Acupuncture for Drug & Alcohol Rehab

Support Detox. Restore Balance. Enhance Recovery.

At Avan Wellness Center, we believe that sustainable recovery starts by treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. That’s why we offer acupuncture as part of our integrative, holistic approach to healing. This time-honored therapy helps reduce withdrawal symptoms, alleviate stress and anxiety, and restore internal balance, supporting you throughout your recovery journey.

Whether it’s applied during detox or integrated into your ongoing treatment, acupuncture is a gentle yet powerful way to enhance long-term wellness and improve treatment outcomes.

 

What Is Acupuncture and How Does It Support Addiction Recovery?

Acupuncture is a therapeutic practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine that involves inserting thin needles at specific points on the body to activate the body’s natural healing mechanisms. In drug and alcohol rehab, acupuncture has been shown to:

  • Reduce withdrawal symptoms like nausea, restlessness, and insomnia

  • Alleviate anxiety and enhance emotional stability

  • Rebalance the nervous system and improve sleep quality

  • Minimize cravings by regulating key brain functions

  • Promote a calm and grounded state for deeper therapeutic engagement

This non-invasive, drug-free therapy helps address both physical discomfort and emotional regulation, enhancing the overall recovery process.

Key Benefits of Acupuncture in Addiction Treatment

  • Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Acupuncture helps calm the nervous system, enabling clients to manage stress, anxiety, and emotional fluctuations more effectively.

  • Improved Sleep and Energy: By restoring internal balance, acupuncture promotes restful sleep, stabilizes mood, and boosts daily energy levels and focus.

  • Relief from Physical Symptoms: This therapy alleviates common withdrawal symptoms, such as muscle aches, digestive issues, and tension, without additional medications.

  • Holistic Wellness Support: Acupuncture is integrated into your treatment plan to support whole-person healing, helping you feel grounded, stable, and in control.

How Acupuncture Fits Into Your Recovery Plan

At Avan Wellness Center, acupuncture is thoughtfully integrated into your personalized care plan, supporting every phase of recovery—from detox through to long-term wellness. This holistic treatment complements medical support, psychotherapy, and wellness therapies to provide a complete healing experience.

Dual Diagnosis Care

Acupuncture benefits clients with both mental health and substance use conditions, offering natural relief for anxiety, improving sleep, and supporting mood regulation.

Withdrawal & Detox Support

During early detox, acupuncture helps reduce physical discomfort, calms the nervous system, and makes withdrawal symptoms more manageable.

Emotional Grounding

Acupuncture helps reduce internal tension and stress, assisting clients in becoming more emotionally centered, which improves participation in therapy and group work.

Continued Wellness Beyond Treatment

Even after the initial recovery phases, acupuncture continues to support sleep, energy levels, and internal balance, contributing to lasting wellness.

Discover the Avan Difference

Why Choose Acupuncture at Avan Wellness Center?

At Avan Wellness Center, our recovery model combines evidence-based therapy, medical support, and holistic modalities like acupuncture to help you heal on every level.

Tailored to Your Recovery Goals

Acupuncture is included in your treatment plan based on your unique needs, supporting both emotional and physical recovery.

Expert Practitioners

Sessions are administered by licensed, trauma-informed professionals experienced in holistic addiction care.

Integrated Wellness Model

Acupuncture is paired with services like therapy, nutrition, mindfulness, and physical wellness, supporting full-body healing.

Soothing, Safe Environment

Each session takes place in a peaceful, serene space designed to promote relaxation, comfort, and emotional safety throughout your journey.

Your Journey of
Transformation Begins Here.