List of Detox Centers in Nevada
Bristlecone Family Resources, Outpatient Services, is a non-profit addiction recovery program that includes detoxification services. They offer residential, outpatient, and transitional living programs, along with intensive outpatient care.
Rehab Settings
- Detox
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Outpatient
- Residential
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Substance Abuse Counseling
Payment Options
- Self Payment
Clientele Served
- Pregnant Women
- Services for Criminal Justice Clients
704 Mill Street, Reno, NV
Key details about Bristlecone Family Resources
How long is treatment?
4 to 6 weeks
What professional/medical staff work at Bristlecone Family Resources?
Peter Ott, B.Sc(Psych), MC | Executive Director
Heather Milligan, B.Sc(Psych), LMFT | Clinical Director
Detox Centers Near Nevada
Elevate Addiction Services, Sky Lake Recovery Center, is a residential drug and alcohol recovery program in South Lake Tahoe, California, serving adults whose substance use and life-controlling behaviors have already begun disrupting housing stability, work, relationships, or daily routines. Set in a lodge-style, nature-rich environment near Lake Tahoe’s pine forests and mountain landscapes, the program provides a structured, live-in recovery setting where healing is part of daily life rather than confined to isolated outpatient visits.
Rehab Settings
- Detox
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Interventionist
- Medical Detox
- Outpatient
- Short-Term Inpatient
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Holistic
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Non 12-Step
- Nutritional Therapy
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Virtual Counseling for Addiction
Payment Options
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Carelon Behavioral Health (Beacon)
- Cigna
- Health Net
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente
- Low-Cost Options
- Magellan Health SM
- Managed Health Network (MHN)
- Multiplan
- Optum
- Payment Assistance
- Self Payment
- Tricare/Military Insurance
- United Behavioral Health
- UnitedHealthcare
Clientele Served
- Family Programs
176 miles away from Nevada
586 Glorene Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Key details about Sky Lake Recovery Center
How long is treatment?
30 to 35 days post-detox (extra 6-month aftercare program)
Is it co-ed?
Yes
What professional/medical staff work at Sky Lake Recovery Center?
Matt Guernaccini, CADC-CS | Chief Program Director
Tim Sinnott, LMFT | Clinical Director
Jesse Quaid, CADC, CAS | Director of Intake & Clinical Records
Leslie Quaid, CADC-CAS, CCDA | Director of Health and Wellness
John Ragsac, CADC-CS, CA | Director of Rehabilitation
Dana Guernaccini, CADC II- CA | Director of Admissions
Tommy Legan, CADC-CAS | IOP Director
What is their capacity?
about 70 people
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Frequently Asked Questions
Detox is the foundation of safe recovery, clearing substances from the body while managing withdrawal symptoms under professional supervision. It helps stabilize individuals physically and mentally, preparing them for counseling, therapy, and long-term treatment. While detox alone is not a cure, completing it greatly increases the likelihood of success in ongoing addiction treatment.
Withdrawal can trigger both physical and psychological symptoms when someone stops using substances. Physically, people may experience sweating or chills, headaches, digestive issues, loss of appetite, insomnia, and rapid heart rate. Psychologically, symptoms often include fear, depression, confusion, poor concentration, irritability, and mood swings. The exact severity depends on the drug used, how much, and for how long.
At-home detox may seem convenient or less expensive, but it carries significant risks such as unmanaged withdrawal symptoms, relapse, and potential medical emergencies. Professional detox, by contrast, provides medical supervision, access to medications, and structured support that makes the process safer and more effective. Understanding both options can help individuals and families make an informed decision about the best path forward.
A typical withdrawal management program lasts between 3 to 10 days, though the exact duration depends on several factors including the type of substance being used, the severity of the dependence, individual health needs and the detox setting. Medical professionals determine the appropriate length based on individual assessments to ensure safe and effective withdrawal management.
Older adults face unique challenges during detox, including chronic health conditions, medication interactions, and increased vulnerability to complications like dehydration or malnutrition. Standard detox settings may not be equipped to handle these complexities. Senior-focused detox programs provide medical supervision, careful medication management, extended timelines, and holistic support tailored to aging bodies and minds. Involving family and caregivers further strengthens recovery, creating a safer and more supportive environment.
A Professional Perspective on Detox
Detoxification is one of the most misunderstood steps in the recovery process. Many people searching for help believe that getting through withdrawal is the hardest part, that once the substance is out of the body, the real work is done. Research consistently shows otherwise, that what happens after detox matters far more than detox itself, and that the transition into ongoing treatment is where outcomes are actually determined.
What this means if you are searching for detox
Getting through detox is a real accomplishment and a necessary first step; but it is the beginning of the process, not the finish line. If you are looking for a detox program for yourself or someone you love, the most important question to ask is: what comes next? A program that sends someone home without a clear next step is leaving them vulnerable without a plan.

















