Outpatient treatment gives rehab clients the opportunity to sustain certain responsibilities and elements of their life-style while taking part in alcohol and drug treatment services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate amount of treatment, and should not be mistaken for the amount of rehab offered in an inpatient or residential rehabilitation program that is much more intensive. Outpatient treatment might be suitable for someone who has a short history of drug or alcohol use for instance, but will almost certainly not be sufficient for an individual whose rehab needs go beyond that which outpatient treatment is able to offer. Individuals involved in drug abuse often require a considerable change of environment, because many of the things that trigger their substance abuse are purely environmental. For instance, when someone is being physically or psychologically mistreated and this is prompting their substance abuse, it's impossible for any rehabilitation efforts to achieve success if they return to such circumstances on a regular basis. In outpatient treatment, individuals can engage in group and individual therapy, along with family counseling services. In outpatient treatment, most facilities will provide services 5 to 7 days a week on either a part-time or full time basis for four weeks or longer in some instances.