Alcohol Rehab San Diego
Comprehensive alcohol use disorder treatment serving San Diego County. Medical detox, residential rehab, dual-diagnosis care, and a step-down continuum that anchors long-term sobriety.
Our alcohol rehab approach
Alcohol use disorder is the most common substance use disorder in the United States and one of the most dangerous to detox from without medical supervision. Pacific Bay Recovery provides a full continuum of care for alcohol addiction — from medically supervised detox through residential or outpatient treatment to long-term aftercare.
What our alcohol rehab program includes
- Medical detox with 24/7 nursing and physician oversight
- Residential inpatient treatment (30, 60, or 90 days)
- Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) options
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (naltrexone, acamprosate)
- Dual-diagnosis treatment for co-occurring anxiety, depression, trauma
- Family therapy and structured family programming
Why medical detox is essential
Alcohol is one of the few substances where withdrawal can be life-threatening. Severe alcohol withdrawal can cause seizures and delirium tremens. Anyone who drinks heavily on a daily basis should not stop on their own. Medical detox dramatically reduces the risk and is significantly more tolerable than going through it alone.
Evidence-based therapies for alcohol use disorder
The clinical foundation of effective alcohol treatment includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, EMDR for trauma when relevant, and family therapy. Most clients also benefit from peer support meetings (12-step or SMART Recovery) as part of long-term aftercare.
Common questions about alcohol rehab
How long does alcohol rehab last?
Medical detox is typically 5 to 10 days. Residential is 30, 60, or 90 days. PHP and IOP step-downs add another 4 to 12 weeks. Aftercare continues for 6 to 12 months or longer.
Is medication used to treat alcohol addiction?
Yes. FDA-approved medications — naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram — significantly improve outcomes for many clients. Our medical team will determine if MAT is appropriate.
Does insurance cover alcohol rehab?
In most cases, yes. Alcohol use disorder treatment is a covered essential health benefit under federal and California state law.
Can I keep my job during treatment?
Inpatient typically requires FMLA or short-term disability leave. PHP and IOP can be structured around continued work obligations.
Alcohol rehab admissions, 24/7
Confidential intake. Free insurance verification in about 15 minutes.
