Our Fernley Drug Rehab Options

Get Proven Addiction Treatment By Travelling to Icarus in Vegas

Is searching for Fernley drug rehab leaving you a little frazzled and frustrated? Like many small communities in NV, treatment centers to address addiction and mental health are rather limited. Like much of Nevada, Lyon County, and the City of Fernley are facing a crisis of recreational drug abuse and opioid addiction.

Outpatient treatment centers are available in Reno, a 30-minute drive away. But what about those who need more comprehensive care or those who need specialized treatment for specific needs?

That’s where Icarus Behavioral Health’s Las Vegas, Nevada rehab comes into the picture. We’re a 6-hour drive from Fernley or a quick flight from Reno. Our inpatient recovery program provides evidence-based drug and alcohol treatment in a compassionate yet structured environment.

Read on to learn about our Fernley, Nevada, drug rehab options. Whether you require dual diagnosis treatment or struggle with drug abuse without requiring additional mental health services, we can help.

Statistics Don’t Lie: The Need for Inpatient and Intensive Outpatient Treatment in Fernley, NV

The University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute tracks county data across the United States. Their County Health Rankings & Roadmaps for Lyon County, Nevada, determined that:

” Lyon County is faring worse than the average county in Nevada for Health Factors, and worse than the average county in the nation.” – County Health Rankings & Roadmaps Data, 2024

Part of that can be attributed to the lack of health care providers in the 44% rural county, which encompasses Fernley, NV. The area has only one primary care physician for every 7,610 (7610:1) residents, far worse than the Nevada average of 1760:1 and the U.S. ratio of 1330:1.

With mental health services, the numbers are just as bleak. Lyon County has a 680:1 ratio of mental health providers to citizens. Nevada’s average is 400:1, and the national number is 320:1. Here are some other telling numbers:

• Smoking: 17% of people smoke cigarettes in Lyon County, above the Nevada and national averages (which are both 16%).
• Excessive Drinking: 20% of people in Lyon County admit to excessive drinking. That number’s similar to the rest of Nevada but above the national average of 19%.
• Drug Overdose Deaths: 22 per 100,000 drug overdoses result in a fatality. That’s higher than both Nevada (20) and national (21) averages.

These numbers suggest substance abuse and a lack of addiction centers in Fernley. There’s little professional aftercare support. Challenges to accessing mental health care add up to an almost inevitable downward spiral into drug addiction.

That is, unless Fernley, NV residents of other small cities seek substance abuse therapists outside their cities. Until more treatment centers in Fernley arrive, Icarus Nevada can help. We provide inpatient care or an outpatient program with the client staying in a sober living facility.

JJ Came from Fernley, Nevada, Came to Icarus for Substance Abuse Treatment

The pressure of a full academic scholarship at the University of Nevada Las Vegas weighed heavily on ‘JJ,’ a past Icarus client and Fenley, NV native. JJ started taking Adderall to stay hyper-focused on studying. The drug was great at first, helping them ace every exam and stay up all night – the pressure to keep a high GPA to keep the scholarship never left their mind. As the semesters went on, JJ became more tolerant of Adderall, leading them to mix it with alcohol and then cocaine to manage the stress.

The bright student was trapped in a toxic relationship with Addy and needed drug and alcohol treatment. Back home, JJ’s mother could find no treatment centers in Fernley, NV. Plus, she didn’t want JJ subjected to local gossip. JJ made a hard decision and took off a semester from UNLV to get help from Icarus.

The comprehensive treatment program included drug and alcohol rehab and psychotherapy. But it also addressed trigger management so that JJ could cope without abusing any substance in the future.

During the therapeutic process, JJ also discovered they loved helping others and decided to become a licensed clinical social worker. JJ’s finishing their Bachelor’s Degree and has been accepted into a Master’s Program. When they complete their Masters, they plan to go home to Fernley, NV, to help close the gap in services.

Not All Drug and Alcohol Treatment Centers Are the Same

Drug rehab centers each take different approaches to care and offer different services. It’s important to understand before you seek help that you should evaluate all your options with a discerning eye. Here are a few evidence-based treatment options clients will find at Icarus:

• Medication-assisted treatment
• Medical detox to release the substance in a safe environment
• Unique strategies, including trauma-informed care
• Individual, family, and group therapy; psychotherapy is with licensed professionals
• Holistic programs (yoga, mindfulness, meditation)
• Aftercare planning
• Physical health and fitness programs
• Coordinating pre-approvals with your insurance (Call our helpline, information on insurance coordination is free).

Leaving Drug/Alcohol Rehab with a Plan for Sobriety

Managing sobriety after leaving the safety of a drug and alcohol treatment center can feel exhilarating. However, having so much free time after the structure of addiction centers can feel equally daunting. It takes dedication to avoid things that might trigger substance abuse.

Fortunately, there are some good activities to keep your mind off of drugs and alcohol when you get back to Fernley, NV. Here are a few sober activities:

Alcoholics Anonymous Fernley, Nevada Programs

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a group for adults healing from alcohol addiction. The 12-step program encourages participants to continue to heal after alcohol rehab and hold each other accountable. Here are three AA groups:

• Tuesday 6:30 pm | Fernley Meeting | Fernley Free Methodist Church, 100 N. West St., Fernley, Nevada
• Wednesday 6:30 pm | Fernley Senior Center | 105 Lois Ln., Fernley, Nevada
• Friday 12 noon | Fernley Community Center | 10 S. Center St., Fernley, Nevada

You can find a complete list of Fernley, Nevada, AA meetings on their website by clicking here.

Narcotics Anonymous Recovery Groups Near Fernley, NV (Reno area)

Similarly to the groups for alcohol recovery, NA offers 12-step support for those struggling with drugs. As of this writing, Fernley, NV, only has one local NA group. However, you are welcome to join these substance abuse support groups nearby in Reno. Here are three options:

• Sunday 6:30 pm | Grateful Living | Alano Club, 1640 Prater Way, Sparks, Nevada
• Tuesday 7:00 pm | Alphabet Soup Group | Our Center, 1745 S. Wells Ave., Reno, Nevada
• Saturday 7:00 pm | Fernley Boneyard | Calvary Chapel, 875 Fremont St., Fernley, NV

You can find a larger list of NA recovery groups by clicking here.

Enjoy Fernley Parks for Physical Healing

Fernley, NV might have under 25,000 people, but they do have beautiful parks for residents and visitors to enjoy for free. You have probably noticed that your drug/alcohol recovery program has made improvements in your body.

It’s time to continue making progress. Get outdoors to play and continue recovery in the wide open spaces of the local parks. You can find walking trails, a skate park, and horseshoes, among other fun activities. Check out the City of Fernley, NV, parks department website for more information.

From Fernley, NV to Icarus Las Vegas – Connect for Addiction Treatment

If you have questions about drug/alcohol rehab for yourself or loved ones, Icarus Nevada can help. We have offered support and healing to clients who came to us with the symptoms of substance use disorder and other mental health needs.

Whether you struggle with alcohol, drug abuse, or opioid addiction, our treatment center offers programs that can help you turn your life around. Give our team a call today.