According to the SAMHSA (United States Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration) in 2006, 23.6 million people aged 12 or older required treatment for an illicit drug or alcohol problem.

Of those that received help treatment broke down as follows: abuse treatment was received by 2.5 million people followed by 1.23 million people treated for addiction to marijuana, cocaine addiction patients fell just under the 1 million mark and pain relievers, stimulants, heroin and hallucinogens were each responsible for about 500,000 addiction treatments.

Of those people that needed treatment, only 2.5 million got it at a specialized treatment facility. Specialized treatment centers can range from outpatient facilities to residential drug and alcohol rehab centers. Most offer extended care for those suffering from addiction.

Treatment philosophies vary but include a variety of components all with the aim of developing an effective addiction treatment program.

One such specialty treatment center is Cliffside Malibu. Cliffside is a residential center that offers an alcohol rehab center, drug rehab and extended care. Treatment is individualized to meet each patient’s specific needs and goals and residents are assigned a primary therapist who will manage all aspects of therapy such as one on one therapy, cognitive-behavior therapy and family programs.

The center is staffed with a range of qualified professionals that include doctors, a psychiatrist, psychologist, equine therapist, personal trainer, spiritual advisor and other all with the sole goal of aiding in development and maintenance of an individualized addiction treatment program.

In keeping with a concept of holism in theory and practice Cliffside Malibu also includes the services of herbologists, massage therapists, acupuncturists and holistic medicine practitioners. Outdoor activities include horseback riding, surfing and hiking to help ensure a healthy and active aspect to alcohol and drug rehab treatment programs.

Recovery from addiction is a necessity and while the rehabilitation is the responsibility of the patient, having the right support is crucial and can make the difference between failure and success. Recovery is difficult and challenging but those who chose to seek help from professional addiction recovery centers are putting the odds in their favor to have the sober future they deserve.