New Mexico VA Health Care System – Northwest Metro CBOC

About New Mexico VA Health Care System – Northwest Metro CBOC – Rio Rancho

Based in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, the Northwest Metro VA Clinic is a primary care facility that provides outpatient mental and behavioral healthcare to adult veterans aged 18 and older. Care is also available to individuals with dual diagnosis or concurrent mental health issues. Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE and other private insurance plans are accepted.

Veterans must be referred to be seen at this clinic. However, they can get help here whether or not they’re enrolled in VA healthcare. Walk-in and same-day services are available to new and repeat clients both in New Mexico and Southern Colorado.

A variety of mental, behavioral and social issues are supported here including anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar, relationship issues, self-harm and addiction. If individuals are feeling suicidal then emergency care is also available.

From consultation, to evaluation, and treatment, there are many levels of services available. Clients can access individual and group therapy to discuss their addiction and learn steps to move forward. In group therapy, individuals are encouraged to share their experiences with their peers while receiving accountability and insights in turn. This is all conducted within a safe, non-judgmental space facilitated by a trained therapist.

The therapy styles used here include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), motivational enhancement therapy (MET) and contingency management (CM).

Clients can also access medication assisted treatment (MAT) here that uses FDA-approved meds like methadone, buprenorphine. They also use buprenorphine combination products like Suboxone and injectable, extended release naltrexone. This is typically combined with regular therapy for a well-rounded approach to treatment. This way, clients can unpack the emotional elements of their addiction while the medicines they take help them manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings and reduce their risk of relapse.

Free transport services are available to individuals who may live further out and are unable to attend regular sessions. They also offer telehealth options.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

12-Step

12 step programs such as Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous are support group style programs for individuals who are experiencing alcohol or substance use disorder. At Evoke they use a holistic model of addiction care that includes using 12 step programs. These programs are an integral part of most relapse prevention plans and provide continued support and accountability that support sobriety.

24-Hour Clinical Care

24 hour clinical care provides close medical supervision for individuals in the early stages of recovery. Medical professionals monitor individuals around the clock for complications and provide immediate intervention when needed.

Aftercare Support

Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

Inpatient

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Medically Assisted Detox

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Sober Living Homes

Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.

Treatments

Dual Diagnosis Mental Health

Programs

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

LGBTQ Program

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Military Program

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

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