Turnbridge is pleased to announce the opening of Center for Change, an outpatient substance abuse and behavioral health center designed specifically for our population of young men who have recently completed a residential treatment program. “We now have the ability to offer a higher level of clinical services to the young men transitioning to Turnbridge from inpatient drug treatment,” said David Vieau, President and Founder […]
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Turnbridge operates leading mental health and substance abuse treatment programs throughout Connecticut. This blog is a resource for people seeking addiction and mental health recovery information and inspiration, and the latest Turnbridge news and events.
Turnbridge Family Program: A Message to Parents from Diana Clark
Dear Parents, This letter is written as a message of hope to those of you who have a loved one struggling with substance abuse and addiction. I know that there are moments when you feel scared and alone. I urge you to remember that there is help available and that many have gone before you. […]
Turnbridge Experiential Therapy: Sober Skiing
Stowe, Vermont is a popular hotspot for snowbirds, and recently the Turnbridge residents were able to experience the ski slopes for themselves. “We use trips like these to promote bonding between the residents,” said Brendan Paul, Program Coordinator. “The Mt. Mansfield at Stowe resort was the perfect place.” Paul supervised two trips to Mt. Mansfield, […]
Sober Perspective: Ed Doyle and Music Therapy
Ed Doyle – Phase I & Music Program Coordinator Research has shown that music can improve an addicted individual’s coping mechanisms and distress tolerance skills. Many recovering addicts will write a song or listen to poignant lyrics rather than turning to drugs or alcohol. Through music-assisted relaxation and guided therapy, patients learn healthy ways to […]
The Addicted Brain: Why Do People Get Addicted to Drugs
By Luke Gilleran, LADC, NCC, CCDP Why do some people find themselves psychologically chained to a drug for a lifetime? Experts have learned the answer to this question. Through imaging and other technologies, researchers have been able to “see” the psychological addictive mechanism in the brain, and have identified differences in the structure and operation […]
Our Annual Fall Music Festival
A day of music, family and sobriety Gloria Gaynor’s classic “I Will Survive,” the bane of karaoke listeners’ existence everywhere, was a hit once again at Turnbridge Foundation’s annual music festival. Paul de la Rezza and his band Scratch Happy opened with an alternative cover of the famous song, and got the crowd on their […]
Experiential Therapy: Laconia, NH
A weekend of camping, boating and…an Allman Brothers concert!!! Over the last weekend in August, the Turnbridge residents visited Laconia, NH for three nights of camping, boating and music. Brendan Paul, one of the foundation’s Program Coordinators and Turnbridge alum, says excursions like these provide not only a change of scenery, but a chance to […]