How to Detox Your Body From Drugs

What Does it Mean to Detox?

Detoxing your body from drugs and alcohol means that you are allowing the substance to leave your body fully. When drugs are abused frequently and over longer periods, your body gets used to that substance in your body so that when you try to quit, you have withdrawals. It’s the substance’s way of trying to stay in your body by signaling to you to use more. Detox involves allowing the substance to fully process through your body so that you become clean from the substance and don’t experience those withdrawals any longer.

How Do I Know If I Need Detox?

Those who become physically dependent on drugs will benefit from detox treatment not only for safety reasons but also to increase the likelihood of long-term sobriety. Dependence on substances occurs when individuals continue to use to the point that they build up a tolerance for the drug and have to use larger amounts or more frequently to get the same effect as when they first started using it. Once the body builds a tolerance and feels a need for the drug, individuals may experience withdrawal symptoms if the individual stops use of the drug suddenly.

Withdrawal symptoms and timelines are slightly different for each drug. Examples include:

  • Withdrawal symptoms for opioids last 4-20 days, depending on the type used, and include nausea/vomiting, anxiety, insomnia, hot and cold flashes, sweating, muscle cramps, watery discharge from eyes and nose, and diarrhea.
  • Withdrawal symptoms for benzos can last for several weeks and include anxiety, insomnia, restlessness, agitation/irritability, poor concentration, and muscle tension/aches.
  • Withdrawal symptoms for stimulants last 3-5 days and include agitation/irritability, depression, increased sleeping and appetite, and muscle aches.
  • Withdrawal symptoms for alcohol can last 2-10 days and include anxiety, sweating, tremors, dehydration, insomnia, increased heart rate, and blood pressure, nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, hallucinations, delirium, and agitation.

How to Detox Your Body From Drugs

Detoxing your body from drugs involves an end goal of stopping the use of the drug completely and allowing the drug to leave your body. As mentioned above, the time it takes for the drugs to leave your body depends on the individual and the type of drug they were using. When use is stopped, withdrawal symptoms are likely to occur. It’s important to seek medical help for detox for this reason. At best, withdrawal symptoms can be very uncomfortable and can trigger people to relapse because they are unable to manage the withdrawals on their own. At worst, withdrawal symptoms can be life-threatening. Therefore, it’s best to allow a medical professional to determine if you need inpatient care as you detox from substances because they will be prepared to help you manage your withdrawal symptoms.

How to Find Detox Centers in Southern California

West Valley Detox offers state-of-the-art treatment in a beautiful location. You will be able to receive quality treatment for your substance use and mental health concerns while being comfortable and healthy. Once you arrive, we offer medically assisted detox and residential treatment. We provide round-the-clock care with experienced and highly trained staff who are excited to provide you with one-on-one treatment. Our clinician-to-patient ratio of 3:1 allows this. In addition to therapy for addiction and mental health, we also offer help with nutrition, art therapy, grief counseling, yoga, life skills, and more. We will work alongside you to tailor an individualized treatment plan with our client-focused and highly customizable curriculum. There are over 14,000 drug rehab centers in the United States. But there’s only one West Valley Detox. Contact us today with a confidential and free call to start your journey to recovery.

Ari Labowitz

Ari serves as the Clinical Director at West Valley Detox Treatment. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Idaho, holding a master’s degree in clinical psychology (M.A.). He approaches therapy from a strengths-based, humanistic perspective, fostering a safe and supportive environment for growth. With extensive expertise in drug and alcohol treatment, Ari has consulted for numerous recovery centers and brings a tailored approach to therapy, working with individuals, couples, and families to address unique challenges while emphasizing strengths. His diverse experience spans private practice, high schools, counseling centers, and corporate settings.

Ara Gemilyan

Ara Gemilyan is the CEO and co-founder of Celebrated Consulting Inc., the parent company of West Valley Detox Treatment. With a distinguished background in real estate, development, and international business, Ara brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit to our organization. His personal experience, having lost his best friend to substance use, gives him a profound understanding of the devastating impact of addiction, driving his commitment to making a difference in the lives of those affected.

Spiritual Practices

West Valley Detox & Treatment Services provides a diverse range of traditions and rituals tailored practices to nurture clients’ inner growth and healing. These spiritual
practices incorporate meditation, prayer, mindfulness, and exploration of spiritual
teachings to aid our clients in cultivating a deeper connection with themselves and their beliefs.

Nutritional Healing

At West Valley Detox & Treatment Services, we offer tailored dietary guidance and education so that our clients may discover the power of nourishing their bodies with nutrient-rich foods that support physical vitality and mental clarity. This approach highlights the link between diet and emotional equilibrium, empowering clients to

Mindfulness and Meditation

Mindfulness and meditation are cultivated through focused attention on bodily sensations, thoughts, and emotions. At West Valley Detox & Treatment Services, our clinicians guide our clients through this daily transformative process to promote concentration and clarity, enhancing their recovery process while harnessing a sense of calmness.

Holistic Movement Therapy

Holistic Movement Therapy combines physical activity with mindfulness. This experiential therapy is often included in our treatment at West Valley Detox & Treatment Services to support our clients in developing body awareness, reducing stress, and promoting a harmonious mind-body connection. Holistic movement includes mental, emotional, social, and/or spiritual components through practices such as yoga, tai chi, and dance, etc.