Detoxification
Detoxification is a process by which toxic or harmful chemicals are removed from the body. The detoxification process is one in which a person is assisted by specially trained medical and counseling staff. Detoxification services are open and available twenty-four hours a day, every day of the year. Call with questions about admission any time at 218-327-1026.

Inpatient Treatment
Inpatient Treatment provides intensive therapy in all aspects of recovery for those who are unable to maintain abstinence during outpatient treatment. The residential stay is followed by an individualized schedule of outpatient treatment during day or evening hours. The length of outpatient treatment will vary according to length of the residential stay, but the total length of the treatment process for a combination of residential and outpatient care is typically four to six weeks.
EXTENDED CARE: Extended Care offers the opportunity to practice living without alcohol and drugs. The focus is on rehabilitation and community reintegration, along with education, leisure time, work skills and access to a wide range of resources, school, jobs and health care.

Outpatient Treatment
Outpatient Treatment is an intensive, conveniently structured treatment program for those individuals able to abstain from use of alcohol and other drugs while involved in the treatment process. Treatment may be arranged during the day, evening or a combination according to need.

Aftercare and Relapse
Aftercare and relapse prevention services provide support and stability for ongoing recovery of individuals who have completed primary treatment. Both the men's and women's aftercare groups focus on issues such as coping skills, securing ongoing support, family and marital dynamics, work pressures, socializing, spirituality, relaxation and stress management. Relapse prevention may be recommended for those considered "high risk" for returning to alcohol or other drug use. Relapse prevention builds awareness of a person's personal relapse process. The goal is to explore old patterns and new choices to stop the cycle from repeating.

Download a PDF of the Services Brochure

Treatment Staff
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Colleen MacKay, L.A.D.C.,
Director of Services
Mark Anderson, L.A.D.C.,
Outpatient Treatment Counselor
Linda Atkinson, L.A.D.C.,
Inpatient Treatment Counselor
Richard Gibbs,
M.S.Ed., Counselor
Bruce Haag, L.A.D.C.,
Managed Care Coordinator
Sarah Litchke, L.A.D.C.
Anna Passeri, L.A.D.C.,
Adolescent Outpatient Counselor
Michele Roth, L.A.D.C.,
Inpatient Treatment Counselor
Debra Sullivan, L.A.D.C.,
Adult Outpatient Counselor
Jenny Wettersten, M.A.,
Licensed Psychologist
Pauline Zimmerman, R.N.

Northland Recovery Center offers a flexible and confidential network of services individually tailored to each woman's needs. This allows each woman to maintain her connections with children, family and community supports.

Through education and discussion, we can help each client examine and make new responsible choices in every area of their lives:

Social Relationship: How to establish and maintain healthy relationships.

Emotional: How to manage emotional life and personal change.

Mental: How to shift the focus from negative, destructive thinking to
              constructive problem-solving.

Physical: How to develop more personal peace and self-acceptance.

Choice: How to become more self-directing to make life work better.

Inpatient Treatment
Inpatient Treatment provides intensive therapy in all aspects of recovery for those who are unable to maintain abstinence during outpatient treatment. The residential stay is followed by an individualized schedule of outpatient treatment during day or evening hours. The length of outpatient treatment will vary according to length of the residential stay, but the total length of the treatment process for a combination of residential and outpatient care is typically four to six weeks.
EXTENDED CARE: Extended Care offers the opportunity to practice living without alcohol and drugs. The focus is on rehabilitation and community reintegration, along with education, leisure time, work skills and access to a wide range of resources, school, jobs and health care.

Download a PDF of the Women's Services Brochure

Treatment Staff
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Colleen MacKay, L.A.D.C.,
Director of Services
Pat Heikkila, L.A.D.C.,
Inpatient Counselor
Antonette DeAntoni, L.A.D.C.,
Inpatient Treatment Counselor
Jenny Wettersten, M.A.,
Licensed Psychologist
Sheila LaPlant,
LPN, Intake
Paula Christofferson,
Intake/Support Staff

The Recovery Center offers services for adolescents with alcohol or other drug problems including:

  • chemical dependency evaluations to assess chemical use

  • psychological functioning, peer relationships, school performance and     family functioning

  • inpatient adolescent treatment

  • outpatient adolescent treatment

  • individual intervention program, which helps young people and families

with chemical abuse problems learn about behavior management, progression of chemical use and related consequences, limit setting, communication and conflict resolution skills

Download a PDF of the Adolescent Services Brochure

Treatment Staff
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Colleen MacKay, L.A.D.C.,
Director of Services
Thomas A. Gagnon, L.A.D.C.,
Adolescent Inpatient Counselor
Dawn Jolicoeur, L.A.D.C.,
Adolescent Inpatient Counselor
Lindsey Hagen,
T.A.D.C.
Debbie Kilpela,
LPN, Office Manager
Linda M. Peters,
Intake/Medical Records

Evaluation
The Recovery Center's comprehensive evaluation services entail a complete assessment of an individual's chemical use. When indicated, further psychological testing or assessment of specific concerns may be recommended. These could include: child and family problems, marital concerns, work and financial considerations, anger and violence concerns, self-esteem difficulties, depression, or anxiety. Recommendations are discussed with the individual, couple and/or family members.

Treatment Staff
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Colleen MacKay, L.A.D.C.,
Director of Services
Mark Anderson, L.A.D.C.,
Outpatient Treatment Counselor
Linda Atkinson, L.A.D.C.,
Inpatient Treatment Counselor
Richard Gibbs,
M.S.Ed., Counselor
Bruce Haag, L.A.D.C.,
Managed Care Coordinator
Jesse LeTourneau, L.A.D.C.,
Adult Outpatient Counselor
Anna Passeri, L.A.D.C.,
Adolescent Outpatient Counselor
Michele Roth, L.A.D.C.,
Inpatient Treatment Counselor
Debra Sullivan, L.A.D.C.,
Adult Outpatient Counselor

Mental Health Counseling
Counseling helps individuals resolve concerns in their lives:

  • eating disorders
  • family problems
  • marital difficulties
  • depression
  • anxiety
  • stress-related concerns

Counseling is available for clients, family members and concerned persons. It is also helpful when family and friends are deciding how to intervene with a person in denial of chemical abuse or a similar problem.

Family Education & Counseling
  • To support family members
  • To enhance the client's positive changes

Bariatric Pre-Surgical Evaluations
Prior to weight loss surgery, a psychological evaluation is needed. The goal of the evaluation is to assess readiness for surgery and to help the patient anticipate the behavioral and lifestyle changes associated with weight loss surgery. Our specially trained psychologist will provide supportive counseling concurrent with the assessment process, which consists of both clinical interviews and psychological testing. Our office space is one level, is handicap accessible, and offers comfortable seating. Our psychologist coordinates with bariatric centers/surgeons throughout the state. Consider a pre-weight loss surgery psychologist evaluation and/or counseling if you want guidance on how to achieve optimal weight-loss success.

Treatment Staff
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Jenny Wettersten, M.A.,
Licensed Pychologist