Alcohol Addiction Treatment for Professionals in Northern Virginia

An outpatient alcohol addiction rehab & treatment program is an effective way to conquer alcoholism and take back your life.

For a high-functioning professional, the idea of "rehab" can be more terrifying than the drinking itself. It implies putting your career on hold, leaving your family, and admitting a private struggle to the world.

At Aquila Recovery, we've designed our program to eliminate that fear. 

Our discreet, outpatient alcohol treatment is built for professionals. We offer evening Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient (OP) programs that allow you to maintain your career and live at home while you get the effective, confidential help you deserve. 

You do not have to disrupt your life to get better.

Are You a High-Functioning Professional Struggling with Alcohol?

It rarely looks like the stereotype. For many successful professionals in Northern Virginia, a drinking problem looks like:

• Needing to drink every evening to "decompress" from a high-stress job.
• Hiding or minimizing the amount you drink from your spouse or family.
• Feeling irritable, anxious, or shaky until your first drink of the day.
• Worrying you can't stop, even though you want to.
• Blacking out or not remembering conversations.
• Your life looks good on the outside, but you feel trapped on the inside.

If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. This is a treatable medical condition, and we can help.

The Critical First Step: A Safe, Medical Alcohol Detox

We must be direct: stopping alcohol "cold turkey" can be life-threatening. Unlike other substances, alcohol withdrawal can cause seizures, delirium tremens (DTs), and other medical emergencies.

Your safety is our first priority. Before you start our program, our clinical team will provide a confidential assessment to determine if you need a medical detox. 

If you do, we will manage your referral and coordinate your care with one of our trusted local detox partners. 

We will ensure you are safe, stable, and comfortable before you transition seamlessly into our outpatient program.

How Our Outpatient Program for Alcohol Addiction Works

Alcohol addiction is a complex disease that is often rooted in other causes. 

While twelve-step programs are powerful tools they are not always effective on their own. 

If you want to avoid ongoing relapses and stop alcohol addiction at the source, entering an outpatient treatment program like ours provides you the best path to treat the root causes of the disease.

IOP vs. OP: Treatment That Fits Your Schedule 

We help build a knowledge base about the actual reality facing the individual experiencing symptoms of alcohol addiction. Our program is built for your life and we specialize in evening IOP sessions, allowing you to continue working your full-time job while receiving high-quality, intensive care.

Dual Diagnosis: Treating the 'Why' 

We identify the mental and physical barriers to wellness. 

Alcohol use is often a symptom of an underlying problem, like work stress, burnout, anxiety, or depression. 

Our dual-diagnosis program heals mental pathways and suggests successful & personalized health strategies that parallel the addiction treatment regimen.

Evidence-Based Therapies for a High-Stress Life 

We address and heal mental pathways to develop change to new strategies for living and dealing with old behavior triggers. 

Working on your time, with your schedule, we use proven therapies like CBT and DBT to build practical, real-world coping skills for managing stress, cravings, and triggers.

The Insurance Solution: Using Your Professional Benefits

You've worked hard for your career and your benefits. 

It's time to use them for the most important thing: your health. Cost should not be a barrier to getting help.

• We are in-network with all Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) products.
• We have a special 'out-of-network' pricing model for PPO plans (like Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare) that brings your cost down to what you would typically pay for an in-network provider.

Our team offers a free, 100% confidential benefits check. Call us, and we can explain your coverage in plain English.

Frequently Asked Questions About Alcohol Treatment

What is a "high-functioning alcoholic"? 

This term describes someone who is dependent on alcohol but still maintains a successful career and family life. 

The problem is hidden, but the internal struggle with cravings, anxiety, and dependency is real. Our program is designed for this exact person.

Will I lose my job if I get help for drinking? 

No. Our program is built to protect your career. Our discreet, outpatient model and evening schedules are designed so you can continue working without interruption.

Do I need detox for alcohol? 

Because alcohol withdrawal can be medically dangerous, a safe detox is the most important first step. 
Our team will provide a confidential assessment and, if needed, coordinate your care with a trusted medical detox partner before you begin our program.

What is the difference between IOP and AA? 

AA is a peer-support fellowship, which is an excellent tool. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a clinical, medical program staffed by licensed therapists. 

It includes individual therapy, group therapy, and dual-diagnosis care to treat the root causes of the addiction. 

Many of our clients find success by using both.

Take the First, Confidential Step Today

Unlike inpatient programs that require extended stays away from home, our outpatient alcohol rehab allows you to maintain your daily responsibilities while receiving the care you need.

Your privacy is our priority. Your career is safe. You don't have to manage this alone. Call us or fill out the form below for a 100% confidential assessment with our team.