Licensed Professionals Program for Substance Abuse Treatment

Because of the unique issues licensed professionals face, our program was designed to address the challenges of:

• High stress work environments
• Caregiver stress and burnout
• High professional expectations
• Shame and stigma for professionals
• Unclear boundaries
• Access to pharmaceuticals
• High exposure to trauma or trauma-related incidents
• Licensing concerns and future employment
• Fears about the ability to continue in the profession

We offer a variety of different types of addiction treatment to suit the personalized needs of the individual. These include:

• Detox: A highly supervised treatment to help patients overcome the adverse effects of drug or alcohol withdrawal.
• Inpatient Treatment: A live-in type of rehab where patients receive therapy and medical oversight from professionals.
• Outpatient Treatment: “Part-time” treatment where patients attend a treatment programs after work or on the weekends.

We work with a variety of different types of licensed professionals ranging from those that work in healthcare, law, and more. Professionals we treat include (but are not limited to):

• Doctors
• Pharmacists
• Dentists
• Physician’s assistants
• Nurse practitioners
• Nurses
• Lawyers

You do not need to be a licensed professional to get admitted into treatment.

American Addiction Centers’ network of treatment facilities uses evidence-based addiction-focused healthcare to help professionals struggling with substance use disorders. Types of addiction therapy that we use as part of our treatment programs–offered in both individual and group settings–include:

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
• Motivational interviewing (MI).
• Contingency management (CM).
• Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT).
• Matrix model.

In addition to the more traditional therapies mentioned, many of our facilities offer a range of adjunctive holistic options including yoga, mindfulness, meditation, breath work, equine therapy, art and music therapy.

While all American Addiction Centers facilities provide treatment for various patients, some locations offer specialized programs tailored to the unique needs of licensed professionals facing substance use disorders. These include:

• River Oaks Treatment Center. River Oaks is located in Riverview, FL–just outside of Tampa.
• Recovery First Treatment Center. Recovery First is located in Hollywood, FL, serving the Ft. Lauderdale and Miami areas.
• Greenhouse Treatment Center. Greenhouse Treatment Center is located in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area.

Yes, insurance generally covers addiction treatment for licensed professionals. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) mandates that all health insurance plans cover substance use disorder treatment as an essential health benefit. This includes various levels of care, such as inpatient rehab, outpatient programs, and medication-assisted treatment.

However, the specific coverage and out-of-pocket costs will depend on your individual insurance plan. It’s important to check with your insurance provider to understand your coverage. You can also verify your benefits by filling out our free confidential form below, or call us at to speak with your knowledgeable admissions navigators.

If you believe you or someone you love may be struggling with addiction, let us hear your story and help you determine a path to treatment.

There are a variety of confidential, free, and no obligation ways to get in contact with us to learn more about treatment.

• Call us at
• Sign up for confidential text help.
• Verify Your Insurance Coverage for Treatment