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More than 15 million Americans over the age of 18 have an alcohol use disorder. Heavy drinking can take its toll on your physical and mental health with a range of side effects that include anxiety, cancer, cirrhosis, dementia, depression, digestive issues, fibrosis, pancreatitis, and even stroke.  So, what happens when you quit drinking alcohol?  […]

The holidays are quickly approaching. While most people view this time of year with excitement and anticipation, others may experience anxiety or depression for a variety of reasons. For those in recovery the festive season can be a minefield of holiday trauma triggers that are tricky to navigate. Without the appropriate coping mechanisms and support […]

For those living with substance use disorders or addiction, the holidays can be triggering. While most people associate this time of year with happiness and togetherness, for some the holidays dredge up negative feelings and memories. Estrangement or issues within the family system, grief, loneliness, and trauma associated with this time of year are all […]

Our Discovery Point Retreat alumni family is filled with amazing people who exemplify what drives our passion for addiction recovery. No matter where their stories began or what experiences brought them to our doors, each of our alumni prove that recovery is always possible.  To help celebrate the members of our recovery family and give […]

Our Discovery Point Retreat alumni family is filled with amazing people who exemplify what drives our passion for addiction recovery. No matter where their stories began or what experiences brought them to our doors, each of our alumni prove that recovery is always possible.  To help celebrate the members of our recovery family and give […]

Our Discovery Point Retreat alumni family is filled with amazing people who exemplify what drives our passion for addiction recovery. No matter where their stories began or what experiences brought them to our doors, each of our alumni prove that recovery is always possible.  To help celebrate the members of our recovery family and give […]

Our Discovery Point Retreat alumni family is filled with amazing people who exemplify what drives our passion for addiction recovery. No matter where their stories began or what experiences brought them to our doors, each of our alumni prove that recovery is always possible.  To help celebrate the members of our recovery family and give […]

Panelists: Greg Powers, MSSW, LCSWS: Clinical Director of Discovery Point Retreat Noelle Carmen: Host of Recovery Out Loud Addiction is a disease of loneliness, shame, and an inability to create and maintain healthy relationships. Today we are joined by Noelle Carmen, host of Recovery Out Loud, and Clinical Director of Discovery Point Retreat, Greg Powers […]

Client safety is essential, especially during detox. To support our mission of providing the highest quality care, Discovery Point Retreat is one of the first addition treatment centers to incorporate innovative EarlySense technology to enhance client safety and comfort. What Is EarlySense?  EarlySense technology is a monitoring device that tracks clients’ vital signs unobtrusively. EarlySense […]

It’s easy to become desensitized to the drug crisis and overwhelming overdose statistics. However, every time someone dies from an overdose, it leaves indelible scars on the people they leave behind. Between 2017 and 2018, overdose deaths increased by 4% and over 670,000 people died. While the numbers are discouraging, an overdose doesn’t have to be a […]