Making the decision to look into drug and rehab centers is very difficult for anyone. You should never feel like you are alone, so the more help you can get early on, the more confident you will be in seeking treatment. Many people just jump at the first treatment center they come along, but by doing some evaluation and finding the right one, not only will you feel more confident about it, but your chances of success will be much higher.
There are many different types of drug and rehab centers, and the one you end up choosing will likely depend on many different factors. First of all, if this is your first time in rehab, you should definitely tell that to the treatment center. There are some treatment centers that specialize in people who have been in and out of treatment their entire lives, so that is not where you would want to be.
As a woman, you may find it more comfortable to be in an all-female setting, especially if there has been abuse in your past. There are also drug and rehab centers for people who are under age, and for people who have multiple addictions. In short, there is no one type of rehab center.
The method of treatment is also important. The best treatment centers for both alcohol and drug abuse use a variety of methods – psychological, holistic, meditative, etc. – to help you learn more about your body, your personality, your life and why you have ended up in rehab. Usually, the more variety there is in the treatment, and the more they treat the whole self rather than just the addiction, the more successful your treatment will be. So do your research and you should be able to find the right treatment center for you.