Professionals
Our Professionals Program provides specialized, confidential inpatient substance use treatment for individuals whose professional responsibilities, education, and ethical obligations require a tailored approach to recovery. The program is designed to support professionals who are navigating substance use concerns while also addressing the unique personal, professional, and ethical considerations that may arise during treatment and the transition back to their careers.
Professionals Program
The program recognizes the unique challenges professionals may face in recovery and provides a confidential, supportive environment focused on accountability, personal growth, and long-term recovery. Individuals are supported in developing the tools and strategies necessary to maintain their recovery while navigating the expectations and responsibilities of their professional lives.
Program Eligibility Criteria
The Professionals Program is intended for individuals who:
- Have obtained an advanced level of education, such as a master’s degree, doctoral degree, professional degree, or comparable advanced professional training.
- Work or have worked in a professional capacity requiring specialized education, training, licensure, certification, or professional credentials.
- Are accountable to an ethical or professional governing body, licensing board, regulatory agency, or professional code of conduct.
- May face professional responsibilities or ethical considerations related to their substance use and recovery.
- Are appropriate for and willing to participate in an inpatient level of care.
Support for Professional Recovery and Long-Term Success
Treatment focuses on substance use and recovery while taking into consideration the professional’s identity, responsibilities, relationships, and long-term goals. Clinical services include individual and group therapy, relapse prevention, development of healthy coping skills, stress management, identification of personal and professional triggers, family involvement, case management, and comprehensive discharge planning.
An Environment for Professionals
Professionals seeking treatment may have concerns about privacy, career responsibilities, licensure, and how treatment could affect their future. The Professionals Program provides a confidential setting where individuals can focus on their recovery while receiving care that recognizes these considerations.
Treatment is approached with respect for each individual’s professional identity and personal circumstances. Clinical staff work with participants to address the challenges that may accompany substance use, including workplace stress, professional expectations, relationships, and maintaining healthy boundaries. The goal is to help individuals build a strong foundation for recovery while preparing for the responsibilities they will face beyond treatment.
Take the Next Step Toward Recovery
Seeking treatment can be a significant decision, especially when professional responsibilities, privacy, and long-term goals are part of the process. Our Professionals Program provides confidential, specialized inpatient substance use treatment designed to support recovery while addressing the unique needs of professionals.
Preparing for a Sustainable Return to Professional Life
Recovery does not end when inpatient treatment is complete. An important part of the Professionals Program is helping individuals develop a practical plan for maintaining their recovery as they return to their professional and personal responsibilities.
Through individualized treatment, relapse prevention planning, coping strategies, and discharge coordination, participants can identify potential challenges and develop strategies for managing them. The treatment team also helps individuals establish appropriate continuing-care recommendations and resources to support their recovery after completing the program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Professionals Program?
The Professionals Program is intended for individuals with advanced education or specialized professional training who work or have worked in a profession involving professional credentials, licensure, certification, or oversight by an ethical or regulatory body. Individuals must also be appropriate for and willing to participate in inpatient treatment.
Is treatment confidential?
Confidentiality is an important part of the Professionals Program. Treatment takes place in a supportive environment designed to allow professionals to address substance use and recovery while discussing personal, professional, and ethical considerations relevant to their circumstances.
What types of professionals can participate?
The program may serve professionals from a variety of fields who have specialized education, training, licensure, certification, or professional responsibilities. Eligibility is determined based on an individual’s circumstances and clinical needs rather than a specific job title.