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stages of denial in addiction
Addiction

Understanding the Stages of Denial in Addiction

Denial in addiction shields individuals from reality and delays recovery. By understanding its stages—minimization, rationalization, blame, and resistance—families and individuals can recognize…
September 15, 2025 · 4 min read
brain rewiring recovery
Addiction

How Long Does It Take To Rewire Your Brain From Addiction?

Rewiring the brain from addiction is a gradual process that can take months to years. Learn how the brain heals, what affects…
August 6, 2025 · 6 min read
Are Some People More Prone to Addiction?
Addiction

Are Some People More Prone to Addiction?

Why are some people more vulnerable to addiction than others? Learn how genetics, environment, and mental health contribute to addiction risk—and how…
June 12, 2025 · 4 min read
Psychological vs physical addiction
Addiction

Physical vs. Psychological Dependence

Understanding the difference between physical and psychological dependence is key to effective addiction treatment. Northwoods Haven in Minneapolis offers tailored outpatient programs…
February 27, 2025 · 4 min read
Support group comforting a distressed man
Addiction

Understanding the Five Stages of Substance Addiction and How to Overcome Them

Understanding the five stages of substance addiction is crucial for recognizing early warning signs and seeking timely intervention. From initial experimentation to…
February 16, 2025 · 14 min read
How to Know If You Are Addicted to Something
Addiction

How to Know If You Are Addicted to Something

Recognizing addiction involves identifying physical, behavioral, and psychological changes, such as loss of control, mood swings, and neglect of responsibilities. Self-assessment tools…
January 17, 2025 · 4 min read
What Is Addiction Replacement
Addiction

What Is Addiction Replacement?

Addiction replacement occurs when individuals in recovery substitute one addiction for another, like gambling or overeating. Identifying and addressing these behaviors is…
October 18, 2024 · 4 min read
Addiction vs. Dependence: What's the Difference?
Addiction

Addiction vs. Dependence: What’s the Difference?

Addiction and dependence, though often used interchangeably, represent different aspects of substance use disorders. Dependence refers to the body's physical adaptation, while…
October 15, 2024 · 4 min read

Your team

Meet the counselors who answer the phone and guide your treatment.

Neal Schmidt, BS, LADC-S, Clinical Director

Neal Schmidt, BS, LADC-S

Clinical Director
A substance use counselor since 2012. Tailors counseling to the person in front of him, not the diagnosis.
Emily Hongslo, LADC, Counselor

Emily Hongslo, BS, LADC

Counselor
Works with people at every stage of change, with an emphasis on client-centered care.
Mari Anderson Fairchild, MA, LADC, Substance Use Counselor

Mari Anderson Fairchild, MA, LPCC, LADC

Substance Use Counselor
Believes every client deserves to feel seen and heard, and that autonomy is part of the treatment.

Getting started

How to get started: four steps, no waiting eleven days.

Reaching out doesn’t commit you to anything. It means you asked a question, and we answered it.

01

Call

We listen to what’s going on and where you are in the process. No script, no pressure.

02

Chemical use assessment

A comprehensive assessment to determine diagnosis and the level of care that fits.

03

Referral to the right care

Ideally with us. If another program fits you better, we’ll connect you to it.

04

Intake

Programming starts immediately after intake. Already have an assessment? Send it over and we’ll review it.

Northwoods Haven Recovery exists to make treatment accessible quickly to those that need it, from personal experience of having to wait to help a loved one.

It once took eleven days to get one person into treatment. He only made it because someone put him up in a hotel. That wait is the reason this program exists, and the reason we answer the phone.

Take the first step

When you're ready, we're here.

Reaching out doesn’t mean you’ve committed to anything. It means you’re asking a question, and we’ll answer it honestly, even if the answer points somewhere else.

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Referring professionals

Send a comprehensive assessment, plus treatment plan reviews, discharge summary, med list, and insurance information if applicable. A list, not a portal.

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Northwoods Haven Recovery

5900 Green Oak Drive, Ste 306
Hopkins, MN 55343

In-network with Medicaid & major commercial insurance

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