What to Expect
Starting treatment can feel overwhelming, as though you’re walking into the unknown. But here’s the truth: you’re already showing strength by considering rehab.
That first step can change everything. And at Oak Grove Recovery, you won’t be walking this road alone. From the moment you reach out, we’re with you—offering compassionate and evidence-based care for addiction in a space built on trust and dignity.
Whether you’re wondering what to expect in alcohol or drug rehab, or want to learn about Oak Grove Recovery specifically, we’re here to answer your questions and help you feel prepared.
What can you expect in rehab at Oak Grove Recovery?
Our treatment center in Westerville, OH, just outside Columbus, serves people with the care, respect, and humanity everyone deserves. We provide 24/7 access to care, accept Medicaid, and even offer transportation to make sure nothing stands in your way.
Here’s what your first days and weeks may look like with us:
A warm, judgment-free welcome
Detox
If you need help stopping alcohol or other substances safely, you’ll begin with our medically monitored detox. This usually lasts 10-14 days and includes 24/7 support to ease withdrawal symptoms.
Residential treatment
After detox, you’ll move to inpatient care, typically lasting 21–30 days. This includes individual therapy, group sessions, family therapy, and time to reflect and heal.
Personalized care
Support for co-occurring conditions
Many clients face mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or bipolar disorder. Our integrated care addresses mental health and substance use to ensure your full story is heard.
Evidence-based therapies
Depending on your needs, you may engage in therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma therapy, motivational interviewing (MI), art therapy, or life skills training, all in a safe, supportive setting.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
If MAT is needed, you may receive medications like Suboxone, Subutex, or Vivitrol along with counseling to manage cravings and support your recovery.
What Should You Bring to Rehab?
We’ll provide you with a safe and comfortable place to begin healing, but here are a few essentials to bring so you can feel more at home:
- Comfortable clothing and everyday hygiene products: Pack items that help you feel like yourself—clothes you can relax in and the basics for your routine.
- Medications and medical history: Our team will work with you to make sure any medicines you take are managed appropriately.
- Contact information for loved ones: There will be structured opportunities to stay connected, and having this info handy can help.
Please leave behind any substances, valuables, or items that may distract from your recovery. If you’re not sure what’s allowed, our admissions team is happy to walk you through it before you arrive.
How Long Will You Stay?
Recovery doesn’t follow a one-size-fits-all timeline, but we’re here to help you find the right approach. Many clients begin with detox or withdrawal management, which typically lasts 10-14 days, followed by residential treatment, usually lasting 21–30 days.
Some people need more time, while others may transition sooner to aftercare services. We’ll check in often and adjust your treatment plan as needed, keeping your long-term healing as the focus. Once inpatient treatment is complete, you’ll have access to ongoing support and referrals to trusted outpatient providers.
What makes Oak Grove Recovery different?
We’re more than a treatment center—we’re a compassionate partner in recovery. At Oak Grove Recovery, we’re proud to serve many clients in the Columbus area, including those often overlooked in traditional care settings. Medicaid clients are not just welcomed here—they’re honored.
What else sets us apart:
- 24/7 admissions: You can start whenever you’re ready.
- Transportation support: We can help get you here.
- Care that meets you where you are: Whether you’re returning from the hospital, experiencing housing instability, or navigating trauma, we’ll walk alongside you as you rebuild your life.
The heart of everything we do is treating every person with dignity while supporting lasting healing.
Reclaim your strength—right here in Westerville, Ohio
At Oak Grove Recovery, you can expect a safe place to heal, a team that respects your journey, and real tools to help you move forward. Whether you’re wondering what to expect in rehab or need someone to talk to, we’re ready when you are. Call 614.324.8137 anytime or fill out our contact form to speak with our admissions team. Real change begins at Oak Grove Recovery.
