If you’re considering treatment for substance use disorder, understanding which type of treatment to pursue can feel overwhelming. Whether you need residential or outpatient rehabilitation, the end goal is lasting recovery. Learn more about levels of care and how to find the right fit at this point in your recovery journey.
Is Residential Rehab Right for Me?
Residential means you will live in the comfortable accommodations where you receive treatment. The length of stay depends on the substance used, for how long and how much you consumed. It can also depend on your insurance coverage. Most patients stay 30 to 90 days based on their individual treatment plans.
Get Residential Rehab After Detox
Residential treatment is ideal for patients who recently completed supervised medical detox from drugs and/or alcohol. You will continue to benefit from an in-house care team. Vital signs, withdrawal symptom improvement, medications and side effects may be monitored 24/7 for safety and consistency in improvement.
Get Residential Rehab to Learn Coping Skills
Residential rehab may be right for you if the frequency and amount of substance consumption interferes with your daily life and you have a hard time controlling your intake. It is common to develop an addiction when turning to substances to self-soothe, deal with stress or “fit in” with a certain group of people. At residential treatment, you’ll learn coping skills and form new outlets to help you handle triggers.
Get Residential Rehab When You Need a Clean Environment
Residential rehab might also be right for you if your home, work or social environments make it difficult to avoid substances or trigger you to use substances. It can make all the difference at this crucial stage in recovery. You’ll be able to focus on recovering without distractions, criticism, peer pressure and negative influences.
Get Residential Rehab If Outpatient Wasn’t Enough
If you previously tried outpatient treatment and had difficulty making it work due to not being able to take a leave of absence from work or stray from family and friends, residential treatment may be a better fit. Community, structure and supervision are sometimes “just what the doctor ordered.” Security and confidence go along with building healthy relationships based on accountability and support.
Is Outpatient Rehab Right for Me?
Outpatient rehab means you attend services during the day, but you won’t stay overnight. You’ll receive medication management and participate in individual, group and family therapy sessions to build coping skills and learn how to maintain a substance-free lifestyle.
Discovery Addiction Services offers two types of outpatient care:
- Partial hospitalization program (PHP): Structured sessions during the day with the same intensity as residential treatment but without 24/7 supervision.
- Intensive outpatient program (IOP): Sessions for part of the day to provide flexibility to continue with normal work, school or family commitments.
Get Outpatient Rehab When You Complete Residential Treatment
Outpatient rehab might be the right choice for you if you recently completed residential therapy and feel ready for more freedom. It’s an excellent option for continuing progress and education on addiction and co-occurring conditions. If you can avoid drugs and alcohol during your daily life, outpatient therapy might be the logical next step.
Get Outpatient Rehab to Fit Your Schedule
Outpatient treatment may also be the best fit if work, family or school responsibilities take precedent in your daily life. It is designed to be more flexible so you can work around your schedule. You’ll strengthen your coping strategies and connect with other like-minded people in recovery on your own time.
Get Outpatient Rehab to Improve Managing a Co-Occurring Disorder
Co-occurring conditions, a combination of mental health and substance use disorders, are addressed during residential rehab and continue with outpatient treatment. Counseling, medication, nutrition, fitness and other holistic treatment modalities help patients get to the root cause of addiction.
Depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD and other mental health conditions can lead to substance use when a person feels overwhelmed or insecure. In residential treatment, you’ll have the time and resources to fully understand how mental health plays a role in substance use and how you can care for yourself. You’ll build on this in the safe space of outpatient treatment.
Nationally Recognized Recovery
Discovery Addiction Services offers nationwide recovery programs. We provide all levels of care with personalized plans for lasting recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. From detox to discharge, we’ve got you covered with measurement-based treatment to heal the mental, physical and emotional aspects of addiction. Read on to learn more about the specific levels of care offered at each of our treatment centers.
Brookdale Premier Addiction Recovery in Pennsylvania
Nestled in the Poconos adjacent to a private lake, Brookdale offers a serene recovery setting for patients from all walks of life. We also provide a uniquely discrete experience for professionals and trauma-informed care tailored to the needs of veterans and first responders.
Levels of care at Brookdale include:
- Detox
- Residential
Casa Palmera in California
With private rooms, holistic therapeutic modalities, gourmet meals and adventure therapy, Casa Palmera in Del Mar is the epitome of luxury rehab.
Levels of care at Casa Palmera include:
- Detox
- Residential
- PHP
- IOP
Cliffside Malibu in California
In an inspirational oceanfront setting, Cliffside Malibu offers world-class amenities for the ultimate luxury rehab experience. Holistic health is the focus, featuring alternative treatment methods such as acupuncture, massage, private yoga sessions, sound baths and personal fitness training.
Levels of care at Cliffside Malibu include:
- Detox
- Residential
Cliffside West Los Angeles in California
Southern California’s lush grounds at Cliffside West LA are a relaxing environment for our holistic and clinical treatment modalities. We offer off-site excursions, gym equipment, massage, nutritious and delicious meals, private rooms and more for a resort-like experience.
Levels of care at Cliffside West LA include:
- Detox
- Residential
New Hope Ranch in Texas
Spanning nearly 50 acres, New Hope Ranch near Austin offers experiential therapy and trauma-informed care with specific programs for veterans and active-duty military. We also have separate treatment for adult and young adult patients.
Levels of care at New Hope Ranch include:
- Detox
- Residential
- PHP with boarding
PARC in Texas
At PARC, we offer separate programs tailored to the needs of adults, young adults, professionals and executives, veterans, first responders and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We have a bookstore, greenhouse, gym and award-winning meals. We also have support groups and holistic forms of therapy like yoga, art, music and more.
Levels of care at PARC include:
- Detox
- Residential
- PHP
- IOP
Pinelands in New Jersey
Pinelands is located a peaceful private campus with outdoor sports courts, fire pits and quiet alcoves among the pine trees of Medford. We focus on experiential and cognitive therapies with separate programs for adults, young adults and families.
Levels of care at Pinelands include:
- Detox
- Residential
Prosperity in Washington
With two locations service the Tacoma area, Prosperity focuses on each patient’s experience feeling accepting, supportive, safe and accountable. We offer trauma-informed care and supplemental virtual care for outpatient and IOP patients.
Levels of care at Prosperity include:
- Residential
- IOP
- Outpatient
- Virtual IOP and outpatient treatment
Help Is Always Available
Ready to take the next step toward recovery? Choosing between residential and outpatient rehab can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to make that decision alone. Our team is here to listen, understand your situation, and help you find a path that fits your life, your responsibilities, and your goals:.
With eight locations across the United States, Discovery Addiction Services has a location close to you:
- Brookdale: Detox, residential
- Casa Palmera: Detox, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient
- Cliffside Malibu: Detox, residential
- Cliffside West Los Angeles: Detox, residential
- New Hope Ranch: Detox, residential, partial hospitalization with boarding
- PARC: Detox, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient
- Pinelands: Detox, residential
- Prosperity: Residential, intensive outpatient, outpatient, virtual program
Reach out today for a compassionate, no‑pressure conversation about your options. Your recovery can start with one simple step, and that step can happen right now.
If you or a loved one would like more information on addiction treatment, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are available 24/7 to provide guidance on levels of care at each of our locations and answer any questions you may have. Contact us today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the main difference between residential and outpatient rehab?
Residential rehab provides 24/7 structured care in a live‑in setting, while outpatient rehab allows you to live at home and attend scheduled treatment sessions.
Who benefits most from residential rehab?
People who need intensive support, a stable environment, or help managing severe withdrawal, cravings, or co‑occurring mental health conditions often do best in residential care. It’s also a strong fit if home life is stressful or unsafe.
Is residential rehab more expensive?
Generally, yes. Residential programs include housing, meals, and round‑the‑clock care, which increases cost. Outpatient programs are usually more affordable because you live at home and attend scheduled sessions.
Can someone switch from outpatient to residential (or vice versa)?
Absolutely. Many people start with one level of care and transition to another as their needs change. Treatment plans are meant to be flexible.
How do I know which one is right for me?
Reach out to our admissions team today. We’ll help match you with the right treatment program for your needs.