This center in Chehalis provides secure acute withdrawal management for both voluntary and involuntary clients. It treats withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, amphetamines, benzodiazepines, and barbiturates using ASAM 3.7 level of care. With 24-hour nursing, physician supervision, and licensed medical staff on every shift, clients receive intensive support during the 5 - 14 day
detox process.
Clients receive medication-assisted treatment (
MAT) to reduce withdrawal symptoms, along with psychiatric care, addiction counseling, and mental health therapy. Services include assessments, individual and
group therapy, case management, and discharge planning. Licensed professionals, such as dieticians, nurses, and MDs, provide continuous care, while in-house court hearings and bilingual services ensure access and support for diverse client needs.
Clients stay in a therapeutic community monitored by over 100 dedicated staff members across two facilities. The setting offers 31 beds, custodial visitation via Zoom, and full transportation support. With safe housing and constant supervision, clients focus fully on cleansing the body and preparing for the next stage of recovery.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like American Behavioral Health Systems - Chehalis SWMS provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)