Addiction Recovery Services Near Elkins Park, PA

Outpatient Treatment for Alcohol and Opioid Addiction

Elkins Park Addiction Treatment

If you or someone you know in Elkins Park is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, Wave Treatment Centers is here to provide assistance. Our outpatient facility, conveniently located in nearby Chestnut Hill, is staffed with compassionate professionals who will create a personalized recovery plan just for you.

While addiction (also known as substance use disorder) may not have a "cure," it is possible to manage cravings and effectively cope with life stressors without relying on alcohol or opioids. With professional support, you can overcome maladaptive behaviors and self-defeating thoughts, leading to an improved quality of life in recovery and sobriety.


Addiction can have various underlying causes, ranging from trauma responses to genetic predispositions and co-occurring mental health disorders. At Wave Treatment Centers, we will collaborate with you to develop a tailored plan that addresses your specific needs, aiming to help you understand addiction as a long-term condition with manageable symptoms.


Indicators and symptoms of substance use disorder:


  • Significant unexplained changes in mood, personality, appearance, energy level, or weight
  • Difficulty focusing, concentrating, or following conversations
  • Frequent unexplained absences from work or school
  • Changes in sleeping habits
  • Pulling away from family and friends
  • Being unable to experience joy or cope with problems without using drugs
  • Acting with uncharacteristic violence or anger
  • Using drugs even when it is clearly dangerous to do so, such as when driving
  • Continuing to use drugs even after experiencing negative repercussions (such as job loss, physical harm, or legal problems) due to previous drug use
  • Experiencing physical pain or emotional distress when unable to access or use drugs
  • Trying to stop using drugs, but being unable to do so


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An outpatient detox program for alcohol or opioid addiction can be the safest and most convenient option for you.

Outpatient Detox

An MAT program treats both your addiction and the underlying mental health causes of your addiction together.

Medication-Assisted Treatment

Vivitrol injections after detox from alcohol or opioid addition can help prevent relapse and overdose during recovery.

Vivitrol Treatment Programs

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Treatment with Sublocade can help you manage the withdrawal symptoms and drug cravings associated with addiction.

Sublocade / Buprenorphine

At Wave Treatment Centers, daily Suboxone medication may be part of your addiction treatment and recovery plan.

Suboxone / Buprenorphine

If you suffer from both addiction and a mental health condition, treating both is critical for your long-term recovery.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment 

Addiction and Substance Use Disorder FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is there a cure for addiction?

    Addiction (also known as substance use disorder) is a chronic condition that can be managed and treated with a variety of treatments, from psychiatry to medication. 


    While there's no "cure" for addiction, the right treatment plan can help you overcome dependency on alcohol or opiates and improve your quality of life in recovery.


    Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.

  • What are the signs of addiction?

    While addiction can present differently from person to person, there are some common symptoms that suggest that drug or alcohol use has become an addiction:


    • Significant unexplained changes in mood, personality, appearance, energy level, or weight
    • Difficulty focusing, concentrating, or following conversations
    • Frequent unexplained absences from work or school
    • Changes in sleeping habits
    • Pulling away from family and friends
    • Being unable to experience joy or cope with problems without using drugs
    • Acting with uncharacteristic violence or anger
    • Using drugs even when it is clearly dangerous to do so, such as when driving
    • Continuing to use drugs even after experiencing negative repercussions (such as job loss, physical harm, or legal problems) due to previous drug use
    • Experiencing physical pain or emotional distress when unable to access or use drugs
    • Trying to stop using drugs, but being unable to do so

    Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.

  • What should I expect from outpatient detox?

    Outpatient detox begins with a medical evaluation. Wave Treatment Centers understands that this is a difficult time for you. We make every effort to ensure you are comfortable during this process. The evaluation involves taking a very detailed history and asking a lot of questions about your substance use, as well as your past and present medical and psychiatric problems. We know this can be difficult to share and want you to know that with our non-judgmental approach, you will be treated with respect, compassion, and empathy.


    The next step involves a physical examination to identify any immediate needs and assess what level of detox you might need. From there, an individualized treatment plan will be developed and reviewed extensively with you to ensure that all of your questions are answered.


    This treatment plan typically involves the prescription of medications specific to the withdrawal state of the substance or substances that you are ready to stop taking. The doses and frequencies are specifically tailored to meet your unique physiology.


    At Wave Treatment Centers, we do not automatically discontinue all “controlled substances” that you may be prescribed if they are outside of the problem of addiction. For example, some patients may be prescribed stimulants or anti-anxiety medications that they take as prescribed and never abuse. Unlike most inpatient programs that take away all medications even if they are helping, we look at the whole picture to assess what is in your best interest to achieve success. 


    This also means that we support and provide Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) when appropriate. We offer long-acting injectable forms of naltrexone and buprenorphine to support your recovery. Last but not least, we see how they dramatically reduce relapse rates.


    Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.

  • Does insurance cover treatment for addiction?

    While every insurance plan is different, many insurance companies offer coverage for addiction treatment.


    If you are considering outpatient treatment for your alcohol or opioid depency, our caring staff will help you determine what your options are for insurance or other payment plans.


    Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.

I contribute my 4 years of recovery largely to Dr. Beatty. I didn’t think recovery was even possible for someone like me. With the guidance and support of Dr. Beatty, I have been able to pull my life together completely. My plan for treatment was unlike any I had before, and that was exactly what I needed in order to succeed. Thank you very for everything Dr. Beatty, I could not have done this without you.

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