Along with proven therapy methods such as counseling and group therapy, they take full advantage of island life to give you a holistic recovery experience. Yoga and meditation are on offer. This type of exercise has been shown to reduce stress and may aid in your recovery. You get to do nature based therapy which gives you time outside, breathing the air, surrounded by vibrant life.
Ocean therapy is another highly effective means of healing that involves swimming, surfing or kayaking in the sparkling waters of the Pacific. You can experience the island’s marine wildlife up close as you meditate while sitting on a surfboard.
They include local cultural traditions in your treatment such as the ultra-simple Ho’oponopono. This profoundly healing activity is powerful for resolving inner turmoil, restoring broken relationships and making things right.
Kailua Kona is a true paradise for recovery among waterfalls, volcanoes and beaches with soft black sand. You can go deep sea fishing, or whale watching. From the top of Mauna Kea, you can see the world’s largest active volcano, the Mauna Loa. As you restore your quality of life, you can take in the sight of lava, the desert, a vibrant valley and beautiful stretches of beach.
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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
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Medically Assisted Detox The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in Hawaii is for individuals suffering from substance use disorders. Treatment addresses the many issues involved with addiction, typically through a combination of medical and psychotherapy treatments.
Co-occurring mental health disorders are almost always present with addictive disorders. Because of this, it is imperative to appropriately treat mental health issues concurrent with the addiction. To treat one without the other creates a vulnerability for relapse, and results in the painful cycle of repeated stints in rehab and treatment failures. For real and lasting change to occur in mood and behavior, underlying feelings, traumas and beliefs must be identified and resolved.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
During cognitive behavioral therapy in Hawaii, patients learn about their mental and behavioral health conditions and then learn techniques to help them change their patterns of thinking and behavior. Tools such as stress management, coping, and assertiveness are used to break free from patterns of substance abuse.
During dialectical behavior therapy in Hawaii, you'll focus on developing skills that allow you to manage daily life challenges. The main areas of focus are emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
During couples therapy in Hawaii, your therapist may borrow techniques from multiple forms of therapy based on your needs. Methods may include cognitive behavioral therapy and emotionally focused therapy. The ultimate goal of treatment is a stronger relationship.
EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.
Family therapy engages members in a collective effort to understand and combat addiction. Therapists help families establish healthy boundaries and improve emotional support systems. By working together, family members can help their loved one sustain long term recovery.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
Nutrition therapy in Hawaii empowers you to gain control of your nutrition that has been thrown off balance by addiction. You'll discover what foods are best for recovery and how to restore and maintain nutritional balance.
Recreational therapy supports addiction recovery by helping you engage in activities that improve your physical and mental health. Participating in creative arts, nature activities, and sports helps reduce cravings, focus your attention on positive things, alleviate stress, and build a supportive community.
Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
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The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) is a professional association that represents organizations in the field of addiction services. Founded in 1978, NAATP's mission is to advance addiction services and ensure that high-quality addiction treatment is available and accessible.
NAATP Member: Yes
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On the website they offer a healing experience different from the one they truly offer, they deceive people. It is not worth the money spent in this place, the quality of care is poor, there was little holistic care, patients spend most of the time they spend doing nothing o ...
Finally free. This place is nothing like I imagined rehab would be. Instead of feeling like a hospital, it felt like a healing retreat. The ocean, the staff, the horses... it all just worked. I found a part of myself here I thought was gone forever. Mahalo nui loa.
After researching facilities across the country, I chose Hawaii Island Recovery for my brother's treatment, and it was the best decision we could have made. The level of medical care during his detox was exceptional—professional, vigilant, and compassionate. The clinical team provided our family with clear communication and realistic expectations. The integration of traditional therapies with the natural, serene environment of Hawaii provided a holistic path to recovery that a standard clinic simply cannot offer. This is a top-tier program.
I was terrified of detox. Absolutely terrified. But the medical team here made me feel safe and heard from the moment I arrived. They managed my withdrawal symptoms with so much care and dignity. Once I got through that first week, I was able to fully engage in the outpatient program. The flexibility allowed me to start rebuilding my life while still having intense daily support. The skills I learned in those sessions are the reason I’m thriving today, six months later. This isn’t just a program; it’s a foundation for a new life.
Healing here is different because of the ‘āina (land). You don't just talk about healing; you experience it. Walking on the lava rocks, hearing the waves during group, learning mindfulness in a tropical garden—it all sinks in on a deeper level. The residential treatment seamlessly blends evidence-based therapy with the healing power of nature. It’s a special place that changes you from the inside out. Forever grateful for my time here.
From the intake call to aftercare, the entire team operates with genuine heart. You can feel that this is more than a business to them. I had a few conversations with the owner, and his passion for this work and his commitment to every single person who walks through the door is palpable. It filters down through every staff member, from the therapists to the wellness guides. They believe in you until you can believe in yourself. Thank you for giving me my ohana back.
Healing in Hawaii changed everything for me. The setting alone helped quiet my mind, but it’s the people and the care I received that truly made it effective.
I was nervous when I first arrived, but one of the counselors, Sarah, made me feel safe and seen. That meant a lot. The whole team was patient, understanding, and incredibly supportive through every stage of recovery. I learned more about myself in 30 days than I had in the last 10 years.
From the intake process to my final session, Hawaiian Island Recovery impressed me with their professionalism and compassion. The therapists are well-trained and genuinely care. The program felt tailored to my needs, and that made all the difference.
This place really helped me reset my life. Peaceful setting, great people, and a calm, supportive atmosphere. I never felt judged—just encouraged.
The care at Hawaiian Island Recovery goes far beyond standard treatment. The program helped me face the root causes of my addiction, not just the symptoms. The mix of therapy, outdoor healing, and daily structure was life-changing. I left feeling more centered than I’ve been in years.
i wouldn’t have gotten clean if not for this program. amazing staff, amazing program and amazing recovery. stacey became like a second mom to me, toby is hands down the best therapist i’ve ever had, kanoe and chevone have become family through the program and since i decided to stay in hawaii permanently, aunty V and her never ending wisdom was also a massive piece in my recovery….i could go on and on about this place. every single staff member is incredible and my recovery wouldn’t have happened if not for the immense amount of love and support i received during and after my time here. could not recommend enough. if you’re ready to take that next big step and change your life for the better, this is the place 🫶🏻
I owe my sobriety to Hawaii Island Recovery. HIR was the third and final treatment center I went to. From the comfortable living quarters to the medical team and the staff, my expectations were far exceeded. The recovery community in Kona is outstanding and supportive. When I came to HIR, I had little hope for my sobriety goals. Through the therapy, group sessions, activities, and bonding with my housemates, I was able to leave with a new sense of freedom. What sets HIR apart from most treatment centers is that they understand this journey usually cannot be completed in 30 days. The staff truly works to assess the level of care you need and allows for extended stays. I stayed for two months and did not want to leave. Every weekend we would go to the beach, have massage, acupuncture, and yoga, etc. We went to the gym several times a week and it allowed me to get back into physical shape. The medical team got me on medications that truly helped me, rather than prescribing a slew of meds like previous centers did. I truly felt taken care of both mentally and physically. On top of that, the personal chef cooked great and comforting meals. There is downtime to focus on new hobbies and to disconnect from the outside world. I’d recommend HIR to anyone looking to change their life and become free from addiction. Thank you HIR staff for everything. I cannot wait to come back and visit you all.
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