Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment
Safe, Supportive Care for Benzodiazepine Dependency
Benzodiazepines — such as Xanax, Valium, Klonopin, and Ativan — are commonly prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia, and panic disorders. While effective when used as directed, they can quickly lead to dependence when misused or taken long-term.
Our Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment program helps clients safely overcome dependency through medically supervised care, individualized therapy, and long-term relapse prevention. We focus on restoring mental clarity, emotional balance, and confidence in daily life.
Understanding Benzodiazepine Addiction
Benzodiazepines act on the brain’s GABA receptors to reduce anxiety and promote calmness. Over time, the body adapts, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect — leading to physical dependence and withdrawal symptoms when attempting to quit.
Without proper medical supervision, withdrawal from benzodiazepines can be dangerous. That’s why our treatment includes medical oversight and a gradual, personalized tapering process to ensure safety and comfort.
Signs of Benzodiazepine Dependence
- Taking more than prescribed or running out early
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or tremors when not using
- Doctor shopping or seeking prescriptions from multiple sources
- Memory loss, drowsiness, or slowed cognition
- Using alcohol or other drugs to enhance effects
- Inability to manage stress without medication
Our Treatment Approach
Our benzodiazepine addiction program combines medical management, behavioral therapy, and psychiatric care to help clients safely discontinue use while addressing underlying mental health needs.
Program Options:
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
Structured daytime therapy with medical and psychiatric support.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) & Evening IOP
Flexible treatment schedules to maintain work, school, or family life.
Outpatient Treatment (OP)
Continued care with therapy, relapse prevention, and medication management.
Evidence-Based Therapies
Our team combines proven therapies with interactive, engaging strategies that resonate with young adults.
Therapies include:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Teaches healthy coping strategies to manage anxiety and avoid relapse.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Builds mindfulness and emotional regulation.
Trauma Therapy
Addresses past events that may have led to benzodiazepine use.
Relapse Prevention Planning
Equips clients with tools to navigate triggers and stressors.
Family Therapy
Helps loved ones understand the recovery process and rebuild trust.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Strengthens personal motivation to maintain long-term sobriety.
Medical and Psychiatric Support
- Gradual, medically supervised tapering
- Psychiatric evaluation and medication management
- Sleep, nutrition, and anxiety regulation support
- Case management for coordination of ongoing medical needs
Why Choose Our Program
- Safe, medically guided approach to withdrawal and recovery
- Integrated therapy and psychiatric care
- Licensed clinicians experienced in benzodiazepine dependency
- Day, evening, and weekend schedules for flexibility
- In-network insurance and transparent cost guidance
- Ongoing aftercare and alumni support
What To Expect
Initial consultation and medical evaluation to ensure safety.
Personalized tapering plan supervised by clinical and psychiatric providers.
Daily or weekly therapy sessions focused on anxiety reduction and coping skills.
Gradual step-down to lower levels of care (IOP, OP).
Aftercare planning to maintain recovery and independence.