Benzodiazepine Treatment

Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment in California

Comprehensive treatment for benzodiazepine addiction at Keystone Health Group — addressing the psychological roots of dependence beyond medical detox.

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Benzodiazepine addiction is one of the most challenging substance use disorders to treat — not only because of the dangerous physical withdrawal process, but because the psychological dependence on benzos is deeply intertwined with the anxiety, insomnia, and trauma that often drove the original prescription. At Keystone Health Group, our treatment for benzodiazepine addiction goes beyond medical detox to address the underlying conditions and behavioral patterns that sustain long-term benzo use.

Beyond Detox: The Psychological Work

Medical detox safely manages the physical withdrawal from benzodiazepines. But detox alone does not address why a person became dependent on benzos in the first place — whether that was an anxiety disorder, trauma, insomnia, or the gradual escalation of a legitimate prescription. Our inpatient rehabilitation program provides the structured environment and evidence-based therapies needed to address these underlying drivers.

Treating Co-Occurring Anxiety Disorders

The majority of people who develop benzodiazepine dependence were originally prescribed these medications for anxiety. Our psychiatrists and therapists work together to transition clients to evidence-based, non-addictive anxiety treatments — including SSRIs, SNRIs, buspirone, CBT, and DBT — during the rehabilitation phase.

Protracted Withdrawal Syndrome

Some long-term benzodiazepine users experience a protracted withdrawal syndrome (PAWS) — a prolonged period of anxiety, insomnia, cognitive difficulties, and physical symptoms that can last months after the acute withdrawal phase. Our clinical team provides ongoing support and monitoring throughout this extended recovery period.

Signs & Symptoms of Addiction

Taking benzos in higher doses than prescribed

Using benzos to cope with daily stress

Inability to sleep without benzos

Doctor shopping for benzo prescriptions

Continuing use despite wanting to stop

Memory problems and cognitive fog

Withdrawal symptoms between doses

Social withdrawal and isolation

Our Treatment Approach

Medically supervised benzodiazepine detox with individualized taper

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety and benzo dependence

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for emotion regulation

Psychiatric evaluation and non-addictive anxiety medication management

EMDR for co-occurring trauma

Sleep disorder treatment

Relapse prevention planning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is benzodiazepine addiction different from physical dependence?

Physical dependence (the body adapting to the drug) can occur even with therapeutic use. Addiction involves compulsive use despite negative consequences. Both require treatment, but the approach differs. Our team assesses each client individually.

How long does benzo addiction treatment take?

Inpatient rehabilitation for benzodiazepine addiction typically lasts 30–90 days, depending on the severity of dependence and co-occurring conditions. The detox phase alone can take 1–4 weeks.

Does insurance cover benzo addiction treatment?

Yes. Most major insurance plans cover benzodiazepine use disorder treatment under behavioral health benefits. Our admissions team verifies your coverage for free.

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