Outpatient Holistic Treatment for Alcoholism

Alcoholism is a serious condition and needs to be treated by trained professionals. For those who have been through detox and are on the road to recovery, a holistic approach may be able to treat the problem comprehensively.

Therapy

• Cognitive behavioral therapy--which seeks to resolve the roots of emotional problems while teaching new ways to respond to stress--can help address some of the traumas which lead to alcoholism.

Nutrition

• Alcoholism damages the body's ability to take in healthy nutrients. In addition to a sensible diet, supplements such as vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B1, magnesium, zinc and certain amino acids can not only maintain overall health, but reduce the cravings associated with alcoholism.

Medication

• Medication may be counterproductive in some cases of alcoholism (especially those combined with other forms of addiction). However, certain medications, such as Vivitrol and Antabuse can be used to curtail cravings and reduce the physical effects of addiction.

Homeopathic Treatments

• Some homeopathic remedies can be used to address the symptoms of alcoholic recovery, Nux vomica and arsenicum album can reduce nausea and vomiting, while staphysagria works to stabilize the mood.

Steady Routine

• A regular routine consisting of exercise, work and meetings with support groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous can help restore balance to an alcoholic's life.