About Duke City Recovery Toolbox – Albuquerque
Duke City Recovery Toolbox is a comprehensive treatment center for substance use disorder and co-occurring disorders. They’re located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The center is CARF and COLA accredited. They don’t accept private insurance, but they won’t turn you away if you’re unable to pay. They offer a sliding scale and discounts based on your income and the size of your family. They work with government agencies such as the VA and Medicaid to coordinate your care. They also work with private funders to help you get the support services you need such as housing and employment.
They offer medication assisted therapy (MAT) and detox as well as long term medication maintenance treatment. Their substance use programs are outpatient treatment and aftercare programs. They believe in treating the whole person in mind, body, and spirit. This includes motivational interviewing, which is a counseling technique to help you explore your resistance to making changes in your life. The technique is integrated into regular therapy and is used on and off in your treatment. You’ll also receive behavioral therapy, individual, and family counseling.
There’s an onsite pharmacy and medical services. You’ll have an intake exam before you receive any medication. The exam consists of a physical and blood work. They test for common diseases such as STDs and hepatitis C. Women take a pregnancy test. You’ll also take a monthly urine drug test.
It’s important to learn the underlying causes of your substance abuse, so behavioral therapy is used to help you uncover any mental health issues. Underlying issues can include things like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. They use trauma informed care as well as mindfulness training, relaxation therapy, journaling, and art therapy. All of these therapies help you rebuild your life free of drugs and alcohol.