As you decide which form of substance abuse treatment is right for you, consider non-12-step rehab.
It follows a different treatment philosophy that may better fit your goals and needs. Here’s a closer look at how non-12-step rehab works and what to expect from your time at Maverick Behavioral Health.
What Is Non-12-Step Rehab?
If you’ve ever spent time in substance abuse recovery, you’re probably familiar with 12-step meetings. This is the most common treatment philosophy in the United States. It involves working your way through 12 numbered steps, which gradually bring you closer to full recovery from substance abuse.
However, 12-step programs aren’t a good fit for everyone. The framework can feel arbitrary and may actually delay progress if it’s not meant for you. Plus, 12-step programs involve asking for support from a higher power and admitting that you’re powerless to control your addiction. These beliefs aren’t in line with how many people think about recovery.
That’s why Maverick offers non-12-step rehab. It’s a treatment program that follows our own custom philosophy, which is based on years of substance abuse recovery experience. We explore what this looks like in the next section.
What To Expect From Non-12-Step Rehab
Just like traditional rehab programs, non-12-step rehab gives you the chance to benefit from multiple forms of support. These include each of the following.
1-on-1 Therapy Sessions
First, you’ll have 1-on-1 therapy sessions with doctors who specialize in addiction. This is an opportunity to explore the root causes of your problems and come up with personalized solutions to help you move forward.
You and your therapist will work together for as long as it takes to help you heal. That could last only as long as your time in rehab. Or, you may continue working with your counselor after rehab as part of your transition plan. It’ll depend on the progress you make and the aftercare plan you choose, among other factors.
Group Meetings
Your time in non-12-step rehab will also include group meetings. However, these may be a little different than the ones you’ve experienced in the past. We don’t follow the traditional 12-step meeting format. This leaves more time for connecting with your community and benefitting from its support.
The biggest difference between 12-step and non-12-step programs is these meetings. If you’d like to learn more about they differ, feel free to contact us directly for more details on our treatment philosophy.
Holistic Healing Activities
Finally, you’ll get to participate in holistic healing activities throughout your time in our non-12-step program. These include outdoor therapy, nature walks, meditation classes, yoga, and other similar treatments.
Studies have consistently shown that people who participate in holistic healing get more value out of rehab. That’s why we make them part of our philosophy. They can help to unify your mind, body, and spirit behind the recovery journey.
Is 12-Step or Non-12-Step Rehab More Effective?
Both types of rehab can help you recover from a substance abuse problem. The option that’s better will depend on you, your preferences, and your treatment background, among other factors.
One way to make this decision is to contact one of our addiction specialists directly. They can help you understand the differences between these programs and how they could impact your recovery.
You can also ask yourself the following two questions when considering 12-step and non-12-step programs. They can help you decide which is a better fit for you.
Have You Tried 12-Step Work Before?
First, you can think back to any experiences you may have had with 12-step programs in the past. Did you like the 12-step philosophy? Or did it feel like you had to accept it to get the treatment you needed?
If it was the latter, you aren’t alone. Many people sign up for 12-step programs just because they think it’s the only option. But just because these meetings are popular doesn’t make them the right fit for everyone. If you haven’t made much progress with the 12-step framework, pursuing an alternative recovery method could be smart.
Do You Believe in a Higher Power?
Another question to consider is whether you believe in a higher power. 12-step programs make this belief a core part of the treatment process. If that doesn’t fit with your personal beliefs, then non-12-step work may be a better fit.
How Non-12-Step Rehab Fits Into Your Recovery Timeline
If you end up choosing a non-12-step program, it’s worth reviewing how it’ll fit into your broader recovery timeline. At Maverick Behavioral Health, every patient starts with a medical detox.
This is when your body gets rid of the last traces of the substances you’ve been using from its systems. After you finish that process, you’ll move into your non-12-step rehab facility (or start an outpatient program).
Rehab typically lasts between 30 and 90 days, but it can vary from person to person. Once you’ve finished, you’ll move on to aftercare. This can mean moving into our sober living facility for a month or longer. Or, it could mean continuing to work with a therapist and participating in group meetings as you transition back into everyday life.
Paying for Non-12-Step Rehab: What You Need to Know
At Maverick, we try to make it as easy as possible for every patient to get the treatment they need to heal. That’s why we accept insurance plans from most of the top providers. This means your out-of-pocket costs for non-12-step rehab could be fairly low.
To get a more definitive answer, contact us with your insurance information. We can verify coverage on your behalf and get back to you with the exact dollar figure you’d pay to start treatment. It may be less than you think.
Get Started Today with Maverick Behavioral Health
There’s no time like the present to begin working towards a better version of yourself. Maverick can help you get started with non-12-step rehab personalized to match your unique needs.
But don’t take our word for it. Give us a call today to learn more about how we can help you heal.
