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Get Tailored Treatment With Specialty Programs

At American Addiction Centers (AAC), we provide you with the opportunity to change your life through addiction treatment specialized to fit your individual needs. Learn more about our specialty programs below or call us now to get started on your recovery.
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What Is a Specialty Program?

Specialty programs are focused treatment plans designed to address substance use disorders (SUDs) and the particular needs of those who have them. These programs tend to go beyond the general reach of traditional addiction treatment programs, targeting the unique challenges or underlying issues associated with the addiction.





Specialized Programs at AAC

If you decide that one of our specialized programs is the right choice for you, our clinical team will establish a thoughtfully detailed treatment plan for you. This plan will not only ensure that your treatment needs will be met, but also offer additional benefits such as ensuring you feel supported, seen, and empowered as you recover.

You can learn more about the many different specialized programs we offer at our facilities throughout the United States by reading through the tabs below. The additional information provided, along with links to each specific program page, can help you visualize what to expect when enrolling in one of our specialty programs.

LGBTQIA+ Program

Our LGBTQIA+ program offers members of this community a safe space to recover and be their authentic selves without fear of judgment. Staff and team members undergo training designed to gain a stronger understanding of what LGBTQIA+ patients’ needs are and why, as well as how they can utilize an informed and culturally sensitive approach to treatment.

Veterans Program

We honor the sacrifices that Veterans have made to protect our freedoms and rights. We strive to do what we can to support Veterans who are struggling with a substance use disorder and associated co-occurring mental health conditions. We employ a team of dedicated professionals, including some Veterans, to share, learn, educate, and treat the challenges this population faces long after returning home from combat.

First Responders Program

First responders are just that – the first to respond in an emergency. We understand the sense of responsibility that EMTs, police officers, firefighters, and other first responders carry daily. We also understand how easy it can be to turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with work-related stressors. Our first responders program focuses on the unique experiences of members of this workforce and how they influence substance misuse, addiction, and recovery.

Impaired Professionals Program

Certain professions, such as those in nursing, law, social work, and aviation, can be admirable, but can also be filled with continued pressure to ensure the well-being of others all while providing exceptional work performance. Similar to first responders, professionals can benefit from an addiction treatment program that is designed to identify, address, and treat their specific needs as they relate to their professions.

Christian Program

Developed to incorporate faith into addiction recovery, our Christian program offers religious patients and those interested a treatment plan that is rooted in spirituality and Christian values. Our team recognizes that those who practice religion incorporate it into all areas of their lives and enjoy the benefit of doing so. At AAC, this program allows patients to bring Christianity and hope to the recovery process.

Married Couples Program

It is not unusual for both parties of a marriage to be addicted to drugs or alcohol at the same time. Unfortunately, this can cause an onslaught of deeply personal problems that are typically not easily solved without outside assistance. At AAC, we invite married couples who are struggling with substance use disorders to join our program. Together, we will unravel the chaos of addiction and start building a strong, mutual foundation of recovery that will support their healthy marriage going forward.

Young Adults Program

Young adulthood often serves as a time of growth and development, as young adults typically begin to look to create a life for themselves. On the other hand, making this transition into the “real world” can be overwhelming and even frightening. Young adults who are addicted to drugs or alcohol at this time in their lives can experience problems that differ from those of someone in their 50’s or 60’s. We offer a program designed with the young adult in mind to help stop active addiction and create a sense of empowerment, confidence, and mindfulness.

Chronic Mental Illness Program

Mental illness can be difficult to manage and even debilitating for some. Those who live with chronic mental illnesses, such as bipolar disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder, can benefit greatly from recovering in an environment conducive to the healing of both their chronic mental illness and substance use disorder.

Trauma Support Program

Trauma of any kind can be enough to shape a person’s entire life. Finding trauma-focused care for a substance use disorder can not only help treat someone’s addiction, but also uncover how their traumatic experiences have fueled their use. At AAC, our clinical team is trained in providing trauma-informed care for these patients as they begin a sober lifestyle.


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Find a Specialty Program Near You

If you or someone you love are struggling with a substance use disorder (SUD) and think a specialty program may be the right fit for you, we’re here for you. Call us today at to have your questions answered, your worries relieved, and start treatment. We are here to help when you are ready.

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