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A Healthy Life. A New Direction.

Aventa is a respected leader in the field of addiction treatment for women. Our programs work. Roughly 99% of clients report abstinence or improvement, with two-thirds reporting abstinence in the first three months after treatment.
We develop residential and day treatment programs based on the concept that addiction is a holistic illness and requires change in four specific areas: physical, emotional, social, and spiritual. Through treatment, education and support, we offer women with addictions the opportunity for a healthy life and a new direction. When we treat the addiction, we must also treat underlying health issues.
When women turn to us, they are in great need of a place that is just for them. A place of safety, hope, insight and information. That is what women find at Aventa.

Toronto, Ontario

"Discover the Freedom of Being Well"

Bellwood Health Services is a Centre of Excellence and internationally recognized leader in evidence-based treatment of addiction and mental health problems.  Since 1984, Bellwood has provided treatment for individuals and families across Canada experiencing problems with  alcohol and drugs; behaviours relating to gambling, sex and eating; PTSD/trauma and addictions: methadone tapering and addiction treatment.

Our programs are based on the legacy of Dr. Gordon Bell, a pioneer in addiction medicine.  Through a customized regimen of medical care, support and education, we work with each client to restore their physical, psychological, social, and spiritual balance. Our physicians monitor clients closely to ensure their well-being while nurses are available to provide care 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Family Services
In addition to our residential and outpatient treatment programs and services, Bellwood offers a comprehensive Family Program  and other services to help families rebuild their lives. 

Visit us  or call 1-800-387-6198 for more information about Bellwood’s Family Services and let us help you Discover the Freedom of Being Well.


"Your Total Sobriety"

“Welcome to Breathing Space Thailand”

Breathing Space Thailand is Asia’s leading international drug and alcohol rehabilitation center located in a resort setting in Chiang Mai, Thailand. We have created an addiction treatment program unlike anything else in the world. Included is treating Addictions & Co-Occurring disorders concurrently with innovative, comprehensive and holistic interventions designed to address your Mind, Body and Spirit.

The Breathing Space Program

We are pleased to offer you one of the most cutting-edge treatment programs in the world. It is a direct result of learning what WORKS. The Breathing Space Thailand program includes many hours of Group and One on One therapy, is grounded in holistic healing principles and wellness. It truly focuses on healing your core issues, the ones that are causing you to use.
The Breathing Space Thailand continuum of care treatment program is designed for a minimum 30-day length of stay. Additional primary and continuing care treatment is available as needed. 90 days is the recommended length of stay as this will enable clients to have a good foundation in recovery.

Our promise to you is that we will deliver a comprehensive, customized and individualized holistic, program for treating chemical dependency.

Program Components

• Individual Psychotherapy
• Group Psychotherapy
• 12 Step focal counsellor
• Medication & Symptom Management
• AA/NA Meetings
• Support Worker/After Care Worker

**Full Medical Clinic including DETOX facilities

Luxury Amenities at Asia’s Leading Addictions Clinic

We are proud to offer a superb range of amenities that include:

• Interior-designed villa accommodation
• A complete spa center
• Yoga sala and terraced seating areas overlooking lakes and panoramic mountain views.
• Gym
• Outdoor swimming pool and sun lounge areas
• A beautiful landscaped tropical garden

In addition

Breathing Space Thailand provides an all-encompassing addictions treatment facility with a holistic approach that takes addiction treatment a step further with a bio-psychological approach to treatment including, Spa treatments, Personal training & fitness, Auricular Acupuncture, Yoga, Body Balance, and Meditation all included in our holistic element of treatment which complements our therapeutic approach.

Excursions and Recreation takes place weekly at Breathing Space. You will have the opportunity to experience various excursions. In the past they have included from Elephant Trekking, to exploring Chiang Mai’s famous temples. The beautiful natural surroundings of our facility give clients the chance to realize, that positive and healthy recreation can replace negative behaviours of the past.

Aftercare

We offer an excellent range of options for your aftercare that include ongoing monitoring, therapy sessions and online follow-up sessions to support you in making a smooth and successful transition back into your everyday life. We’re also able to offer a range of supplementary services to support you beyond our addiction treatment. We also run a very successful renewal / refresher program at our mountain retreat please contact us for availability.

Renewal Programs

Any clients attending the breathing space Thailand get an additional 1 week stay at our refresher program included in their program fee. In addition to working through the 12 steps with qualified counsellors and staff, there will be a full program of activities including adventures and excursions, massage and meditation. All meals are included and we see to it that you feel safe and comfortable in our idyllic mountain retreat.

Please contact us at:

UK & Europe 0 800 014 8926
USA & Canada +1 (208) 891 4726
Other International +66 (0) 86 924 0888

Or Email: info@breathingspacethailand.com


Welcome to the Betty Ford Center

Since opening in October 1982, the Betty Ford Center has focused on a singular mission: providing effective treatment services for alcoholism and other drug dependencies.

As you visit the Betty Ford Center website, we urge you to explore various programs and educational opportunities we offer. You may note that we emphasize involving the entire family in the recovery process, and we stress the importance of each person identifying his or her own spiritual path.

With more than 60,000 alumni throughout the world, the Betty Ford Center has a network of alumni and friends in nearly every part of this country and beyond. If you or a friend are considering help for a problem with alcohol and other drugs, we invite you to view our website, take the virtual tour of the campus, and click on our admissions page.

Betty Ford and Leonard Firestone founded the Betty Ford Center to help patients and their families. We welcome the opportunity to serve you and your family.

Our Toll Free Number: 1
(800) 434-7365

 

Founded by Eric Clapton

We are here to help people and their families whose lives are controlled by alcohol, drugs or other compulsive behaviours- Helping them to make the changes necessary to find new health, a new sense of well- being and a new life of recovery. We assist clients in achieving this through a 'whole person approach' to healing and recovery.
An International Centre of Excellence for the treatment of alcohol, drugs and other addictive disorders.

 

“Recovery lives here"

Welcome to Heritage Home – “Your home away from home"

Heritage Home is a confidential, specialized residential rehab center in Quebec providing addiction treatment programs in a serene environment, away from the temptations of city life. Taking a holistic approach, we address the whole of the person: mind, body, and spirit.

Our Program

At the Heritage Home Drug Rehab & Alcohol Addiction Treatment Center, we treat a full spectrum of addictions, from alcohol, drugs, prescription medications, cocaine, heroin, and more.

We care about the individual, the person, and strive to give you the best, most successful and lasting treatment. We recognize that not everyone’s battle with addiction is the same, so why should your treatment be? We customize your treatment to best suit your needs, addressing what brought you to us.

We offer a holistic and flexible approach, a high standard of care, coaching for loved ones, exceptional comfort, discretion, competitive pricing and a proven record of success.  Individual therapy, is the corner stone of our addiction treatment program, and is required of every client. Group therapy is suggested, on a case-per-case basis.

Our Residence

Heritage Home addiction treatment center is located in Huntingdon, Quebec, a few miles from the US-Canadian border. Heritage Home offers safe, peaceful, and relaxing country living, away from all the temptations of city life, with the amenities of a five-star hotel.

While staying with us at Heritage Home, you will be given a private room and bath. We encourage you to personalize your room, as you like. Heritage Home, for the next little while, will be your home away from home, and we want you to be as comfortable as possible.

Our Aftercare Program

While you may be leaving us, it doesn’t mean the end our relationship. Our entire dedicated staff remains available to you after you’ve left the Heritage Home grounds.  As we believe in recovery as a journey, upon graduation, with approval we will connect each client with a counsellor in their home town for continued direction and support.

We also encourage you to keep in touch, updating us on your progress. In times of special need we want you to reach out and call. Often times, the very sound of a familiar voice can mean the difference between your sobriety and falling back into your addiction.

In addition

Family counseling is available upon request—although highly suggested. An inclusive recovery process is a more successful recovery, resulting in sobriety that is more easily maintained outside of treatment. Family counselling fosters mutual understanding between participants, empathy, healthy coping mechanisms within the unit, and, ultimately, healing.

Your first step

Recovery and a new beginning is within reach.  It is no more than a phone call away.

Phone: 1-877-777-4386
“We want to help you."


 

Non-traditional treatment that works!

Welcome to Pickerel Lake Recovery

At The Pickerel Lake Recovery Center we believe in total health, and the achievement of starting a new life! With modern ideas, and the industries leading professionals, we take recovery to new heights and success. An elite facility where family members can enjoy the recovery process along side their loved ones through support and observation, Pickerel Lake Recovery is one of Canada's most sought after recovery locations.

A healthy mind, body & soul

Our unique resort like setting offers the perfect setting for our services. With over 100 acres of complete serenity in picturesque Muskoka our center includes trails, fishing, canoeing, lounges, private rooms, meeting halls, gym facilities, indoor pool, hot tub and so much more.  Indulge yourself combining wonderful food menus with many of our holistic services including Massage Therapy and Reiki. We believe that a healthy mind, body and soul are the keys to long term success. That is why Pickerel Lake Recovery focuses on clean living, in one of the most serene places in Canada. There is no other center like us!

End the cycle of addiction

• Custom, individualized programs
• Flexible length from 45, 60 or 90 days
• One-on-One specialized counselling
• Emotional & Lifestyle counselling
• Personal monitoring throughout
• Small, intiment groups at one time
• Stress & Anxiety management
• Healthy reconnect with friends & family

In addition

• Additional 10 month aftercare program
• We offer a full guarantee
• Highest success rates
• Lowest relapse
• A private, safe & confidential location
• Serenity is a key element
• A complete family program on location & on-line
• Includes Methadone recovery

Often referred by physicians, we are proud to be revered for our successes, our standards and our distinct reputation for being something other than just a rehab clinic.

“We are a recovery resort where people come to enjoy the benefits of healthy living!”

For more information or to check in, please call:

Phone: 705-382-2193 or Toll Free: 1-877-966-6887


"Your Trail to Recover Starts Here!"

Serenity Ranch at the Central Alberta Recovery Centre offers a
structured 6 week, residential treatment program for men and women. Our multi-faceted program provides an introduction to the proven 12 step program, one on one counselling, education on health and diet, and support from an on site counsellor. While in treatment AA and (or) NA meetings will be attended in the nearby communities as well as on site. The program takes place in a safe environment for recovery, free from distraction and temptation.

Surf, Sand, Sun
and a new outlook on life!

Why Sober Living by the Sea is different

Sober Living by the Sea has been an industry leader in the field of addiction treatment for twenty three years. We have created the world’s premiere treatment community right here on the beach in Orange County, California.

We have a range of treatment options within our distinct programs and facilities
We have a variety of gender specific options for men and women
We have the flexibility to cater to special location and privacy needs
We provide the entire continuum of care from detox to outpatient care from one central campus
Extended and aftercare is a critical component of our recovery planning whether you come from near or far

You are not alone “from your family to our family"

Sober Living has an extended professional family that includes doctors, nurses, psychiatrists, therapists and case managers who all specialize in addiction. Our campus is regarded as the most highly regarded and desirable treatment center to work with so we therefore get the men and women who've shown to have special talents working with the disease of addiction.

Our programs

With 23 years of experience treating patients in a safe, supportive environment, Sober Living by the Sea helps patients explore the underlying reasons for their addiction, rediscover or discover passions and interests, and create a long-term recovery plan that works for them.

In Addition

• 90 Day Residential Extended Care
• Transitional Work Program
• Family Program
• T.E.A.C.H. Sober College Program
• Transitional Work Program
• Celebrate Recovery – An optional Christian recovery program

Location, Location, Location!

Our Treatment Center community combines comfortable and pristine amenities with a beautiful and vibrant location - Newport Beach, California. Clients will receive treatment throughout our treatment campus which is situated right on the water in Southern California.


Sober Living by the Sea – The Community

The Landing  – Men only   The Rose – Women only

Sunrise Recovery Ranch – Young men only

The Victorian – Eating Disorders  

It all begins with a phone call!

866-323-569

Sober Living by the Sea is about "living" not just surviving by the seashore.


Healing Addictions, Transforming Lives

Combining quality, affordable and successful treatment
with the beauty and adventure of a vacation retreat!

The Cabin Chiang Mai is Thailand’s leading drug and alcohol rehabilitation center. The Cabin Chiang Mai was founded to provide high quality affordable drug and alcohol rehab treatment to sufferers worldwide. Our rehab center is located on the enchanting banks of the Mae Ping River just outside of Chiang Mai in the north of Thailand. Surrounded by the lush green forests and flower gardens of Thailand, our addiction rehab treatment center provides our patients with a peaceful and restorative environment where they can heal their addictions and take back their lives.

Affordable Addiction Treatment

The Cabin Chiang Mai has designed an affordable rehab treatment program that will give you the tools you need to overcome your addiction all at a price you can afford. Our affordable treatment programs are all designed to give you a foundation for your recovery. Our all-inclusive treatment programs are of exceptional value to our clients and include addiction counselling, private luxurious accommodations, all meals, massage treatment, a personal fitness program, addiction aftercare treatment, and weekly excursions. We pride ourselves by providing high quality affordable addiction treatment that is accessible to all socio-economic groups, empowering you to choose what program best meets your financial needs.

Our Restorative Drug & Alcohol Rehab Environment

Recovering from alcohol and drug addiction in Thailand allows individuals to receive the high quality addiction treatment they need, all in a secluded, restorative environment. At The Cabin Chiang Mai, we have created a stunning therapeutic treatment center in the north of Thailand, where those seeking recovery can come to break free from their addictions. All patients who receive addiction treatment at our rehab center in Thailand will stay in a private luxury cabin with all the amenities of a 5 star resort.

We believe it’s important our patients gain an understanding of their addiction and receive a foundation combining new holistic living and the 12 step model of addiction treatment. Our innovative approach to drug and alcohol treatment combines evidenced based recovery techniques with a robust fitness therapy program, bi-weekly massage treatments, and excursions around Thailand.

Effective Treatment at The Cabin Chiang Mai

All patients who recover at The Cabin Chiang Mai will work with our rehab counselling team to determine what caused their addiction. Patients receive alcohol and drug treatment in the form of individual and group therapy. Our rehab counselling team provides our patients with the tools they need to stay clean for life. Counselling sessions are held in the gardens, in the cabins and by the river allowing patients to enjoy the beauty of Thailand during their recovery.

Included in your treatment will be:

• Regular One on One sessions
• Daily Group Therapy sessions
• Personal Training & Fitness
• Massage treatments
• Drama Therapy and Art Therapy
• Excursions
• Relapse Prevention Plan
• Online Aftercare Coaching

Fitness Therapy

All patients who recover at our rehab center will receive a customized personal training and fitness program tailored to their individual needs and desires. At The Cabin Chiang Mai, our fitness instructors get patients back in shape through cardio workout, aqua therapy, mountain biking, body contact, yoga and pilates. Our goal is to raise the level of endorphins in our patients and get them into a healthy physical and mental state.

Massage Therapy

Thailand is world renowned for its massage treatments. As part of our drug and alcohol rehab program, we offer our patients biweekly massages therapy. Massage treatments help to heal the mind and body through relaxation and emotional and physical release. Our massage therapists are trained in a wide range of massage techniques such as Thai massage, Swedish massage and Reflexology.

Excursions in Thailand

At The Cabin Chiang Mai, our patients are taken on weekly excursions around Chiang Mai. Excursions are a key therapeutic element in the drug and alcohol recovery process. Excursions allow our patients to reconnect with nature and experience enjoying life without drugs or alcohol. Excursions are just one more benefit of rehab in Thailand.

“Our Mission is to provide affordable high quality
drug & alcohol addiction treatment
in an environment designed for healing.?

For more information and start your journey into healing and transform your life,
please contact our professionals at:

+66 (0) 80446 8850 Local

1 88 8806 6776 Canada & USA Toll Free

+44 207077 2707 UK Toll Free

Or Email: contact@thecabinchiangmai.com


 

A stunning retreat for men and women!

Located just inside BC but in the Alberta Time Zone!

At Top of the World Ranch,
we fully understand the importance of making the decision to seek treatment for yourself or a loved one. We continually strive to provide the finest available Addictions Rehabilitation Services.  Set upon a private 600 acre ranch that is surrounded by stunning wilderness and framed by the Rocky Mountains, your treatment experience here will be unlike any other.

We also offer an exceptional indoor experience with an attractively appointed log lodge and cabins where each guest will have their own bedroom for that very important but often difficult to come by sleep and personal space.

Our Approach

At Top of the World Ranch we view treatment as a holistic process that involves your mind, your body and just as importantly your spirit. Our mission is to facilitate maximum potential for healthy sustainable lifestyle transformation. We holistically address the Biological, Psychological, Social, and Spiritual intentions of our clients.

Our Attitude

Treatment is about living, a journey to new and healthy living as the best person you were intended to be.  It is about stopping the drinking and/or drugging and obsessive compulsive behaviours. It’s about removing old habits for new healthy ways and thinking. These are the keys to getting your real life back.

Our Program

We use an individualized case management process for each client allowing us to attend to each person’s individual goals and needs within the context of a professional, holistically delivered treatment program.

You can expect special one to one counselling sessions in conjunction with small group processing. You will have your own primary counsellor with whom you can create a specific and comprehensive recovery plan just for you!  You will also meet other specialists within areas of expertise who will address and meet your individual needs. 

We place great confidence and trust in Serenity and Peace of Mind as strong indicators and measuring sticks of healthy recovery.  Usually when either or both are minimal or absent, it’s time for correction. We encourage that each need to develop and trust our own Serenity and Peach of Mind as places to go as we go through every day life as well as times of trouble.  Both should be cornerstones in relapse prevention.

Family Support

At Top of the World Ranch Treatment Centre we understand the importance of caring for the family as they support each client’s recovery as well as experience their own journey to new and healthy living.

We also endorse the need for client’s families to secure their own support that is gained through shared information and participation in our family program which allows for new understanding and their own healing to take place.

The Family Support Weekend

Evidence-based research shows that families who are impacted by the disease of addiction require support for themselves a well as the recovering dependent, resulting in our implementing a very successful Family Support Weekend.

Free to family members who wish to participate, we strongly encourage all family members to take this opportunity to join us for an informative and healing weekend. You can look forward to learning new tools that will support you as you heal, emotionally, spiritually, mentally and physically within your family unit while bringing greater empathy and truth to this most challenging disease called addiction.

“We guide our clients to appreciate the gift of life.��?

Phone: 250-426-6306 or Toll Free: 1-888-996-6306


 

Addiction Treatment Centre

Welcome to Whispering Pines, Manitoba’s premiere private residential centre for addiction treatment, allowing you to achieve independence and freedom.

Whispering Pines offers treatment programs for:

• Alcohol Addiction
• Drug Addiction
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
• Relationship Issues
• Anger Management
• Gambling
• Crisis Assessment & Stabilization
• Step Down Programs for Prescription and Recreational Drugs
• Stress
• Depression
• Co-dependency
• Anxiety

We will guide you through the addiction recovery process enabling you to recover from drug, alcohol, and behavioural disorders in a private, confidential, nurturing atmosphere.

28 and 42 day programs

Our programs are designed to begin with an initial detox period if required which varies depending on the type of addiction.  Primary treatment is based on the foundation of 12 step programming which addresses the ongoing medical and psychological concerns that are often associated with early recovery.
Every program is individually customized and flexible to meet your needs, ensuring you meet your goals.

2nd stage

The 2nd stage of your program will continue with the 12 step programming as well as focus on relapse, co-dependency and trauma.

After care

After care is of ultimate importance for transitioning back to mainstream life. Continuing with the 12 step program to assist in prevention of relapse, enhance coping skills, and problem solving skills necessary for day-to-day recovery.

Phone: 1-204-886-3580

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