Outpatient Program

The final level of care offered at Aftermath Addiction Treatment Center, located in Wakefield, MA, is our Outpatient Program (OP). Aftermath’s Outpatient Program enables you to return to school or work while still having the support you built in our partial hospitalization program and our intensive outpatient program.
Our OP treatment program consists of one or two days of individual therapy and group therapy sessions. Clients can use the OP program as a foundation for their recovery program as the work to establish healthy connections. As you take on more responsibilities and obligations, Aftermath’s outpatient program serves to work with your busy schedule as you transition back to your daily routine. For further flexibility with your ever growing schedule, Aftermath now offers a virtual outpatient program as well.
To learn more about our outpatient program in MA, call us today at 855-795-1226.
What is an Outpatient Program?
An outpatient program for addiction is a type of treatment that allows people to live at home and continue going to work or school while attending therapy sessions during the week. Outpatient programs vary in intensity, but most require patients to attend group therapy sessions several times per week and meet with a counselor on a weekly basis. Some outpatient programs also require patients to participate in individual therapy, 12-step meetings, and other types of support groups. Patients in an outpatient program for addiction typically have more flexibility than those in inpatient programs, but they also have more responsibility for their own recovery.
Outpatient programs for addiction can last anywhere from a few weeks to several months, and they typically involve a tapering off of services as patients progress in their recovery. Many outpatient programs also offer Aftercare services, which provide continued support and resources for people who have completed treatment.
Individual and Group Counseling
An outpatient program for addiction typically begins with an assessment by a counselor or therapist, who will then create a treatment plan based on the patient’s needs. During group therapy sessions, patients will share their experiences with addiction and recovery with other members of the group. These sessions provide patients with support and encouragement from others who are going through similar experiences. Patients will also learn coping and problem-solving skills that they can use in their everyday lives.
In addition to group therapy, patients in an outpatient program for addiction will also participate in individual therapy sessions with a counselor or therapist. These sessions provide patients with a chance to explore the underlying causes of their addiction and to learn effective coping and problem-solving skills.
What Services are Provided with the Outpatient Program in MA?
The team at Aftermath is dedicated to helping you transition back to your everyday life. In order to facilitate the transition, Aftermath Addiction Treatment Center has many services available to our clients.
The following are services available through Aftermath’s outpatient program:
- Outpatient Services
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Recovery Support Services
- Family counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Telehealth medication management
Get Started on Your Recovery Today
There are many benefits to participating in an outpatient program for addiction. These programs provide patients with the structure and support they need to recover from addiction, while also allowing them to maintain their everyday responsibilities. Outpatient programs also offer patients a chance to build a support network of people who are going through similar experiences.
Don’t allow your addiction to limit your success in life or interfere with your relationships. Enrolling in a high-quality drug rehabilitation program will enable you to address the underlying causes of your substance abuse issues, in a supportive and encouraging manner combined with therapy and evidence-based treatment. Contact us today at 855-795-1226 to learn more about Aftermath’s outpatient program in MA.
Individual Therapy Sessions
- Dialectic Behavioral Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma Informed Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
- EMDR Trauma Therapy
- Therapeutic Family Reintegration
- Motivational Interviewing
- Building Life Skills
Group Therapy
- Smaller and more intimate groups
- Trauma Informed Environment
- Anger and Stress Management
- Stages of Change and Barriers
- Self Help Education: 12 Step Modalities
- Relapse Prevention
- Interpersonal Skills and Family Relationships
- Coping with Trauma
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Gratitude
- Expressive Art Therapy
- Neuroscience Psychoeducation
- Tobacco Education
- HIV/STD Education
Case Management
- Assist in aftercare planning
- Connections to safe, supportive, and reputable sober living homes
- Aid in providing medical leave or short-term disability paperwork to protect your employment (or Occupational Assistance)
- Provide referrals to outside medical providers
- Assist in applying for federal or state funded benefits
- Advocation regarding legal issues
- Assist in Utilizing and navigating Community Resources