VICTORY BAY

Heroin Addiction & Treatment

At Victory Bay, our mission is to help you recover from Heroin in an environment where you are loved and respected by everyone.

No matter how far into your addiction you’ve or what led you to this point, we believe that there is a way to break the cycle of addiction and reclaim your life free of Heroin. Our Heroin rehab center is designed to meet your needs and take you from where you are to where you want to be.

Likewise, since every addiction and experience is different, we work with you to develop a customized treatment plan based on comprehensive assessments made by our team of dedicated professionals.
We utilize a wide range of methods and treatments and combine them in a holistic approach that heals your mind, body, and spirit.

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About Heroin Addiction

Heroin is an opioid made from the resin of poppy plants. It is a highly addictive drug first manufactured by the Bayer pharmaceutical company as a treatment for tuberculosis. When used recreationally, it is sought for its euphoric effect.

By the late 1990s, the mortality rate of heroin addicts was estimated to be as high as twenty times greater than the rest of the population, and by 2015, the number of people addicted to heroin more than doubled over a decade to 591,000. This is why finding a heroin addiction treatment center is important.

The Dangers of Heroin

Symptoms

Heroin is sold in a number of forms including white (China white) or brown powder, a black sticky substance (black tar), or solid black chunks.

These forms cause different symptoms when smoked, snorted, or injected, but all often lead to a need for a heroin addiction treatment center.

When using heroin, many experience:

A surge of satisfying feelings (called a “rush”).
Warmth and relaxation
Increased confidence
Pain relief
A state of euphoria

Dangers & Effects of Opioid Use

Opiates are highly addictive and can be smoked, snorted, or injected. Unfortunately, it doesn’t take long to begin relying on them and increasing the dosage each time to achieve the same effects. Opiate addiction can cause both short-term and long-term effects.

Short-term effects of Heroin Use:

Dry mouth
Flushing of the skin
Nausea
Severe itching
Drowsiness
Mental cloudiness
Heavy feeling in the arms and/or legs.

Long-term effects of Heroin Use:

Insomnia
Constipation/stomach cramping.
Abscesses
Liver or kidney disease
Collapsed veins (due to injections).
Lung complications
Heart lining and/or valve infections
Mental disorders (such as depression or anxiety)

Withdrawal Symptoms from Heroin Use

Because of the euphoric high heroin causes, many become addicted very quickly and it can become difficult to stop using the drug. Once the body becomes dependent on the drug, withdrawal symptoms can occur if the use stops.

Withdrawal symptoms (which often lead individuals to seek heroin treatment) include:

Restlessness
Diarrhea and vomiting
Sleep issues
Muscle spasms
Cold flashes
Severe muscle and/or bone pain.
Severe cravings

Long-Term effects of Heroin Use

What to Expect

Arrival to our facility

We will begin by coordinating your arrival to our facility. Victory Bay will work with you to ensure you are transported safely and quickly to our well-maintained facility. Once you have arrived at the center, you can expect to be greeted by our professional addiction treatment staff who will be expecting your arrival.If you are hungry – or maybe a little nervous – you can expect to receive a welcome meal, snack and a drink.

Intake

You will meet our Intake Coordinator, who will sit with you and begin the process by doing some basic assessments and paperwork. You will be scheduled to meet with your own personal Clinical Therapist with whom you will work with throughout your time here. Also, you will be scheduled to meet with one of our incredible Doctors to assess your specific needs.

Finally, with early sobriety, often comes lots of chaos in our lives. Our team will assess any and all areas of your life where you might need support and guidance. Our Case Management team will begin to plan a strategy for supporting you with any Legal, Employment, or Educational needs.

Begin Your Individualized Treatment

When a client comes to Victory Bay, they receive a truly individualized addiction assessment that captures their unique story. That assessment sets the stage for a specialized recovery plan that addresses their particular needs. Our team is dedicated to delivering the clients individualized plan in a seamless approach. Everyone works together to support the specific goals of the patient.

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What You Will Learn

Life Skills

Through life skills training and vocational rehabilitation, clients can get their lives back on track.

Stress & Trigger Management

By learning the proper stress and trigger coping mechanisms, clients will be able to manage these feelings to continue their best life - sober.

Life Balance

Life does not have to be a balancing act! With us, clients will learn to appropriately manage all aspects of their lives, in whichever way it works best for them. You come first, not your addiction.

Programs

Outpatient Eating Disorder Treatment

Our Eating Disorder Programs provides flexibility so you or your loved one can attend treatment while still working full-time, attending school, and meeting family and personal obligations. We support not only our clients but also their loved ones – family and friends – in the recovery process. Learn More

Group Therapy

Group therapy is the process of meeting with a trained professional and at least two other clients in a safe and nurturing space. Group therapy can take place in a therapist’s office or in a group room and sessions can vary depending on the group material and topic. Learn More

Individual Therapy

We use a combination of advanced psychological methods and personal interaction to address your disorder or behaviors. We can help you overcome your problems in a way that is beneficial for you and those around you. Learn More

12-Step Program

At Victory Bay, we promote an extended care program because the longer a person stays engaged in treatment, the better their chances of achieving and maintaining recovery. Our exceptional care program not only continues our clients' therapeutic work but also teaches them to adjust to the daily aspects of living a sober life in the real world. Learn More

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Medication-assisted treatment, also known as MAT, uses specific prescription medications—to help our clients sustain their recovery. It works by reducing cravings, blocking the effects of opioids, or normalizing brain chemistry. When used during addiction treatment, MAT combined with counseling, behavioral therapy, and 12 steps modality helps individuals sustain long-term recovery. Learn More

Family Therapy

Addiction is a family disease. The wreckage that an addict causes often leaves a family traumatized and resentful. As part of our family therapy program at Victory Bay, we strongly recommend family members educate themselves about the disease of addiction and learn how best to provide for their loved one. Learn More

Life Skills Training

Addiction affects the entire person, so it is important to treat the individual in every way that the addiction harmed their life. Through options like life skills training and vocational rehabilitation, clients can get their lives back on track. Learn More

EMDR Therapy

PTSD symptoms can be treated with EMDR therapy, which is an evidence-based psychotherapy treatment that can significantly reduce the severity of your symptoms. Victory Bay utilizes EMDR therapy because it doesn't require the use of medication, has few side effects, and is highly effective. Learn More

Recover-Safe Program

We are dedicated to delivering the best care in the safest environment for our clients during a time when they feel the most vulnerable. Our commitment to providing a safe and secure experience allows our patients to focus on healing and achieving a life of sustainable recovery. Learn More

Dual Diagnosis

We recognize that our clients may have varying behavioral, emotional, and mental health concerns in addition to their challenges with substance use. Our dual diagnosis program takes a holistic approach to care and uniformly assesses for co-occurring disorders and risk factors. Learn More

Older Adults Treatment System

As an older adult, the added pressures of work, family, friendships, and bills can become overwhelming. Victory Bay offers an Older Adults Treatment System (O.A.T.S). It’s a treatment track exclusively for adults ages 27 and up. Learn More