About New Mexico VA Health Care System – Albuquerque
New Mexico VA Health Care System Is a drug and alcohol rehab facility located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They offer treatment to veterans and their family members who are struggling with use disorder (SUD) or alcohol use disorder. They treat people with dual diagnoses who struggle with both substance use issues and mental health issues. They offer both inpatient and outpatient services.
You will have an intake appointment to see which kind of treatment would be best for you. You will have both group and individual therapy at this facility.
The individual therapy you receive will be custom to you. Many veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. If you have PTSD, your therapist may treat you with trauma-based therapy. They may also treat you with dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) which offers coping mechanisms and teaches you to accept reality and change your attitude toward your circumstances.
You will have group therapy with other veterans. Peer support is key to drug and alcohol recovery. They also offer group education classes that teach you about the effects of drugs and alcohol on your body and your ability to make decisions.
They can provide you with medically assisted treatment if you need it to aid in your recovery. They are a full service hospital with a medically trained staff.
Outpatient clients can come in once or twice a week or several times a week depending on their needs. If you cannot make it to the facility, you may be able to receive treatment over the Internet.
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