60-Day Rehab Programs

A 60-day treatment program offers a variety of intensive medical and behavioral therapies designed to help people recover from substance use issues. There are many 28-to-30-day rehab programs, as well as many 90-to-180-day rehab programs available for substance use treatment. For those who are looking for a duration of treatment that is somewhere between these two ranges, 60-day drug rehab programs offer a solution by providing a compromise between a shorter and longer stay in substance abuse treatment.

What is a 60-Day Drug Rehab Program?

A 60-day drug rehab program typically involves an immersive residential stay at a treatment facility for approximately two months. During this period, clients will reside in the center overnight, where they will have access to a structured environment designed to foster recovery. The treatment centers usually provide three balanced meals each day, ensuring that participants maintain proper nutrition, which is essential for both physical and mental health during recovery.

From the outset of residential treatment, a program for aftercare is part of the treatment plan. Similarly, addressing the social determinants of health by a case manager is important. These factors will positively influence the outcome of 60 day drug rehab.

Visitation from friends and family members is often encouraged, allowing support systems to remain active throughout the process, but visits are typically limited to specific hours set by the facility to maintain the program’s structure and focus.

Substance abuse treatment reflects the intricate nature of human experiences, which is intentional, as each individual presents unique challenges and needs. Therefore, the treatment approaches employed in a 60-day drug rehab program are varied and tailored to meet those specific circumstances. Most programs will integrate a combination of several therapeutic methods, including medication management, which might involve the use of medications to ease withdrawal symptoms or address co-occurring mental health issues. 

Individual therapy is a cornerstone of treatment, providing a space for clients to explore personal struggles, develop coping strategies, and work through underlying issues contributing to their substance use. Family therapy is also a vital component, aiming to improve family dynamics and foster a supportive environment for recovery. Group therapy sessions are common as well, promoting peer support and shared experiences, which can help individuals feel less isolated in their struggles.

In addition to these therapeutic modalities, many 60-day rehab programs incorporate 12-step initiatives or similar recovery frameworks, offering participants structured avenues to understand their addiction and connect with others on the same journey. 

While there is variability across different treatment centers and their specific offerings, all are designed to deliver intensive and focused care to individuals grappling with substance abuse challenges. Some clients may find that they require a longer stay than the standard 60 days, and this is generally assessed and determined based on individual progress and needs.

What Happens During a 60-Day Drug Treatment Program?

During a 60-day drug treatment stay, you will complete an intake assessment, which will collect demographic information, drug use history, and other information.¹ You may take part in one or a combination of the following during a 60-day drug rehab stay:¹

• Detoxification – A team consisting of medical and behavioral health staff continually monitors you during the detoxification process. Medications are provided to lessen unpleasant withdrawals and to help with any medical needs that arise.
• Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) – MAT includes the use of medications to help reduce unpleasant withdrawal symptoms and cravings beyond the detoxification period. Such medications include Methadone, Buprenorphine, Naltrexone, Topamax, Acamprosate, and Disulfiram. The medication prescribed depends on many factors, including the substance abused, how long it was used, and how much was used.
• Individual therapy – Individual therapy may include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to uncover and change unhealthy thinking patterns, as well as contingency management therapy, which provides rewards for positive change.
• Group therapy – Therapy provided in a group setting where the group is the healing platform instead of the person and therapist.
• Family therapy – Therapy designed to uncover issues within the family related to substance abuse. The goal is to promote healing within the family, which will allow the family to be a support network for the person in treatment.
• After–care planning – After-care planning typically begins on the first day of treatment. This process involves the patient, staff, and possibly family members discussing the best way to plan ahead for continued sobriety. After-care planning may involve referrals to community resources such as physicians, community behavioral health centers, case management, and other sources.

How Do I Find 60-Day Rehab Programs Near Me?

AAC offers a variety of drug rehab programs. Since each person has different needs, AAC provides individualized drug rehab programs that vary in length of stay and treatment interventions used. AAC’s various nationwide treatment centers offer the following:

• Outpatient treatment.
• Residential treatment centers (varying stays from days, weeks, 30-days, 60-days 90-days, 180-days, etc. depending on a person’s needs).
• Medical detox.
• Partial hospitalization programming.
• Individual and group therapy.

Regardless of the treatment selected, most AAC programs include after-care planning and support to help people readjust after treatment. After a 60-day stay, AAC also offers the option for people to continue their treatment on an outpatient basis. Outpatient services are flexible to accommodate work, family, and life schedules. These services may help people transition back to home life after treatment.

How Much Does a 60-Day Rehab Program Cost?

The cost of drug rehab can vary depending on several factors, including the state it’s located in and the amenities offered. In the U.S., private and state-funded insurance plans are required to provide behavioral health coverage.³ Most 60-day drug rehab programs in the U.S. accept both private and state-funded insurance. Medicaid and free rehab options are also available. This means that you may only have to pay a small amount for treatment. However, even with insurance, your treatment may come with a cost, which you should take into account when choosing a program.

While the cost for 60-day drug rehab treatment may be an unexpected challenge, the cost of not receiving treatment may be greater. Substance abuse costs the U.S. over $600 billion annually and is a major public health crisis. Substance abuse treatment has shown to reduce these costs significantly.¹ Ultimately, the cost of treatment is much less expensive than the costs of not receiving treatment.¹ On an individual level, as substance use costs money, can lead to costly legal trouble, and can impact employment opportunities, treatment may be seen as an investment in your future.

Use the tool below to see if your insurance may be in-network or accepted.

How Do I Know I Need 60-Day Rehab?

Substance-related disorders are classified in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition. This means that only a physician can determine if you have a substance-related disorder and if a 60-day drug rehab program is right for you. However, some signs may help you to determine if rehab treatment is needed for you or your loved one. Some of those signs are:⁴

• Being preoccupied with thinking about using drugs/alcohol frequently.
• Cravings to use drugs/alcohol more frequently.
• Needing to use more drugs/alcohol to get high.
• Feeling sick or being irritable and moody when you do not use drugs/alcohol.
• Requiring the use of more drugs/alcohol to feel the effects.
• Spending a lot of time on getting more drugs/alcohol.
• Financial issues due to drug/alcohol use.
• Family issues due to drug/alcohol use.
• Loss of job due to drug/alcohol use.
• Poor grades in school because of missing classes or skipping assignments due to alcohol/drug use.

Deciding to enter into a 60-day drug rehab program is a personal decision. If you have a family physician, they can help you make a decision. You may also call American Addiction Centers to speak with a treatment specialist today.

Still Unsure? Take Our Substance Abuse Self-Assessment

If you’re still unsure of whether you may have a substance abuse problem, take our free, 5-minute substance abuse self-assessment below. The evaluation consists of 11 yes or no questions that are intended to be used as an informational tool to assess the severity and probability of a substance use disorder. The test is free, confidential, and no personal information is needed to receive the result.

Success Rates and Statistics for 60-Day Rehabs

The success of a 60-day drug rehab program varies from person-to-person but may be dependent on several factors. Some of these factors include:

• A person’s willingness to take part in the treatment and to change.
• Quality of the treatment methods used and the overall quality of care provided at the chosen treatment center.
• The strength of the person’s support network.
• The presence of mental health or physical health issues.
• Adherence to their after-care plan recommendations.
• Length of time the person has been abstinent.

The success rates of substance abuse treatment have been widely researched. Some of the results of these studies are: ^5,6

• Opioid abuse was reduced by roughly 90% after MAT in an inpatient treatment center.
• About 1/3 of people completing an inpatient treatment program for alcohol use remained abstinent at the one-year mark.
• There were large decreases in cocaine use 1 year after treatment.

How Do I Choose the Best 60-Day Rehab Program?

Choosing the best 60-day drug rehab program typically begins with a full assessment by a physician. A physician can help you determine if a 60-day drug rehab program is appropriate and which 60-day drug rehab program will be best. You may also want to consider where you want to go to receive services. For example, some people may choose to stay close to home while others may want to go somewhere far from home. Another consideration is if you have a co-occurring disorder such as depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder. If you do, you will want to choose a program that can help you with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Regardless of where you choose to receive treatment, the center should follow evidence-based treatment principles to ensure high-quality care. These principles include:¹

• An understanding that substance abuse is a complex process that has long-term effects on both behavior and brain functioning.
• People are unique. Treatment for substance abuse should be just as individualized.
• Substance abuse treatment should focus not only on the use of substances but all of the person’s needs.
• Individual, family, and group therapy should be part of substance abuse treatment.
• Substance abuse treatment should offer medication in addition to therapy.
• A person’s treatment plan and service plan should be frequently reviewed and modified to reflect the person’s progress and current needs.
• Medical detoxification is the first step in substance abuse treatment. Additional treatment should follow to promote long-term recovery.
• Substance abuse treatment should include testing for HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B and C, tuberculosis, and other infectious diseases. Testing should include counseling to lower risks for contracting infectious disease and referrals to resources for the treatment of infectious disease as needed.

Finding 60-Day Addiction Treatment Programs

If you or a loved one are struggling with substance misuse or addiction, reach out to American Addiction Centers (AAC) at to talk to one of our compassionate and knowledgeable admissions navigators. Let them answer your questions, explain your treatment and duration options, and help you get on the path to recovery today.

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