiction is one of the most common forms of addiction Virginia. Opioids include drugs like heroin, oxycontin and fentanyl. They are prescribed to treat pain, but they are often abused and they are addictive. The addiction is treated by detoxing the body, so it no longer needs the chemicals in the drugs. This is followed up by therapies to correct behavior and target the root of the problem.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Daily trips to the hospital that provides the treatment include intensive outpatient services (IOP). IOP in Virginia is appropriate for patients in residential recovery facilities that have been diagnosed with addiction. Patients return to their everyday lives gradually, increasing the likeliness of success in treatment.
An Outpatient Rehab Program is a part-time drug rehab program for treating individuals in Portsmouth, VA with mild addiction or mild-to-moderate drug withdrawal symptoms. It generally requires about 10 to 12 hours every week.
Doctors can administer on-the-spot medication to ease withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, increased heart rate, and even depression. Groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) can be used as a part of outpatient treatment to help maintain sobriety.
Aftercare Support at A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy, in short, is the support provided to a patient after they have finished treatment. It allows them to adjust to everyday life. It may entail setting them up and enrolling them in services such as Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) inside a halfway house. Career coaching may also be offered to patients to help them get back into the workforce.
Therapies & Programs
Group therapy occurs in a group setting as opposed to a one on one setting. It benefits patients by providing a feeling of support and letting them know they are not alone. Patients at A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy also learn to build trust and understanding and gain perspective through discussions.
After experiencing trauma, it’s crucial to look for a facility that can provide trauma therapy. This approach zeroes in on the traumatic incidents that a patient has encountered in the past, recent or not. It’s been widely known that trauma can make an individual resort to alcohol or other substances to mask their troubles and pain. Trauma can originate from domestic violence, sexual abuse, an early encounter with death, sexual assault, and many more. The goal of trauma therapy at A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy in Portsmouth, VA is to help the patient see beyond the trauma and move forward. Mental health professionals will facilitate the patient’s journey and see to it that he or she is no longer a victim of his or her traumatic experiences and has wholly regained his or her personal power.
DBT, also known as dialectical behavior therapy, is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that helps people understand how their thoughts, behaviors, and feelings all connect. This can give them more control over their actions, effectively stopping self-harm ideations and attempts in some patients. It can also help put people in control over some mental struggles, like borderline personality disorder.
Most individuals suffering from addiction have low self-awareness, so they end up making poor decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is suitable for patients recovering from an addiction of any kind. Through it, patients become more aligned with their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, giving them a better opportunity to respond appropriately to temptations and negative feelings.
This therapy modality at A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy in Portsmouth, VA strengthens a person’s ability to stay on top of their emotional state and learn new stress management techniques so they won’t give in to the temptations easily. Moreover, CBT helps people communicate and express their emotions well, which can be vital in relapse management. CBT is also suitable for managing co-occurring disorders like depression and bipolar illness.
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy sees a person suffering from substance addiction to have illogical reasoning, counterproductive actions, and does not see things clearly. REBT at A Richards Csl and Psychotherapy in Portsmouth, VA deals with cognition, images, and behavior extensively to rectify the client’s bad habits. The process calls for practice, reiteration, and bolstering the new way of thinking being introduced to the patient.
A 12-Step Program is a common method that is used to treat addiction. This format is used for both drug and alcohol treatment. It is extremely popular and successful for large numbers of people. It is a relatively simple set of steps that are done continuously in order to move through life with awareness, accountability and honesty. 12-Step programs are available in most every city in the Unites States. They are available in person, electronically and virtually through phone or web-based meetings.
Contingency management (CM) is a system that rewards patients for positive behavior. Patients may get a gift for a clean drug test. They may also get punished for negative behavior. The therapy inspires patients to engage in healthy behaviors and limit unhealthy behavior. It is effective in treating addiction and other issues.
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Location & Contact

720 Rodman Avenue
Portsmouth, VA 23707
Phone Number
(757) 393-9611
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Portsmouth, Virginia Addiction and Treatment
The state of Virginia has been struggling with substance use and abuse like the rest of the United States. A little over 10% of the entire Virginia population uses drugs and almost 5% abuse alcohol every given year. This has led to almost 6.5% of all deaths in Virginia being somehow related to alcohol and/or drugs.
Portsmouth, a coastal city in southeast Virginia, offers a welcoming environment for healing during drug rehab treatment. With its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and array of cultural attractions, locals enjoy various outdoor activities and entertainment options. However, Norfolk County faced a 35% increase in opioid overdose deaths from 2020 to 2021, with fentanyl involved in 79% of all drug overdose deaths in 2022.
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