Literally meaning "getting rid of toxins," detoxification is the process via which an alcoholic's body regains equilibrium after developing an alcohol dependence. Consequently, in order to treat alcohol dependence, detoxification is the initial step; other therapies are needed to address underlying addiction. With the exception of administration and presentation, detoxification for drug abusers involves doing the same things.A team of a psychiatrist, physician, and counselor oversees the detoxification process at New Healing Care Foundation, which is conducted in a distinct area of the establishment.