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About Andy's House
Just a 5 minute walk from the St Lawrence River, Andy’s House was founded and is still operated by people in long-term recovery as well asa caring professionals. They offer residential, IOP, and aftercare. Andy’s House applies the Minnesota 12-Step model into their clients’ programs. Some of the therapies they offer include psychoeducational groups, cognitive behavioral groups, and problem solving groups. Andy’s House is also able to offer interpersonal processes approach coaching that aims to help clients better understand their social roles and relationship dynamics in an effort to promote change and healing. Andy’s House offers a 2-year aftercare program where clients stay connected with their support network and discuss their week in recovery. Family support is an open-ended service provided regardless of whether a client is still a part of the program or has graduated, and this entails weekly family support groups. Andy’s House has no more than 15 clients at any given time so that they can provide the individualized attention needed for success.
The Andy’s House facility is an old Victorian mansion that has deliberately been set up to make everyone feel welcomed and at home. There is outdoor space and a pool in the backyard. To create a well-rounded schedule for their clients, Andy’s House has a variety of holistic and alternative therapies like art therapy, cinema therapy, physical fitness, daily journaling, yoga, and recreational therapy as well as evidence-based therapies.
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Founded
1990
Occupancy
6-15
Languages
English
Accreditation
None
Who We Treat
Men
Women
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Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
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Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
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Group Therapy
Two or more people meet with a therapist together. Patients get valuable peer support, strengthen interpersonal skills, and improve self-awareness.
Minnesota Model
The Minnesota Model encourages abstinence and family-wide healing through the 12-Steps, group therapy, and individualized, psychological treatment.
Personalized Treatment
The specific needs, histories, and conditions of individual patients receive personalized, highly relevant care throughout their recovery journey.
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1-on-1 Counseling
Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.
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Art Therapy
Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.
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Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.
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Life Skills
Teaching life skills like cooking, cleaning, clear communication, and even basic math provides a strong foundation for continued recovery.
Music Therapy
Singing, performing, and even listening to music can be therapeutic. Music therapy sessions are facilitated by certified counselors.
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Psychoeducation
This method combines treatment with education, teaching patients about different paths toward recovery. This empowers them to make more effective decisions.
Recreation Therapy
In recreation therapy, recovery can be joyful. Patients practice social skills and work through emotional triggers by engaging in fun activities.
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Twelve Step Facilitation
12-Step groups offer a framework for addiction recovery. Members commit to a higher power, recognize their issues, and support each other in the healing process.
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Group Therapy
Two or more people meet with a therapist together. Patients get valuable peer support, strengthen interpersonal skills, and improve self-awareness.
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
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Alcohol
Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.
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Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.
Cocaine
Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.
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Ecstasy
Ecstasy is a stimulant that causes intense euphoria and heightened awareness. Abuse of this drug can trigger depression, insomnia, and memory problems.
Heroin
Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.
Opioids
Opioids produce pain-relief and euphoria, which can lead to addiction. This class of drugs includes prescribed medication and the illegal drug heroin.
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Prescription Drugs
It's possible to abuse any drug, even prescribed ones. If you crave a medication, or regularly take it more than directed, you may have an addiction.
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Synthetic Drugs
Synthetic drugs are made in a lab, unlike plant-based drugs like mushrooms. Most synthetic drugs are either stimulants or synthetic cannabinoids.
Healthy Meals are provided
Great food meets great treatment, with providers serving healthy meals to restore nutrition, wellbeing, and health.