Opción de Vida – Centro de Rehabilitación de las Adicciones

Helping adult men 18+ recover from addiction to substances and gambling, Opción de Vida, located in Lima, Peru, serves both local and international clients in their detox, residential, and outpatient programs. Pioneers in using equine-assisted therapy for treatment in Peru, their professional staff delivers high-quality and personalized care. Their residential program provides structure, practical skill development, and relapse prevention strategies. They also provide services for international patients.

Maximize Treatment with Personalized Care Plans

Opción de Vida offers tailored treatment for each person’s needs through individual therapy, group sessions, a family program, with family therapy twice a week, and ongoing support. Programs may incorporate evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help clients build coping skills, regulate emotions, and navigate challenges more effectively. Clinicians continuously assess each client’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly, allowing care to evolve over time rather than follow a fixed timeline. With guidance from psychologists, nursing staff, and medical and psychiatric professionals when appropriate, clients can build healthier routines, deepen emotional healing, and develop a stronger foundation for lasting recovery.

Gain Confidence and Awareness with Equine Therapy

Take part in a recovery experience that incorporates equine-assisted therapy as a core part of the treatment model. Guided work with horses helps clients build self-confidence, strengthen communication skills, and improve impulse control by requiring patience, consistency, and clear boundaries. Because horses are highly responsive to human behavior, they can mirror emotional states in real time—helping clients develop greater self-awareness and regulate emotions. This hands-on approach also encourages responsibility and presence, offering a meaningful alternative to traditional talk therapy in a calm, outdoor setting.

Opción de Vida holds the following credentials:

• SUSALUD, National Registry of Health Facilities (RENIPRESS): IPRESS Code No. 00039235
• DIRESA Lima: Classified as Therapeutic Community Type I, Directorial Resolution No. 0844-2026 (valid through 2029)
• Municipality of Mala: Operating License No. 332-2024
• Civil Defense Safety Certificate (ITSE) No. 065-2026 (valid through 2028)