Outpatient treatment gives rehabilitation clients the chance to sustain certain obligations and elements of their lifestyle while taking part in drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate amount of rehab, and should not be mistaken for the amount of rehabilitation provided in an inpatient or residential rehab setting that is much more extensive. Outpatient treatment might be well suited for a person who has a brief history of substance abuse for instance, but will most surely not be sufficient for an individual whose rehab needs exceed what outpatient treatment is prepared to offer. Individuals dealing with substance abuse often require a considerable environmental change, because many of the things which trigger their drug abuse are strictly environmental. By way of example, if a person is being physically or psychologically mistreated and this is triggering their drug or alcohol use, it's impossible for any rehabilitation efforts to succeed whenever they return to such circumstances on a daily basis. In outpatient treatment, individuals can take advantage of group and individual therapy, as well as family counseling services. In outpatient treatment, most facilities will provide services five to seven days each week on either a part-time or full time schedule for 30 days or longer in some instances.